Dean Da Costa

Dean Da Costa is a decorated veteran and recognized sourcing expert with more than 30 years of experience. He writes The Search Authority, one of the most influential blogs in the business. He began his career while in the military, connecting the dots from resume writing to making employer contacts for fellow service members who were entering civilian life.

Dean is a recognized leader in the areas of recruiting hacking, research and find what can't be found, possessing certifications in OSINT, Ethical Hacking, PM, Programming and more. He has spoken at numerous conferences, including Sourcecon, Talent42, and Recruiting trends. Author of The Book of Recruiting; Da Costa Style and OSINT for the Staffing World. Producer of The Search Authority podcast and the Dean Da Costa YouTube channel.

Dean Da Costa’s Session(s)

1:10 p.m.–2:00 p.m. PT —

Live Talent Talk: Predictive Sourcing and Smarter Hiring

Innovation in talent acquisition isn’t just about adopting new tools — it’s about working smarter. This panel explores how TA leaders are using data, AI, and creative sourcing strategies to predict talent needs, find the right candidates faster, and improve overall hiring effectiveness. Learn practical, actionable approaches to build predictive pipelines and make smarter, data-driven sourcing decisions.

Key Discussion Points

• Leveraging AI and automation to uncover hidden talent faster
• Building predictive pipelines that anticipate business and hiring needs
• Using data-driven insights to identify and engage high-value candidates
• Quick wins and emerging strategies that deliver measurable results
• Discover how top TA teams are combining predictive analytics, AI, and creative sourcing tactics to stay ahead in a competitive talent market. Hear from leaders on what’s working now and how to turn innovation into measurable hiring success.