HR.com's HR Research Institute has unveiled its 2027 Talent Acquisition Advisory Board, comprising a diverse group of seasoned HR and talent acquisition professionals. This board will provide strategic guidance for upcoming research initiatives and a virtual event centered on the dynamic talent acquisition field. The research will focus on how organizations evaluate the effectiveness of their talent acquisition functions, the obstacles they face, and the strategies, technologies, tools, and metrics employed to attract and hire top talent. Additionally, it will explore the impact of contemporary technology on both candidate and recruiter experiences.
“This new board brings together deep expertise that will be instrumental in ensuring this research delivers practical, actionable insights for HR and talent acquisition leaders as they prepare for what’s next,” said Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com. The research will delve into evolving hiring needs, talent acquisition priorities, automation, and emerging technologies, while identifying practices that correlate with successful outcomes. These findings will also inform a corresponding virtual event scheduled for January 27, 2027, which will be offered free to the HR community.
The newly formed advisory board features a distinguished lineup of experts: Julia Aybin, Senior Recruiting Manager at Rippling; Talia Edmundson, Founder and Principal of HRnB Consulting; Brian Gilbert, Head of Global Talent Acquisition at Nova Biomedical; Keirsten Greggs, Founder and Principal Talent Acquisition Consultant; Steve Levy, Global Talent Acquisition & Sourcing Expert; Hannah Miller, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at St. Francis Health System; Tara Turk-Haynes, VP of People and Talent at Equity Activations; and Emily Walsh, Nurse Recruiter at UMC Health System.
The HR Research Institute annually publishes “State of the Industry” reports across various HR topics, including last year's Future of Talent Acquisition 2026 report. These reports and infographics are available for free download at hr.com/researchinstitute. As the #1 source for HR research, HR.com and the HR Research Institute aim to identify key trends and best practices to assist over 2 million HR professionals in making strategic decisions backed by insightful research.
The formation of this advisory board underscores the critical importance of staying ahead in talent acquisition. With rapid technological advancements and shifting workforce expectations, organizations must adapt their hiring practices to remain competitive. This research will provide valuable benchmarks and forward-looking perspectives that can help HR leaders refine their strategies, embrace automation, and enhance the overall candidate and recruiter experience.
