Taking your Sourcing Strategy Outside the "Office" with Kristi Kennebrew, Talent Attraction @ Get Me Hired Kristi

In this episode of Offer Accepted, host Shannon Ogborn welcomes Kristi Kennebrew, a passionate advocate for job seekers from underrepresented groups in the tech industry. Kristi shares her approach to recruitment, emphasizing the importance of representing and actively reaching out to underrepresented communities. She discusses the sourcing limitations of traditional online platforms like LinkedIn and the significant benefits of engaging with potential candidates through in-person events such as conferences and networking gatherings.

Kristi highlights the necessity of recruiters stepping outside of conventional methods to uncover untapped talent pools. She suggests that personal interactions at events allow for a more genuine connection with candidates, which online platforms can sometimes lack. The discussion also touches on the role of recruiters as brand ambassadors who can attract talent by representing their companies authentically.

The conversation concludes with practical tips for both recruiters and job seekers on maximizing the benefits of networking events. Kristi advises on the importance of having a clear goal, collecting valuable candidate data efficiently, and maintaining follow-up communications to build a strong employer brand and foster long-term professional relationships.