Survale, in partnership with the CandE Benchmark Research and Award Program, will host an intensive workshop titled "Recruiting, Hiring and the Candidate Journey: Unlock Hiring Secrets in Philadelphia!" on March 9, 2026. The session targets HR directors, talent acquisition leaders, employer branding professionals and recruiters seeking to move beyond basic metrics and implement operational changes in their hiring processes.
According to Survale's data, candidate experience has evolved from industry terminology to a decisive element in attracting and retaining top-tier talent. Companies that emphasize transparent and engaging hiring journeys consistently outperform competitors by strengthening employer brands and minimizing candidate dissatisfaction. "This workshop isn't just a passive seminar," said Kevin Grossman, VP of CandE Benchmark Research at Survale. "It's fun, interactive, and a deep dive into the latest benchmark research and real-world case studies that help organizations identify friction points and master the power of feedback to improve their ROI."
The workshop's curriculum includes data-driven best practices from the latest CandE Benchmark Research, interactive exercises to identify friction in current hiring funnels, strategies for collecting and acting on real-time candidate sentiment using the Survale platform, and networking opportunities with Philadelphia-area talent acquisition professionals. The event occurs the day before Survale sponsors Phenom's IAMPHENOM Conference, allowing conference attendees convenient participation.
Proceeds from the workshop will benefit the Philadelphia chapter of Cradles to Crayons, a charity providing essential items to children in need. The workshop takes place at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM, with strictly limited registration to maintain an intimate learning environment. Interested professionals can secure their spot here.
The importance of this workshop extends beyond individual professional development. In today's dynamic employment landscape, organizations that neglect candidate experience risk losing competitive advantage in talent acquisition. The CandE Benchmark Research and Award Program represents the industry's longest-running research initiative dedicated to elevating candidate experience, recognizing organizations that meet highest standards in recruiting and hiring. For more information about Survale's talent feedback solutions, visit survale.com.
This workshop addresses a fundamental shift in hiring practices where candidate sentiment directly impacts organizational success. Companies that systematically improve their hiring processes through data-driven insights can reduce time-to-hire costs, enhance employer reputation, and ultimately secure better talent alignment with organizational needs. The interactive format ensures participants leave with actionable strategies rather than theoretical concepts, making this event particularly valuable for professionals responsible for talent acquisition outcomes.
