The HR Research Institute (HRRI) has announced the formation of the Future of Talent Acquisition 2026 Advisory Board, a panel of industry experts dedicated to helping HR professionals prepare for the rapidly changing world of recruiting and workforce planning. This distinguished group of advisors will guide HRRI’s upcoming research study and virtual event focused on the future of talent acquisition. Their insights will help uncover best practices and emerging strategies to meet growing challenges in sourcing, hiring, and retaining top talent in today’s competitive labor market.
The initiative will provide actionable takeaways and data-driven insights for HR leaders seeking to optimize quality hiring, embrace technology, and improve the candidate experience. The newly appointed Advisory Board includes 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.
“Recruiting and hiring are at the core of every organization’s success,” stated Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com. “The Future of Talent Acquisition Advisory Board brings together leaders with deep expertise to help HR professionals strengthen their hiring strategies and build future-ready talent pipelines.” The advisory board will inform HRRI’s upcoming research, including a virtual event scheduled for February 10, 2026, and a “State of the Industry” report. Previous research, such as HR.com's Future of Talent Acquisition 2025, is available for free download along with other reports and infographics.
The HR Research Institute, powered by HR.com, identifies key trends and best practices to help more than 2 million HR professionals and their organizations make strategic decisions with informed and insightful research findings. The institute has published hundreds of high-quality reports across a wide array of HR topics. HR.com’s free membership offers access to over 300 exclusive primary research, state-of-the-industry reports, and infographics. These resources are published based on surveys developed with the assistance of a panel of thought leaders and industry experts on the advisory boards.
