Talent acquisition and recruitment are some of the key tasks carried forward by an HR management team.
With the growing popularity of influencers, many HR executives look forward to collaborating with recruitment influencers to spread the word and hire talented people.
You too can recruit influencers by having a look at this amazing list of the top 50 influencers:
Top 50 recruiting influencers:
1. Adam Karpiak
Adam helps candidates with various career services like resume writing, cover letter writing, LinkedIn profile review, and job search advising. He generally hires experienced public accountants.
He has published two famous articles: “5th Annual Holiday Toy Drive” and “Job Searching In A Pandemic.”
Type of Influencer: Macro Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akarpiak/
2. Adrie Smith
Adrie has quite some experience in content marketing and the recruitment process. She looks to collaborate with people who create unique and fun content.
She has two podcasts on Spotify: “How to predict hiring success- The hiring room” and “Perfectly Content- Foleon’s podcast.”
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriesmith/
3. Alan Fluhrer
Alan has a wide range of expertise in the fields of recruitment, staffing, consultation, and process design. He is the current talent acquisition manager at W.E. O’Neil Construction.
He has worked with companies like Nestle, Marcus & Millichap, and Gensler.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanfluhrer/
4. Andreea Wade
Andrea generally works with companies in the fields of strategy monitoring and growth. She has worked with various startups, radio stations, and newspapers.
She has worked with various companies like WAYRA, NDRC, and New Frontiers.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreeawade/
5. Anessa Fike
Anessa has been a startup advisor for more than 75 companies globally. She was an ex-Uber consultant and founder of the company FIKE. She is the current Chief People Officer at FIKE.
She has worked with various companies like Acendre, Veho, Nayyar, Fundraise, Bizagi, Procurated, EverFi, and IMAGE.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anessafike/
6. Balazs Paroczay
Balazs is a renowned Keynote Speaker, Sourcing Leader, and Talent Acquisition Strategist. He helps companies in the fields of core sourcing and recruiting.
He has his boutique sourcing management consultancy by the name of “theBalazs.com”
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thebalazs/
7. Bill Boorman
Bill generally works with tech startups in the fields of market fit and product development. He has advised around 9 companies and has strong relations with VC and PE firms.
He has worked with companies like Proven Base, VONQ, and Real Links.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billboorman/
8. Carol Quinn
Carol is best known to be an interviewer and Keynote Speaker. She is the current CEO of the company, Hire Authority. She trains interviewers on how to hire through “motivation-based interviewing.”
She is also known for being the best-selling author of the book, “Interviewer Training Experts.”
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolquinn/
9. Cathy Mannis
Cathy has been known for holding various posts throughout her careers like Account manager, Strategic sales executive, and business development leader. She is known for helping companies boost their productivity and sales with the help of her customer-centric strategies.
She has worked with companies like Oracle, PeopleFluent, and SilkRoad Technology.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathyanderson/
10. Charu Malhotra
Charu holds experience in various fields like creating EVP, coming up with recruitment marketing strategies, and employer branding. She also has expertise in social media marketing, deploying technology, and embedding recruitment on a global basis.
She has over 12 years of experience working with companies like Unilever, BP, and Primark & Ferrero SA.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charumalhotra1/
11. Chris Comrie
Chris is best known as the founding leader of the Facebook group “Recruiting Leaders”. In it, he offers a comprehensive course on recruitment to budding candidates. He is also the current marketing manager for the DEFIYIELD app.
He has worked with companies like RT Speciality, Nexus Mutual, and Glance AI.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/comriechris/
12. Chris Russell
Chris is a renowned digital recruiter who recruits candidates based on marketing, employer branding, and recruitment technology. He is the founder and managing director of RechTech Media.
Some of the companies that he has worked with include American Cruise Lines, HR Lancers, and Emissary.ai.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmrussell/
13. Claire Petrie
Claire is best known as an HR leader, career coach, and tech recruiter. She was the CEO and founder of Claire Petrie HR & Training, LLC.
She has worked with various companies like Unifrax I LLC, Lighthouse Technology Services, and Integer Holdings Corp.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: Twitter
Link to the profile: https://twitter.com/_strclaire
14. Dan Cross
Dan is the current head of MBA recruiting and graduate programs at Capital One. He was part of the “30 under 30 HR Professionals” list in SHRM’s HR Magazine.
He has worked with companies like Lockheed Martin and Challenge Workforce Solutions.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielpcross/
15. Danyette Foulks-Young
Danette has expertise in various fields like HR Compliance, benefits administration, employee relations, full life cycle recruiting, and succession planning. She is also the current Human Resources Director at Everything But The House.
She has worked with companies like Hillandale Communities, Brightview, and BGR.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danyette-foulks-young-6089b518/
16. Dawn Burke
Dawn, apart from being an HR leader, is also a public speaker, writer, podcast host, and consultant. She is the current VP of Talent consultation at Kinetix.
She is the founder of Dawn Burke HR and has also worked with some companies like Daxko and Fistful of Talent.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnhburke/
17. Elena Valentine
Elena, along with helping companies with talent acquisition, takes part in employer branding and corporate communications as well. She is the CEO and co-founder of the company, Skill Scout.
