Everything You Ever Wanted to Ask About Recruitment but Were Afraid to Ask

We are delighted to welcome Jonathan Cohen, BOOST Recruit Project Manager, to speak at our January event. Come along to connect with like minded business owners - and find out what you need to know about recruitment, including:

• The true cost of a bad hire and how to avoid it
• Recruitment myths vs reality - what really works
• Key stages of the recruitment lifecycle and common pitfalls
• Latest trends and innovations in hiring, including AI and skills-based recruitment
• Practical tips for SMEs to attract and retain top talent
• Future of recruitment—what’s coming next and how to prepare

Speaker Profile
Jonathan Cohen is a seasoned Talent Acquisition leader with over 35 years of experience designing and delivering recruitment strategies across the UK, Europe, and global markets. Currently serving as BOOST Recruit Project Manager at The Barnet Group, Jonathan has a proven track record in transforming recruitment models, implementing technology solutions, and driving inclusive hiring practices. His career spans senior roles with leading organisations, including Korn Ferry, Microsoft, and PwC, where he has led cross-border teams and delivered measurable cost savings. Passionate about creating equitable opportunities and fostering collaboration, Jonathan brings a wealth of expertise in strategic resourcing and employer branding to every project he undertakes.

There will be plenty of time for networking with complimentary refreshments!

Agenda

11.00am - Arrivals, networking and refreshments

11.30am - Welcome, Despina Johnson, NLCCE CEO

11.35am – Jonathan Cohen, BOOST Recruit Project Manager: "Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Recruitment but were Afraid to Ask"

12.05pm - Networking

1.00pm - Close

Please note photos/video may be taken at this event for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed - please let a member of staff know.