NORA Conference & Technology Awards Agenda

The NORA Conference & Technology Awards brings together leaders from across talent acquisition, recruitment technology, and employer experience for an afternoon of insight, innovation, and celebration.

1.00 pm:  Opening Welcome

  Stephen O’Donnell, Founder of the NORAs

A welcome to attendees and an introduction to the purpose and vision behind the new NORA Technology Awards.
   

1.10 pm:  Keynote Presentation

  Kevin Ryan, Head of Marketing, Greenhouse

Rebuilding trust: Break the AI doom loop in hiring

A forward‑looking keynote exploring the major trends shaping recruitment technology and candidate experience.

1.40 pm:  Expert Panel Discussion

Tech Fatigue versus Revitalised Recruiters

Are current technologies a boost or a burden? A lively discussion featuring leaders from across the talent acquisition and recruitment tech ecosystem:

• Emma Mirrington, CEO, The Talent Labs 
• Jennifer Candee, incoming Head of TA, EY
• Adam Gordon, Founder, Poetry HR
• Moderator: Matt Alder (invited)

2.10 pm:  Break

Tea, coffee, pastries, and networking.

2.30 pm:  Guest Speaker Session

  Martyn Redstone, Head of Responsible AI & Industry Engagement, Warden AI

A data‑driven presentation offering insight into ethical AI use in practice.

3.00 pm:  NORA Technology Awards

Presentation of six awards recognising outstanding achievement and innovation in recruitment technology.

• Best Innovation
• Best Employer ATS
• Best Agency CRM
• Best Job Distribution Platform
• Best AI Sourcing & Messaging
• Best Career Site Developer

3.30 pm:  StackMarket Launch (with drinks served)

  Stephen O’Donnell, CEO & Founder 

The official unveiling of StackMarket, a new structured platform designed to bring clarity to the global recruitment technology ecosystem.
Beer, wine, and soft drinks will be served as the presentation begins.

4.00 pm to 5.00 pm:  Networking Drinks

A relaxed hour for employers, vendors, finalists, and sponsors to connect before the evening NORAs ceremony.