Week of October 20, 2025
In-person and global broadcast

Turn your vision into reality.
Talent Connect is where your vision comes to life. Goals become attainable. Every nothing becomes something. With real conversations, tangible tools, and insights from the sharpest minds in AI, hiring, recruitment, learning and development, and more—together, we’ll turn potential into progress, one big idea at a time.
Summit (in-person)
Talent Connect Summit is an invite-only experience for senior leaders in talent, HR, and recruiting. It’s a chance to come together in San Diego with people who get what you’re up against — and how to get through it. Through conversation and collaboration, you’ll dig into the challenges and opportunities facing talent leaders today, and leave knowing how to address them.
Show (virtual)
Talent Connect Show is a virtual experience giving you a front-row seat to the global talent community—wherever you’re sitting. Get inspired by exclusive content, practical takeaways, and speaker after speaker with solution after solution all while getting a glimpse into the Summit’s mainstage keynotes.
Event themes
Together, we’ll explore four big themes that matter most right now — through inspiring keynotes, hands-on experiences, engaging breakout sessions at the Summit, and exclusive moments from the Show.
- Strategic Workforce Planning
- Business & Organizational Leadership
- The New Way of Work
- The Full LinkedIn Ecosystem
Strategic Workforce Planning
Senior leaders are facing a big shift: keep up with the rapid changes in skills driven by AI or risk falling behind. This track will help you navigate the evolving world of work — covering everything from talent management and internal mobility to skill development and AI-driven growth.
You’ll leave with practical takeaways and a clearer sense of how to align your talent and recruitment strategies with today’s changing workforce.
Business & Organizational Leadership
Leadership is about balancing strategy with putting people first. This track is for leaders driving both business growth and workforce strategy. You’ll gain tools to manage diverse teams, foster belonging, and prioritize well-being.
We’ll explore new leadership approaches, AI in management, and the power of trust and resilience. You’ll leave with practical ideas to create a supportive, future-ready work environment.
The New Way of Work
As AI reshapes the workplace, senior leaders must blend tech with a human approach. This track covers AI adoption, balancing innovation with responsibility, and building adaptability in times of change.
You’ll get insights on AI risks, data security, working with legal teams, and upskilling. You'll leave with practical ideas to integrate AI into talent and development — and bring real-world examples back to your team.
The Full LinkedIn Ecosystem
Unlock the full power of LinkedIn’s tools with insights from product experts and real customer stories. This track will showcase best practices and help you get the most out of LinkedIn’s features like Hiring Assistant and AI-driven career development.
You’ll walk away with new know-how, an understanding of LinkedIn’s approach to AI, and see the LinkedIn Economic Graph in action.
Turn vision into reality again and again at Talent Connect.
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Previous Keynote Speakers
We’ve been inspired by the global leaders and innovators reshaping the world of work. Stay tuned — we’ll be announcing our 2025 keynote speakers soon!
Jennifer Hudson
Youngest Female EGOT in History & Best Selling AuthorYoungest Female EGOT in History & Best Selling Author
Allie K. Miller
CEO of Open Machine & Fortune 500 AI AdvisorCEO of Open Machine & Fortune 500 AI Advisor
Laura Fuentes
EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer and Hilton Supply ManagementEVP, Chief Human Resources Officer and Hilton Supply Management
Mel Robbins
Host of The Mel Robbins Podcast & New York Times Best-Selling AuthorHost of The Mel Robbins Podcast & New York Times Best-Selling Author
Ryan Roslansky
CEO, CEO, LinkedIn
Erin Scruggs
VP, Talent Acquisition, VP, Talent Acquisition, LinkedIn
Hari Srinivasan
VP of Product, Talent Solutions, VP of Product, Talent Solutions, LinkedIn