Shawn Scott
Director of Talent AcquisitionVi Living
Shawn Scott is currently the Director of Talent Acquisition at Vi Living, a luxury senior living company, headquartered in Chicago. In his role, he manages a team of recruiters and helps drive recruitment and social media strategies for the organization. He has more than fifteen years of experience in talent acquisition. Prior to Vi Living, he worked for The Kroger Company at its headquarters located in Cincinnati, Ohio. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in French Language & Literature from Transylvania University in Lexington, Kentucky. Shawn enjoys yoga, delicious food and wine, the arts, volunteering and lives in Chicago with his two cats, Hazel & Mitchell.
11:15 a.m.–11:45 a.m. PT —
In today’s competitive talent market, striking the right balance between automation and human connection is essential for successful candidate sourcing. While automation and AI
scale reach and streamline processes, a personal touch is key to building trust and fostering genuine candidate relationships. Jobseekers are turning to social media to engage with companies that align with their values in 2026. To take advantage of this, employers must go beyond simply automating job listings–they need to deliver authentic, meaningful engagements.
Join Shawn Scott (Director of Talent Acquisition, Vi Living) and Jordan Mazon (Customer Lifecycle Manager, CareerArc) to learn how implementing an automated social recruiting strategy—with a human touch—helps you:
● Reach and engage with passive jobseekers where they already are
● Stand out from standard job listings by adding your authentic brand voice
● Build trust and meaningful connections by leveraging personal profiles