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Jul 2024
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Navigating TA Challenges with Justin Fro...

RYAN DULL
About this episode

On this episode, Ryan Dull is joined by Justin Fronberg, Executive Director of Talent Acquisition at MGM Resorts International. They discuss Justin’s unique journey into talent acquisition, the strategic transformations at MGM and the future of talent acquisition in a rapidly evolving market.


Key Takeaways:


(03:00) Justin’s background in hospitality and his transition to talent acquisition.

(05:14) The importance of aligning recruitment strategies with brand and culture.

(06:11) Challenges and strategies during the pandemic and reopening phases.

(10:00) Implementing a standardized full-cycle recruiting model across MGM.

(14:00) The impact of TA transformation on reducing open positions and enhancing candidate quality.

(16:36) The evolving role of TA as a strategic business partner.

(19:22) The critical role of technology in enhancing recruiter efficiency.

(22:19) The significance of defining strategy before selecting technology solutions.

(27:00) Balancing technology and talent strategies to navigate economic uncertainties.

(30:00) The importance of agility, critical thinking and curiosity in TA.


Resources mentioned:


Ryan Dull’s LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-dull-743a8b4/ Justin Fronberg⁠ -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-fronberg-358b64a0/

MGM Resorts International⁠ -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/mgm-resorts-international/


This episode is brought to you by Sagemark HR.


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✔ Improve your talent practices and make better, more informed people decisions.

After 20+ years of experience leading Recruiting and Talent Acquisition across a wide variety of industries, I've seen enough hires (over 100,000 to date) to know that hiring decisions truly can make or break an organization.

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We understand every organization is different, and there’s no one-size-fits-all magic solution. So we listen first and identify the gaps and sticking points in your current process before ever recommending a solution.

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www.sagemarkhr.com

ryan.dull@sagemarkhr.com



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