Matt Staney is not only a practitioner but also a highly regarded thought leader in the talent acquisition and employer branding space. Over his career, Matt has delivered keynote addresses across the globe and been a guest speaker at numerous industry-leading events, including LinkedIn Talent Connect, SHRM Orlando, Indeed Interactive, HR Tech, and Glassdoor’s Recruit Conference, where he has shared his innovative insights on modern recruitment strategies, the evolving future of work, and the power of employer branding. His talks consistently resonate with both senior HR executives and emerging recruitment professionals, offering actionable insights rooted in his real-world experience leading talent transformations at top-tier organizations.

In addition to his keynote speaking engagements, Matt has been a featured panelist and moderator for discussions that explore the intersection of AI, machine learning, and recruitment technologies. His ability to distill complex topics into practical strategies has made him a sought-after speaker, particularly on the future of talent acquisition in a tech-driven world.

Matt's influence extends far beyond conferences. He has been featured as a recruitment and employer branding expert across a variety of major media outlets. His thought leadership has been highlighted through contributions to publications like Entrepreneur, FastCompany, and Forbes. He has also written extensively on topics like AI in recruitment, modern hiring trends, and building high-performance recruiting teams for the Proactive Talent blog.

His expert opinions have also been featured in major outlets such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, and on the cover of Silicon Valley Business Journal. In these pieces, Matt is frequently quoted for his insights on recruitment marketing, talent strategy, and the future of work. Additionally, Matt has appeared as a pundit on Fox Business and has been sought after for his ability to provide commentary on breaking developments within the job market and employer branding trends.

A unique aspect of Matt's thought leadership is his role as the pioneer of Talent Brand Summit, a one-of-a-kind experiential workshop and retreat organized through the Talent Brand Alliance community, which he co-founded. This interactive event brings together talent brand, HR, and recruiting professionals in an environment designed for learning, sharing, and building employer brand strategies. What sets the Talent Brand Summit apart is its combination of structured learning sessions with engaging, hands-on activities like hatchet throwing, archery, fireside chats, and even iron chef competitions. These experiential elements create an atmosphere where professionals exchange ideas and form lasting connections, deepening their understanding of employer branding through real-world collaboration. The summit's blend of professional development and experiential learning has made it one of the most transformative events in the industry.

Beyond the summit, the Talent Brand Alliance community fosters ongoing collaboration and knowledge sharing among employer branding professionals, ensuring that the insights and connections made during these events continue to flourish long after the retreat.

Media Features

• The New York Times

• The Wall Street Journal

• Entrepreneur

• Fox Business (pundit appearances)

• Silicon Valley Business Journal (front-page feature)

• Forbes, Fast Company, and CNN

Matt's media presence amplifies his influence in the talent acquisition space, providing him a platform to share his forward-thinking perspectives with a broad audience. His contributions to top-tier media outlets ensure that his ideas continue to shape the recruitment and HR industry, influencing how companies attract, hire, and retain top talent.