Mick Lay

Mick Lay is an Account Executive at GBS Worldwide, where he partners with clients on recruitment marketing and talent attraction initiatives. After beginning his career with the company as an intern, Mick transitioned into a full-time role supporting a variety of research and recruitment marketing projects. During his time with the organization, he has contributed to sourcing initiatives and provided research support to help clients better understand talent markets and strengthen their hiring strategies. Mick brings a collaborative mindset and a growing expertise in talent insights and recruitment marketing to his work with organizations across industries.

Mick Lay’s Session(s)

12:20 p.m.–1:00 p.m. PT —

Live Talent Talk: Hook, Line, and Hire: Attracting Early-Career Talent

Fresh perspectives, big ideas, and maybe a little sass — Luc, Mick, and Reagan are here to spill the secrets of what really grabs the attention of early-career talent. From social media vibes to internships that don’t suck, this panel dives into what makes new grads say “yes” (or “meh”) to a company. TA leaders will leave with actionable tips, fresh ideas, and a few laughs about the quirks of recruiting the next generation.

Topics Covered

• What early-career candidates really notice (and what they ignore)
• Creative ways to stand out on social, campus, and virtual channels
• Employer brand points that make or break decisions
• How to turn curiosity into commitment — without cheesy gimmicks
• Panelist insights (and maybe some confessions) from Luc, Mick, and Reagan