Networking event: april 26 | 8888 W Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77031 | 11:30 am to 2.30 pm
HR & Recruitment
Leaders To Watch
in 2025  
Join us for the exclusive HR & Recruitment Leader Awards & Networking Event!
Co-hosted by Growthpods and Innovant Tech, with Houston Business & Media Publications.
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Craig McKinney
Otter.ai
Craig McKinneyCraig McKinney
Craig McKinney
Senior Technical Recruiter at Otter.ai, connecting top talent with innovative AI solutions.
Travis Russell
HumCap
Travis RussellTravis Russell
Travis Russell
Technical Recruiter at HumCap with experience in candidate sourcing and AI tools.
Ana Czapla
Meta
Ana CzaplaAna Czapla
Ana Czapla
Senior Technical Recruiter at Meta with 10+ years of experience in recruitment.
Christopher Pittenger
ICON Consultants, LP
Christopher PittengerChristopher Pittenger
Christopher Pittenger
Senior Technical Recruiter at ICON Consultants, LP connecting talent with opportunities.
Cecilia Tesauro
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Cecilia TesauroCecilia Tesauro
Cecilia Tesauro
Senior Technical Recruiter at AWS, connecting talent with opportunities and innovative recruiting strategies
Jake Linus
Google
Jake LinusJake Linus
Jake Linus
Technical Recruiter at Google specializing in software engineering talent acquisition across North America.
Jason Ashton
Consulting Solutions
Jason AshtonJason Ashton
Jason Ashton
Lead Technical Recruiter connecting top talent with innovative IT workforce solutions.
David Rees
Micron Technology
David ReesDavid Rees
David Rees
Sr. Technical Recruiter at Micron, excelling in semiconductor recruitment and candidate experience
Paige Schallenkamp
Amazon
Paige SchallenkampPaige Schallenkamp
Paige Schallenkamp
Technical Sourcing Recruiter at Amazon, passionate about connecting talent with opportunities.
David Cartwright
Rev1 Energy
David CartwrightDavid Cartwright
David Cartwright
Senior Technical Recruiter at Rev1 Energy, specializing in talent acquisition.
Troy Elmore
STS Technical Services
Troy ElmoreTroy Elmore
Troy Elmore
Technical Recruiter connecting top talent with innovative companies through full-cycle recruitment.
Jack Totty
Upstart
Jack TottyJack Totty
Jack Totty
Technical Recruiter at Upstart, Co-Founder/CEO of Antigua Threads.
Aly Mueller
BLUE ORIGIN
Aly MuellerAly Mueller
Aly Mueller
Senior Technical Recruiter at Blue Origin, building the future of space travel through strategic talent acquisition.
Rebecca Eldridge
SiriusXM
Rebecca EldridgeRebecca Eldridge
Rebecca Eldridge
Senior Technical Recruiter at SiriusXM with over 15 years of experience.
Paul Strawther
Capital One
Paul StrawtherPaul Strawther
Paul Strawther
Sr. Technical Recruiter at Capital One connecting top tech talent to innovation.
Casey Brewer (Dalman)
GEICO
Casey Brewer (Dalman)Casey Brewer (Dalman)
Casey Brewer (Dalman)
Senior Technical Recruiter at GEICO, connecting talent with opportunities and solving problems.
Peter Mulflur
The Judge Group
Peter MulflurPeter Mulflur
Peter Mulflur
Senior Technical Recruiter at The Judge Group, driving recruitment excellence with 5+ years of experience
Michael Fallis
Prestige Staffing
Michael FallisMichael Fallis
Michael Fallis
Lead Technical Recruiter at Prestige Staffing with 11+ years in IT and Engineering recruiting
Ryan Reyes
Optomi
Ryan ReyesRyan Reyes
Ryan Reyes
Cloud & Infrastructure Technical Recruiter at Optomi, connecting top tech talent with key projects.
Madison Avery
Business Control Systems, LP
Madison AveryMadison Avery
Madison Avery
Technical Recruiter specializing in IT and Engineering at Business Control Systems, LP
Betsy Bernard
CenterPoint Energy
Betsy BernardBetsy Bernard
Betsy Bernard
Senior Technical Recruiter at CenterPoint Energy, specializing in IT, Software, and Engineering.
Chris Manning (CNSS)
BTS
Chris Manning (CNSS)Chris Manning (CNSS)
Chris Manning (CNSS)
Sr Technical Intelligence Recruiter & Program Manager with 30+ years of experience
Victoria Freeman
Strategic Staffing Solutions
Victoria FreemanVictoria Freeman
Victoria Freeman
Senior Technical Recruiter specializing in IT talent acquisition at Strategic Staffing Solutions.
Orhan Yankin
Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Orhan YankinOrhan Yankin
Orhan Yankin
Senior Technical Recruiter at Marathon Petroleum Corporation | Expert in Talent Acquisition
Chris C.
HeartCentrix Solutions
Chris C.Chris C.
Chris C.
Technical Recruiter at HeartCentrix Solutions connecting talent with opportunity.
For HR and Recruitment professionals, this event is a game-changer. Leaders share fresh insights, spark amazing ideas, & offer fantastic networking opportunities.
8+
Expert Speakers
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200+
Company Members
Where today’s innovations shape tomorrow’s world.
Event Date | April 26 | 11.30 AM to 2.30 PM CDT
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Award Ceremony
Lunch
Networking
HR & Recruitment Event like no other.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the event dates and location?
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The HR & Recruitment Awards + Networking event will be held on APRIL 26, 2025 at W Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77031. The event will run from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM

How can I register for the event?
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To register for the event, RSVP via: https://lu.ma/9170am9d. Note: Space is limited, so we recommend registering as soon as possible to ensure your attendance.

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If you'd like to be nominated for an award, kindly send an email to admin@eventoawards.com for nominations. You will receive your personal nominee link.

What can I expect to gain from attending the event?
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This event is an opportunity to:

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  • Gain media exposure by being featured as one of the Top HR & Recruitment Leader, showcased on our event page and through media publications.
  • Learn from leading experts about the future of talent acquisition.
  • Engage in dynamic discussions and discover actionable strategies to enhance your recruitment efforts.
  • Be inspired by top recruiters shaping the future of the industry, including professionals from Meta, Netlfix, Google, AWS, Otter.ai, and more.
  • Gain insights from visionaries in HR and recruitment.
  • Network with industry pioneers and establish valuable connections.
  • Stay ahead of trends, learning about the latest recruitment innovations, technologies, and methodologies.
  • Access  interactive  discussions that will help you elevate your recruitment strategies and HR career.
‍HR & Recruitment Awards from Evento
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This is the first-ever HR & Recruitment Awards from Evento, and we’re excited to be launching it as an opportunity to celebrate excellence within the HR and recruitment space. We're in the process of building a strong, vibrant community of professionals who are leading the way in shaping the future of HR.
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While Evento is new to some, we’ve already received a fantastic response from HR leaders across the industry, and this event is just the beginning of something big. The awards ceremony will include networking opportunities, industry insights, and media exposure for personal branding.
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All nominees are welcome to attend, and for those unable to make it in person, we’ll be mailing out awards on request to ensure everyone gets recognized for their hard work and contributions.

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How can I stay connected with the Evento Awards community?
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Stay connected with us by following our Evento LinkedIn page for updates, industry insights, and networking opportunities.

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