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It’s an exciting time to be a recruiter, but let’s be honest — in 2025, it’s also a challenge.
The best talent acquisition and recruiting conferences out there can help you relate with peers at other companies, hear how they’re adapting to the recruiting challenges of the current market, and inspire you to evolve your strategic vision for your own team in 2025.
But not all conferences are equal. We’ve been around the recruiting conference block a few times, and below have compiled just the best conferences to look out for in 2025. There’s a good mix of in-person, virtual, and hybrid conferences that are worth checking out, and even some on-demand options. And yes, several are completely free of charge!
Why attend a talent acquisition conference?
If you’re a recruiter or a talent acquisition leader, you already know about 2024’s hiring challenges. First, there was an extreme candidates market during the great reshuffle, where everyone was battling it out for top candidates. Then, the economic environment got tighter, teams became leaner, the number of candidates per open role skyrocketed, and at the same time, it became more important than ever to make the right strategic hire.
It’s a lot to keep up with. The recruitment world has had to become incredibly agile and adapt to continuous shifts. Our own hiring insights report found that on average, companies hit just 51.3% of their hiring goals in 2023.
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But not everyone is struggling. Some Talent Acquisition teams are still hitting their goals. These conferences are where leaders reveal their secrets to success, and you can steal their formulas. In fact, you’re expected to — that’s kind of the point of them sharing! So don’t go it alone. The community has your back, and so do we.
More specifically, here’s why you should make time for recruiting and TA conferences:
- Stay updated: Get the latest talent acquisition trends and strategies from industry experts.
- Expand your network: Connect with professionals for potential partnerships and future job prospects.
- Gain inspiration: Hear from motivational speakers and discover fresh ideas.
- Access expert knowledge: Learn directly from experienced professionals.
- Professional development: Earn credits, attend workshops, and enhance your skills for career advancement.
Topics to watch for at the 2025 recruiting conferences
There are going to be a lot of sessions to choose from. Here are some of the hottest topics the recruiters we talk to are most interested in hearing about:
- The current state of talent operations — and how TA ops leaders are solving key challengs
- How teams are thoughtfully leveraging AI recruiting
- The recruitment metrics that actually matter the most
- How to succeed in high-volume recruiting
- How teams deal with worker shortages in industries like manufacturing and healthcare
On-demand talent acquisition conference recaps, webinars, and seminars
There’s no need to wait to get up-to-date on the latest in talent acquisition. Check out these sessions you can watch or read about right now.
Unlocking Efficiency in Tech Recruitment: Do More with Less
Date: On-demand
Location: Virtual Webinar
Price: Free
This one’s for all the tech recruiting folks out there. GoodTime teamed up with Coderpad for a webinar dedicated to unlocking efficiency and scaling processes in tech recruitment. Our expert panelists shared proven strategies and techniques to save time, reduce costs, and hire the very best tech talent for your organization.
Watch on-demand or read our recap.
Exec Roundtable: How to Run Resilient Tech TA in Tight Times
Date: On-demand
Location: Online
Price: Free
Navigating the tech TA and recruitment whirlwind in recent years has felt like riding on a giant yo-yo. We’ve experienced everything from the frantic pace of explosive growth to the unpredictability of the great reshuffle. Now, it’s become a balancing act of maintaining leaner TA teams, managing surges of candidates, and ensuring every hire is a perfect strategic fit.
Join TA leaders from ClickUp and OLX for a frank discussion on real, proven, practical things hiring teams can do to hit their goals in a lean economy. This is not just another generic webinar, but an exclusive gathering of thought leaders ready to share, learn, and chart the path forward.
Exec Roundtable: Healthcare Recruitment in the Face of Labor Shortages
Date: On-demand
Location: Online
Price: Free
Healthcare TA leaders are grappling with a long-brewing labor shortage that has accelerated in the last 3 years. Healthcare recruiting pros are invited to watch our executive roundtable discussion to hear how other TA leaders are shifting strategies and adopting new tactics to hit their goals, even amidst a growing healthcare labor shortage.
This is not your typical webinar; it is a unique opportunity for industry leaders to share experience-based advice on critical focus areas for 2024, tools they use to keep high-volume roles filled continuously, and how they’re slashing time-to-hire without compromising on quality. And now it’s available for you to stream anytime, on-demand.
Exec Roundtable: Manufacturing Recruitment in the Face of Labor Shortages
TA leaders in the manufacturing industry must grapple with a growing labor shortage, further exacerbated by a high turnover rate in the sector. As of March 2023, there were approximately 700,000 open manufacturing jobs in the United States, and on average, manufacturing companies are achieving only 44% of their hiring goals. A GoodTime survey shows that time-to-hire has emerged as the top area of concern for manufacturing TA leaders.
Get an on-demand recording of our executive roundtable session where industry leaders converged to discuss strategies and innovative approaches to overcome the manufacturing labor shortage.
