Strategic and dynamic Talent Acquisition Executive with over 20 years of expertise in driving talent acquisition and HR transformations at top global firms.
Ryan specialises in streamlining people processes to enhance recruitment, employee engagement, and workforce efficiency. His strategies are proven to deliver real-world results across diverse industries and organisational cultures.
Adept at fostering inclusive cultures and driving employer branding, with a proven track record of building high-performing teams and developing cutting-edge recruitment processes.
Engineered and led a global overhaul of the Talent Acquisition function, integrating a comprehensive TA ecosystem to support Brainlabs’ strategic 2025 growth goals. Across US, EMEA, APAC and Australia.
Designed and secured funding for a global TA infrastructure investment including the implementation of advanced technology solutions such as sourcing automation systems and an AI-driven talent marketplace.
Established a global talent sourcing hub in India, formulating a strategic operational model that enhanced the hiring and training of talent acquisition leads across multiple regions.
The first decade of his career in talent acquisition focused on strategic hiring, workforce planning, and technology integration. Ryan developed high-performing TA teams at Yahoo! Aegon and Cognizant, while working in Edinburgh, Dublin, and London, building scalable talent acquisition solutions.
In his second decade, Ryan led strategic leadership and transformation efforts at Dunnhumby, Brainlabs, Just Eat, and GroupM, Vodafone, rebuilding recruitment functions and integrating data into C-level decision-making.
In the evolving landscape of talent management, TALENT INTELLIGENCE isn’t just another HR buzzword, it’s a revolutionary approach that leverages AI and data-driven insights to transform how organisations manage talent.
A Radical Shift in Talent Management
The world of work is undergoing seismic shifts, with 45% of CEOs anticipating their company as defined today will not exist in 10 years. Simultaneously, every organisation is battling for skills amidst a dynamic labour market where unemployment remains low, and workers operate like gig freelancers. This is where talent intelligence platforms step in, providing organisations with the tools to thrive in this new era.
„As leaders, we have a profound responsibility at this pivotal point for Talent Acquisition to ensure that we are all working together to make each other stronger. In the face of technological disruption, particularly with the rise of AI, it’s essential to maintain a balance between embracing innovation and preserving quality human interaction.”
Discover how to seamlessly integrate AI into your people processes with his keynote on “AI-Driven Talent Transformation.” Ryan will guide you through practical, actionable steps to harness AI in optimising recruitment, enhancing employee engagement, and driving strategic growth. Learn how AI can revolutionise your Talent functions, from predictive hiring to personalised development plans, ensuring your organisation stays ahead in today’s competitive landscape.
Unlock the future of HR with AI and transform your workforce strategy.
