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Trent Cotton

Trent Cotton

HR executive, author, and podcast host focused on AI and talent

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Atlanta, GA
Joined December 2024
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Trent Cotton is an influential thought leader in human resources and talent acquisition, recognized for his expertise in integrating AI and data-driven strategies into recruiting processes. He authors books like "High Performance Recruiting" and "Sprint Recruiting," and hosts "The Human Capitalist Podcast" and YouTube channel, where he advocates for a shift from traditional HR to a more proactive, data-focused approach. trentcotton+5
With over two decades of experience, Trent has held significant leadership roles in talent and culture at various organizations, including Head of Talent Acquisition Insights & Analyst Relations at iCIMS and VP of Talent and Culture at HatchWorks AI and NearshoreWorks. He also served as a VP and Director at BBVA in the USA, demonstrating a consistent focus on talent strategy, retention, analytics, and leadership. theorg+1
Trent is actively involved in professional communities and recognized for his contributions to the HR industry. He serves as a Board Member for the Fast Company Executive Board, is a Faculty Lecturer for Hacking HR, and was nominated for the Exceptional Leader Award in the 2024 Recruiting Choice Awards. fastcompany+2

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Writing

Sprint Recruiting: Innovate, Iterate, Accelerate

January 1, 2021

A book that provides practical frameworks for transforming recruiting, focusing on applying Agile methodology to recruiting for quicker and more efficient hiring.

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High Performance Recruiting: The 7 traits, 7 environments, 7 leadership styles for building a top team

Explores the seven essential traits, environments, and leadership styles for building high-performance recruiting teams, offering practical frameworks to transform recruiting into a high-impact function.

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