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2025 recruiting conferences by month
January 2025
HR Vision New York
Date: January 14-15, 2025
Location: New York City
Price: $1,499.00
This event offers a valuable opportunity to gain insights into the evolving landscape of HR, particularly concerning technology-driven advancements in people management. The conference’s emphasis on the future of work, coupled with discussions about digital transformation and HR analytics, provides TA professionals with a chance to learn about innovative strategies for talent acquisition, engagement, and development. Moreover, the event offers networking opportunities, allowing TA professionals to connect with peers, benchmark practices, and build connections that can contribute to their ongoing success in navigating the ever-changing HR landscape.
February 2025
Talent acquisition week
Date: February 3-6, 2025
Location: San Diego, CA
Price: $1,295+ (See pricing details on their website)
This conference stands out by hosting three leading industry events in a single week, covering Social Recruiting Strategies, Talent Sourcing Strategies, and Employer Branding Strategies to up-level your entire recruitment funnel. It provides a unique opportunity for TA pros to access best practices in sourcing, recruiting, and employer branding all in one place. Attendees can look forward to in-person networking, practical tips for improving candidate engagement and messaging, and insights on hiring and retaining diverse talent. With a lineup of experienced speakers and a focus on the future of recruiting, Talent Acquisition Week offers a comprehensive and valuable experience for HR and TA leaders seeking to stay at the forefront of industry trends and practices.
March 2025
HRWest: HR Evolved: Thriving in Change
Date: March 11-25, 2025
Location: Oakland, CA
Price: $399
HRWest focuses on the future of work, offering a glimpse into top HR trends and strategies. Attendees can expect to gain valuable strategies and gameplans from their top-performing peers. Sessions focus on how to leverage HR technology effectively, tackle talent challenges, and navigate complex compliance issues. What sets HRWest apart are its influencer-led discussions, the opportunity to learn from HR excellence award winners, and the chance to connect with a global HR community of over 1,500 attendees.
SHRM Talent Conference & Expo 2025
Date: March 24-26, 2025
Location: Nashville, TN & Virtual
Price: $1,895 early bird pricing for non-SHRM members
The SHRM Talent Conference & Expo 2025 is a vital event for Talent Acquisition professionals. It addresses the need for innovative talent management in today’s dynamic job market. Connect with experts, explore data-driven strategies, and adapt your approach for success. Gain actionable insights, build meaningful relationships, and access cutting-edge solutions. With 7 content tracks, it covers recruitment, talent selection, data analytics, diversity recruiting, and more. This event empowers you to excel in an ever-evolving job landscape.
April 2025
ASHHRA25 Conference
Date: April 6-8, 2025
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Price: TBD
This one’s for talent acquisition leaders in healthcare! ASHHRA25 is set to take place in Albuquerque. This event, known for being the longest-running in its field, offers a diverse range of dynamic keynote speakers, innovative breakout sessions, and engaging networking activities. It’s an ideal opportunity for HR professionals in healthcare to connect with peers, explore the latest industry trends, and transform their HR skills with specifically curated content. Participants can also earn continuing education credits. Registration is already open!
May 2025
Engage Boston
Unleash America
Date: May 6-8, 2025
Location: Las Vegas
Discover the future of HR, learning, and recruitment at UNLEASH America, with previous events featuring leaders such as Earvin ‘Magic’ Johnson and the FBI’s Chief Human Capital Officer. Enhance your skills across 15 diverse stages, including Main Stage Keynotes, CHRO Panels, and targeted sessions on talent acquisition, HR technology, and beyond. Immerse yourself in the deep knowledge offered in Breakout areas, Pre-Event Summits, Roundtables, and the four stages of the Exhibition. Absorb critical insights from actual successes and hurdles, and gather practical strategies to apply in your organization.
Workhuman live
Date: May 12-15, 2025
Location: Aurora, Colorado
Price: $1,095 (Early Bird)
Workhuman live stands out for its unique immersive approach and its star speakers (Last year featured Dr. Brené Brown!). Attendees can look forward to a program that cuts through the noise and zeros in on the core priorities and challenges facing talent acquisition teams, and really all of HR. With fewer tracks but more targeted sessions and workshops, this conference promises valuable takeaways for TA experts.
Workhuman Live also emphasizes human connection, offering ample networking opportunities and credits for attendees.
Date: May 28-29, 2025
Location: Boston, MA
Price: $749
Bullhorn’s Engage Boston conference is designed to help busy TA pros stay at the forefront of the staffing and recruiting industry. It’s more tech-focused than some of the other conferences in this list, providing opportunities to get hands-on with the latest recruitment technology and learn from industry leaders how they build that tech into their hiring process.
And of course, you’ll also get to network with both staffing and HR tech leaders and get a glimpse at what the future of tech-enabled recruitment looks like.
June 2025
Talent42
Date: TBD, June 2025
Location: Seattle, WA and virtual
Price: TBD
What sets Talent42 apart is its unwavering focus on tech recruitment specifically. Attendees can expect to learn from the world’s best technical recruiters, gain insights from developers, engineers, and tech candidates, and participate in hands-on workshops and breakouts.
My favorite thing about Talent42 is its commitment to delivering practical knowledge in a small-group setting. Whether attending in-person or digitally, this conference offers a unique chance to connect with industry leaders and access a wealth of on-demand knowledge.
