Industry Experts Form Advisory Board to Address Evolving Talent Acquisition Challenges
The HR Research Institute has established the Future of Talent Acquisition 2026 Advisory Board to help organizations navigate the rapidly changing recruitment landscape and develop strategies for sourcing and retaining top talent.
The HR Research Institute (HRRI) has formed the Future of Talent Acquisition 2026 Advisory Board, bringing together industry experts to help HR professionals prepare for significant changes in recruiting and workforce planning. This distinguished panel will guide HRRI's upcoming research study and virtual event focused on the future of talent acquisition, aiming to uncover best practices and emerging strategies for today's competitive labor market.
The advisory board includes prominent thought leaders such as Brian Gilbert, VP Talent Acquisition & Sourcing at Brown University Health; Deborah Kurtz, Founder of Magenta Search; Steve Levy, Global Talent Acquisition & Sourcing Expert; Hannah R. Miller, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Saint Francis Health System; and Tara Turk-Haynes, Talent Acquisition and People Operations Managing Partner at Equity Solutions. Their collective expertise will help organizations strengthen hiring strategies and build future-ready talent pipelines.
Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com, emphasized the critical importance of this initiative, stating that recruiting and hiring are fundamental to every organization's success. The advisory board's insights will provide HR leaders with actionable takeaways and data-driven approaches to optimize quality hiring, embrace technology, and improve candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
The initiative builds on HRRI's established research tradition, including previous annual "State of the Industry" reports such as the HR.com's Future of Talent Acquisition 2025 report. These research efforts are designed to help more than 2 million HR professionals make strategic decisions using informed and insightful findings. The HR Research Institute has published hundreds of high-quality reports across various HR topics, with resources available through HR.com's free membership program.
The upcoming virtual event scheduled for February 10, 2026, will serve as a platform for sharing the advisory board's findings and recommendations. This comprehensive approach addresses growing challenges in talent sourcing, hiring efficiency, and employee retention that organizations face in the current economic environment. The research findings will be particularly valuable for HR leaders seeking to adapt to technological advancements and changing workforce expectations while maintaining competitive advantage in talent acquisition.