Indeed’s annual thought leadership conference will offer a full day of inspiring speakers and thought-provoking sessions for HR and TA professionals, available to both in-person and virtual attendees.
Key Takeaways
- Former “Daily Show” host, comedian and author Trevor Noah will take the stage at Indeed FutureWorks 2024 in Dallas on September 26.
- Virtual attendance is free to all HR professionals and includes exclusive content and backstage access.
- Previous Indeed FutureWorks attendees say the annual event is ideal for HR and TA leaders seeking “real-world learning” with an emphasis on problem-solving and that it’s “one of the must-attend conferences.”
What does Trevor Noah — well-known to many as the comedian who hosted “The Daily Show” for seven years — have to say that could help HR and talent attraction professionals?
Find out on September 26 at Indeed FutureWorks 2024, when Noah will be in conversation with Indeed’s Chief People and Sustainability Officer LaFawn Davis. Hint: Noah will offer his take on equity in hiring, finding levity in times of complexity and uncertainty — and how better work leads to better lives.
Indeed FutureWorks 2024 will feature thought-provoking sessions on the trends and challenges employers juggle today, such as how to keep the hiring process human in the age of AI; the economic benefits of expanding your talent pool with skills-first hiring; the business case for work wellbeing; and how to build sustainable DEIB efforts in the face of backlash. The event’s theme, “The world can work better,” will run throughout the day’s keynotes and interactive breakouts, lending inspiring glimpses into how the world of work will evolve in the coming years.
The in-person Indeed FutureWorks event, designed for HR and TA leaders of all backgrounds who are hiring at scale, will kick off with a welcome party at 5 p.m. on September 25 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas. A full day of sessions, including the opportunity for attendees to engage in conversations with Indeed senior leaders and their peers, follows on September 26 and will be capped with a closing reception. Note: As of this writing, space is limited for the in-person event.
The virtual experience, free to all HR professionals, will include the on-stage sessions — plus exclusive interviews with Indeed FutureWorks speakers and behind-the-scenes commentary.
What Are the Benefits of Attending Indeed FutureWorks 2024?
As an Indeed FutureWorks attendee, you’ll have the opportunity to network with other talent industry leaders, learn how to apply a skills-first hiring approach to reach and retain untapped talent pools, discover new AI tools that can help you meet your hiring challenges today and in the future, get actionable takeaways to help elevate your hiring and hear why hiring is essential to creating better work in today’s environment.
For some sessions, attendees can also receive professional credits.
But those are just some of the benefits. Here’s what attendees of previous Indeed FutureWorks events have to say:
- Indeed FutureWorks provides a people-centered conversation with an emphasis on problem-solving. Indeed FutureWorks “is a 'meeting of the minds' where I get to convene with talent leaders who come together and discuss, strategize and learn ways to adjust to the ever-changing talent landscape,” says Janet Gipson, Head of Talent Acquisition at Yale University. “With Indeed’s data insights, people-centered mission and partnership with employers leading the way, I consistently walk away feeling inspired and informed. Rather than solely focusing on product launches and new tech, Indeed FutureWorks focuses on problem-solving. And we get to be a part of the conversation, which I find amazing.”
- The event brings together global thought leaders for real-world learning. “Indeed's FutureWorks conference stands out from other HR/TA conferences because it brings together global thought leaders for real-world, cutting-edge learning, discourse and collaboration,” says Tonya Moore, Chief Legal and Risk Officer at MasterCorp Inc. “Last year, the focus on the responsible deployment of AI technologies, with a constant eye toward the job seeker, was truly inspiring. Hearing from Indeed’s own LaFawn Davis and the incredible Viola Davis (a FutureWorks 2023 keynote speaker) was the icing on the cake.… I’m excited to make the FutureWorks conference a staple in my development budget as one of the must-attend conferences.”
- It’s the place to make meaningful connections and gain insights into the future of work. “As a talent professional, FutureWorks 2023 provided me an exceptional opportunity to engage with friends and colleagues, make new connections and learn about the future of work — not just from Indeed's perspective, but more importantly, from that of the job seeker,” says Erik Kershner, a Senior Director of Talent and Engagement at a global inventory and retail solutions provider. “While many conferences focus on what the host can do for you, Indeed FutureWorks focuses on how we can all help candidates and grow the future of work.… If you’re looking for one event to attend, I would highly recommend Indeed FutureWorks because of its focus on how we can all improve the future of work together."
With Indeed’s data insights, people-centered mission and partnership with employers leading the way, I consistently walk away feeling inspired and informed.
Janet Gipson, Head of Talent Acquisition, Yale University
Who Will Be on Stage at Indeed FutureWorks 2024?
In addition to Trevor Noah and LaFawn Davis, who delivered a powerful keynote at last year’s FutureWorks on how responsible AI can build a better world of work, attendees will also hear from:
- Chris Hyams, Indeed’s CEO, who leads the company’s mission to help all people get jobs. Read about Hyams’s FutureWorks 2023 keynote and watch the video)
- Indra Nooyi, the former chairman and CEO of PepsiCo known for her motto of “do well by doing good.”
- Janice Bryant Howroyd, the first Black woman to build and establish a multibillion dollar enterprise, ActOne Group.
- Maggie Hulce, Indeed’s Chief Revenue Officer, who heads up Indeed’s global revenue organization. Check out the FutureWorks 2023 keynote Hulce co-presented with Indeed’s Raj Mukherjee and watch the video.
- Raj Mukherjee, EVP of Marketplace Product and User Experience at Indeed, who leads product, AI innovation and user experience teams for Indeed’s marketplace. Read about the FutureWorks 2023 keynote Mukherjee co-presented with Indeed’s Maggie Hulce and watch the video.
- Jessica Jensen, Indeed’s Chief Marketing Officer, responsible for the company’s growth, brand and communications globally.
- Svenja Gudell, Chief Economist at Indeed, who oversees the Indeed Hiring Lab. Read a recap of Gudell’s FutureWorks 2023 keynote and watch the video. In a recent HRchat podcast episode, Gudell shares her insights into the future of the U.S. labor market and how generative AI tools are reshaping job roles.
- Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, Professor of Economics at the University of Oxford and Director of its Wellbeing Research Centre.
- Christian Sutherland-Wong, CEO of Indeed’s sibling company, Glassdoor.
- Taylor Meadows, Head Strategist for Employer Brand at Glassdoor.
- Rajkumari Neogy, the founder and CEO of ibelong, which has helped more than 175 companies, including Indeed, foster inclusive workplaces.
How to Get Ready for Indeed FutureWorks 2024
Register now for the Indeed FutureWorks 2024 in-person or virtual experience.
Check out highlights (in video and text) from Indeed FutureWorks 2023.
And be sure to bookmark indeed.com/lead, where the Indeed editorial team will publish updates from the event beginning September 26.