She has worked with various companies like Gravitytank and Mezcla Media Collective.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenavalentine1/
18. Erin Mathew
Erin can be best recognized as a talent sourcing manager, blogger, and public speaker. She is the current strategic talent sourcing manager at Maxar Technologies.
She has worked with companies like Mosaic Sales Solutions, Kaplan Test Prep, and FTD Companies.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinmathewsourcer/
19. Faith Douglas
Faith has been the senior recruiter for the company, Included Health for over 2 years now. She has expertise in various fields like employee relations, training, workforce planning, and social networking.
She has worked with companies like Unum, IDEXX Laboratories, and Woodard and Curran.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faithdouglas/
20. Frank Rechsteiner
Frank can be best recognized as the founder of the company, IT-Talent-Finder. He has expertise in various fields like business strategy, business intelligence, SaaS service, and SAP.
He has worked with companies like Camelot IT Lab, All For One Midmarket AG, and Frank Rechsteiner.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankrechsteiner/
21. James Ellis
James is a renowned figure in the fields of employer branding and talent acquisition. He currently works as the senior manager for the company, Recursion.
He has worked with companies like Roku Inc., The Talent Cast, and Universum.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thewarfortalent/
22. Jerry Albright
Jerry, apart from being a management consultant, holds expertise in various fields like insurance, disruptive technology, autonomous vehicle, and insurance. He is the current management consultant at Pursuit of Contributing Role in Insurance, Technology, or Social Mission Organization.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeromealbright/
23. Joe Matar
Joe can be best recognized as the host of the TA video series, Talent Acquisition Talks. He is the current vice president of marketing at the company, Brazen.
He has worked with various companies like Pavilion, FusionFarm, and Boulder Brands.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joematar/
24. Julie Jackson
Julie is known to have around 15 years of experience in the field of talent acquisition. Apart from acquisition, she has expertise in the fields of business staffing, corporate recruitment, and recruitment process outsourcing.
She has worked with companies like Ajilon Professional Staffing, McCain Foods, and Ceridian Canada Limited.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julieejackson/
25. Kameron Kales
Kameron is the founder of the Recruiting Leaders Academy in North Carolina, US. He is the current senior software engineer at Walgreens Boots Alliance.
He has worked with companies like Jack Henry & Associates and Vanguard.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kameronkales/
26. Katrina Kibben
Katrina is the CEO and founder of the company, Three Ears Media. She also provides various services in other fields like content marketing, content strategy, blogging, and marketing consultancy.
She has worked with various companies like Skill Scout, Grayscale, and Fistful of Talent.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinakibben/
27. Keirsten Greggs
Keirsten, along with being a senior talent acquisition consultant, is also a career coach, blogger, and diversity advocate. She is the CEO and founder of the company, TRAP Recruiter, LLC.
She has worked with various companies like Raytheon, Harris Corporation, and SAIC.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traprecruiter/
28. Kris Dunn
Kris is the current talent acquisition leader of the company, Kinetix. He is the founder of the companies, HR Capitalist, and Fistful of Talent.
He has worked with companies like Source Medical, Workforce, and DAXKO.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krisdunn/
29. Kristina Minyard
Kristina has been a part of the HR fraternity for over 14 years now. She is the founder of the company, HRecruit, LLC.
She has worked with various other companies like Arcarithm, Dynetics, and EPSCO, INC.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinahutto/
30. Lars Schmidt
Lars, along with working in the HR field, is also known to be an author and podcast host. He is the founder of the company Amplify.
He is the author of the best-selling book, Redefining HR. Also, he has worked with companies like Fast Company, PeopleTech Partners, and Kogan Page.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larsschmidt/
31. Laura Mazzullo
Laura is best known as an HR recruiter and owner of the company, East Side Staffing. She has expertise in the fields of staffing, sales management, talent management, and executive search as well.
She has worked with companies like Kelly Services, Excel Partners, and Michael Page.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-mazzullo-6b98675/
32. Leena Nair
Leena is the first and youngest female Asian CHRO of the Unilever company. She is the current global chief executive officer of the company, Chanel. She holds expertise in various fields like business strategy, team management, employee relations, and organizational development.
She has worked with various companies like Università Bocconi, World Economic Forum, and The Leverhulme Trust.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nairleena/
33. Lorne Epstein
Lorne has over 20 years of experience in the field of talent acquisition. He has his own radio show by the name, The Lorne Epstein Show where he invites guests and talks about workplace stories.
He has worked with companies like Electric Cow, Vistage Worldwide, and GovStrive.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorneepstein/
34. Marcel Rietveld
Marcel, along with being a recruiter, is also experienced in the fields of talent sourcing and talent pooling. He is the current CEO and co-founder of the company, TalentMapper.
He has worked with companies like Alias, Kadenza, and Recruiting Academy.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelrietveld/
35. Matt Charney
Matt is the current talent acquisition community leader at HR.com. Along with recruitment he has expertise in the fields of social media strategies, brand messaging, and brand positioning.
He has worked with companies like Recruiting Daily, Smart Recruiters, and Quantum Work.
