Talent Evolution

Event Description

A practical playbook for founders, operators, and investors navigating the future of work. Learn from experienced leaders as we cover how to hire right, structure competitive teams, and integrate modern approaches, including AI agents, to scale with confidence in a rapidly changing environment.

Agenda

12:50 PM
Workshop Doors Open

1:00 PM
Professional Readiness in the Era of AI
Josh Kline, REVelry

1:15 PM
Agents and the New Workforce: Rethinking Hiring & Capacity Planning
Toph Day, Elevate Ventures | Megan Jarvis, Jarvis HR | Josh Kline, REVelry

1:55 PM
Your First 10 Hires: What Used to Be, What Is & What's Coming Next
Matt Tyner, Elevate Ventures | Julie Barker, Cultivate Talent

2:35 PM
Recruiting Has Changed. Have Your Tactics?
Matt Tyner, Elevate Ventures | Amanda Poole ForgeWell Talent

3:05 PM
The Package Matters
Paul Ashley, NFP

3:35 PM
TechPoint 2026: Rolling Out the Red Carpet
Toph Day, Elevate Ventures | Eric Christopher TechPoint

4:00 PM
Networking Happy Hour, brought to you by Wells Fargo

BONUS SESSION

11:00 AM
Doors Open

11:10 AM
Grounding Through Change
Andie Hines-Lagemann, Elevate Ventures
As hiring, expectations, and workplace dynamics rapidly evolve, founders are increasingly responsible for helping teams navigate uncertainty. This session explores how leaders can reduce anxiety, support resilience, and create healthy, high-performing cultures during periods of rapid technological change.

12:20 PM
Lunch

Admission

FREE