Bringing together the builders who understand that behind any exceptional talent acquisition team is a first-class recruiting operation.

AI-First Recruiting: Real-World Use Cases

From RecOps Con 2025. Joshua Kaan shares real-world examples of how top RecOps teams are using AI to drive results—no hype, just proven strategies and lessons from the field.

AI in recruiting is no longer just a buzzword; it’s delivering real, measurable impact for teams who know how to use it. In this session, Gem’s Joshua Kaan takes attendees inside the playbooks of leading RecOps teams that have figured out how to make AI work for them.

Forget theory or lofty predictions. This is a practical, no-fluff discussion focused on what’s actually working right now. Joshua shares firsthand insights from his work with top organizations, highlighting real use cases that have improved precision and collaboration across recruiting operations.

Viewers will leave with actionable takeaways they can immediately apply to their own teams, plus a clearer understanding of how AI can elevate RecOps from a support function to a strategic driver.

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