SHRM25
Date: June 29- July 2, 2025
Location: San Diego, CA
Price: $2,295, with discounts available for SHRM members
SHRM25 is SHRM’s flagship annual conference.
Creating a better work environment is a continuous journey. The sessions at SHRM25 are designed to empower you to embrace change, innovate in your organization, and boost your own career. Join HR professionals dedicated to improving HR, even with tighter budgets and leaner resources. Attend engaging sessions, work with industry leaders, and gain the knowledge and tools for your journey forward.
As is common with SHRM events, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a customizable learning journey of skills development and competency-based HR education. SHRM-certified? You’ll get 25+ PDCs!
July 2025
NAHCR25
Date: July 22-25, 2025
Location: Palm Springs, CA
Price: $775-$924
In healthcare recruitment? This one’s for you.
NAHCR’s Annual Conference is tailored for health care recruiters at every career stage, from newcomers to VPs. Designed by seasoned health care recruiters, the conference promises relevant content that addresses current recruitment challenges and prepares your organization for the future. Attendees will gain actionable strategies from industry experts, learn from peers about overcoming challenges, and discover valuable vendors in an interactive exhibit hall.
September 2025
Indeed FutureWorks 2025
Date: September 10-11, 2025
Location: New Orleans, LA
Price: $499 in-person or free virtually
Indeed FutureWorks 2025, returning this September in Dallas, Texas, promises to be a landmark event for those exploring the future of work. Attendees can expect celebrity speakers, enlightening sessions, and direct access to the latest Indeed solutions. This blend of inspiration, learning, and networking is tailored for talent professionals seeking to stay ahead in the evolving job market. Details for the event, including pricing and registration, are yet to be announced.
Oh and last year’s keynote speaker was Viola Davis! We’re definitely keeping our eye on this one for 2025’s featured speaker.
Workday Rising 2025 US
Date: September 15-18, 2025
Location: San Francisco, CA and online
Price: $2,195 for a full experience pass, $299 for a digital pass, or free for a Digital Essentials pass
Workday Rising offers a unique blend of cutting-edge technology, groundbreaking advancements in AI and machine learning (ML), and an exceptional global community, all aimed at empowering you to lead the way in shaping the future of work.
Workday Rising 2025 is set to captivate the HR and tech community in San Francisco. This premier event, blending in-person and digital experiences, is a must-attend for those passionate about HR technology and strategy. Anticipate inspiring keynote sessions, informative breakout discussions, and valuable networking opportunities, all set against the backdrop of the City by the Bay. Ensure you stay informed by signing up for updates.
HR Technology Conference & Exposition
Date: September 16-18, 2025
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Price: $1,750 for an all-access pass
HR Tech is dedicated to helping HR teams leverage technology to smash their goals, discover new tools, and learn about the strategies and processes necessary for success.
Not sure which sessions to attend? All breakout sessions are organized into learning tracks that are focused on key HR issues. These include DE&I, employee experience, HR digital transformation, and people analytics, among others.
October 2025
Talent Connect
Date: October 20, 2025
Location: TBA
Price: Free
Join the foremost talent leaders, innovators, and influencers at LinkedIn Talent Connect 2025 Previously, this unique event featured an exploration of the future of work through two avenues:
- Summit (In-person): An exclusive event for leaders to collaborate on industry challenges and strategies. Network and build solutions for driving business outcomes.
- Show (Online): Connect virtually with global peers. Access exclusive content, speakers, and Summit highlights.
With previous speakers like Spike Lee, Ryan Roslansky, and Jennifer Shappley, 2025 is sure to bring even more inspiring A-listers — even if you can only join virtually!
More talent acquisition conferences to watch for in Fall 2025
Talent Success Conference
Date: TBD October 2025
Location: Virtual
Price: Free
The Talent Success Conference is a must-attend event for Talent Acquisition professionals. It offers insights, strategies, and networking opportunities to stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in talent acquisition. Perfect for both experienced recruiters and newcomers, the conference is a hub of valuable resources and connections for driving excellence in recruitment. Keep your eyes peeled for announcements about the 2025 edition!
Workday Rising EMEA 2025
Date: TBD November-December 2025
Location: TBD
Price: £1,795 for a full experience pass
Workday Rising EMEA 2025 in London was a must-attend event for HR professionals and technologists in Europe. Following the success of its previous edition, the 2025 conference promises to offer a mix of keynotes, sessions, and event highlights. It’s known as a place where innovation in the future of work continues to thrive. Attendees can expect insights and strategies to lead in their fields, with over 50 sessions available on demand, providing a deep dive into the latest trends and solutions in HR technology.
The conferences below haven’t yet announced dates or details, but check back here or subscribe to our newsletter to stay in the loop. Some of the biggest and best recruiting conferences of the year take place in the Fall, so you don’t want to miss out!
Stay ahead of the curve on recruiting technology
With the challenges TA teams faced in recent years, these gatherings offer a chance to connect, learn from peers and experts, and reshape strategies. The carefully curated selection for 2025 covers topics from AI to coping with industry-specific shortages, providing opportunities for growth and innovation. These events are transformative, equipping professionals to excel in recruitment and shape the future of talent acquisition. Hopefully, we’ll see you at a recruiting conference soon!