Type of Influencer: Macro Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcharney/
36. Maureen Sharib
Maureen, along with being a recruiter is also a trainer and phone source. She is the current Phone sourcing trainer for the company PhoneSourcerYou.
She has worked with companies like RW Stearns and TechTrak.com. She is also the co-host of the show, The Recruiting Animal Show.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureensharib/
37. Michael Cox
Michael is the founder and managing director of the company, Zag Worx, LLC. Along with talent acquisition, he has expertise in various fields like business development, staffing, and social networking.
He has worked with companies like Sirius Computer Solutions, Xerox Business Solutions, and Ransomed Life.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikerecruiter/
38. Michael Kelemen
Michael is a self-employed HR recruiter who has experience in sourcing, interviewing, and headhunting. Along with HR, he has expertise in various other fields like Resume writing, networking, talent management, and recruitment advertising.
He has collaborated with various companies in different sectors like education, IT, human resource, marketing, sales, and procurement.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/torontorecruiter/
39. Mike Sipple, Jr.
Mike, along with being a talent acquisition consultant, is a global advisor, public speaker, podcast host, and search executive. He is the CEO and co-founder of the company, Talent Magnet Institute.
He has worked with various companies like Centennial Talent Strategy & Executive Search and Impact Cowork.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr/
40. Nicole Roberts
Nicole has over 18 years of experience in the HR field. She is the current vice president of People & Culture at the company, MVAH Partners, LLC.
She has worked with companies like Brightview, 3Sixty Insights INC., and ClarkDietrich Building Systems.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nrobertshr/
41. Nicole Tinson
Nicole is a renowned influencer recruiting personality. She has been a part of various esteemed lists such as The Forbes 30 Under 30 list, Social Entrepreneurs List, HBCU Buzz’s Top 30 Under 30 List, and Dillard University’s 40 Under 40 list.
She is the current CEO of the company HBCU 20X20. She has worked with various other companies like Special Needs Network, INC., Martin & Martin, LLP., and Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoletinson/
42. Samuel Akinlotan
Samuel, along with being a talent acquisition leader, is an employee branding leader as well. He is the current talent resourcing head of the company, Seven-Up Bottling Company.
He has worked with various companies like Sterling Bank Plc, Leadway Pensure PFA Limited, and HCDC Limited.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samakinlotan/
43. Sathish Ganesh
Sathish is the current talent acquisition manager at the company, Citi. He works as a blogger as well. He was also part of the SHRM Top 30 influencers list.
He has worked with various companies like Tata Consultancy Services, Virtusa, and IBM.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sathishganesh/
44. Stacy Donovan Zapar
Stacy, along with being a talent acquisition consultant, is a keynote speaker and a search executive as well. She is the founder of the company, The Talent Agency.
She has worked with various companies like TripAdvisor, Intuit, and Websense.
Type of Influencer: Macro Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacyzapar/
45. Aiyaz Uddin
Aiyaz is the founder of the company, TheStaffingCircle. He works as a director, mentor, and coach for the same company. He has expertise in fields like business development, staffing, and public speaking as well.
He has worked with various companies like Axius Technologies Inc., and Cambay Consulting, LLC.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aiyaz-uddin-/
46. Susanna Frazier
Susanna, along with being a renowned name in the field of talent acquisition, is an international keynote speaker, and HR tech advisor as well. She was felicitated with the ‘Talent Acquisition Innovation Star Award’ at Walmart Global Tech.
She is also a 3-time ‘SourceCon Hackathon Champion’. She has worked with various companies like Humana, Starbucks, and Walmart Labs.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ohsusannamarie/
47. Tim Sackett
Tim, along with being in the HR field, is a blogger, author, and tech analyst as well. He is the president of the company, HRU Technical Resources.
He has worked with various other companies like Pillar, Loxo, and Josh Bersin Academy.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timsackett/
48. Tracey Parsons
Tracey is a recruitment marketeer, who also holds expertise in the field of employer branding, strategic planning, and digital development. She is the CEO and founder of the company, Parsons Strategic Consulting.
She has worked with companies like WORQDRIVE, CredHive, and SmashFly Technologies.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceyparsons/
49. Tris Revill
Tris is a startup recruiter who provides various services in the fields of content strategy, online research, interview preparation, corporate training, and team building. He is the founder of the company, Growth Hacking Recruiters.
He has worked with companies like Aula, Indeed.com, and Doctolib.
Type of Influencer: Micro-Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trisrevill/
50. Wendy Dailey
Wendy, along with being a talent acquisition leader, is an HR blogger and podcaster as well. She has over 20 years of experience in the field of HR.
She is the current talent strategist of the company, Sanford Health. She has worked with various other companies like VCU Health System, Billings Clinic, and Analysts International Corporation.
Type of Influencer: Nano Influencer
The platform they use: LinkedIn
Link to the profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-dailey-7573872/
Conclusion
Finding and contacting the right influencers to represent your company can get a bit complicated at times. This is where you can recruit influencers who best align with your business objectives and goals.
We hope the above list helped you find the right recruitment influencer for your company.
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