Job Search and Career in the AI Era

Get hired. Stand out. Grow your career. Hear from top recruiters and career experts on navigating the job market in the age of AI.
About this Event

Join the Columbus Career + AI Community for an engaging panel discussion designed to empower your job search and career strategy. Learn how artificial intelligence is reshaping recruitment, resume screening, and hiring—and discover actionable insights to help you stand out.

What to Expect

Gain insider perspectives from three top industry recruiters and an experienced career coach. Together, they will pull back the curtain on modern hiring practices, share best practices for leveraging AI tools, and answer your burning career questions.

• Insider Recruiting Knowledge: Learn how companies screen candidates, source talent, and evaluate applications today.
• AI Job Search Strategies: Understand how to optimize your resume and interview preparation alongside AI technology.
• Career Growth & Clarity: Get expert guidance on navigating transitions, building your personal brand, and maintaining confidence in a rapidly changing job market.
• Networking & Community: Connect with local professionals, job seekers, and industry leaders in the Columbus area.

Event Details

• Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
• Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM EDT
• Location: Northwest Library (Trillium Room), 2280 Hard Rd, Columbus, OH 43235

Agenda

• 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Networking & Arrival
• 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Featured Panel & Q&A Program
• 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Optional Post-Event Dinner (101 Kraft Kitchen)

Featured Panelists

• Megan Carmean – Burch Works
• Rachel Bates – VACO
• Lisa Kagy – Evrecruit.io
• Hope Ying – Career Coach, BluePrint Coaching

Who Should Attend?

Whether you are job seekers, college students and their parents, career changers, experienced professionals, HR & recruiting professionals, and hiring leaders navigating the changing world of work., this event is designed for you to build Clarity, Confidence, and Connection.

Reserve your spot today to secure your seat!

Agenda
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Networking & Check-In
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Presentation and Q&A
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Optional Group Dinner