Planning Your Diversity Recruiting Event

Diversity hiring events have become essential for companies serious about building inclusive teams. Whether you are hosting your own event or participating in established programs like WomenHack, this guide will help you maximize results.

Setting Clear Objectives

Before your event, define success metrics:

• Number of qualified candidates to meet
• Positions you are actively hiring for
• Target for on-site or follow-up interviews
• Hiring goals within 30/60/90 days post-event

Preparing Your Team

Your representatives make or break the event:

• Send diverse team members – Candidates want to see themselves represented
• Include decision-makers – Hiring managers can accelerate the process
• Brief everyone on roles – Who handles technical questions vs. culture fit
• Practice your pitch – Be ready to sell your company in 2 minutes

Creating an Inclusive Booth Experience

Your physical presence matters:

• Display diversity in your marketing materials
• Highlight ERGs and diversity initiatives
• Prepare talking points on inclusion efforts
• Have concrete examples of career growth stories

Effective Candidate Conversations

Quality over quantity:

• Ask about career goals, not just experience
• Listen more than you talk
• Be transparent about the role and culture
• Collect detailed notes for follow-up

Post-Event Follow-Up

The event is just the beginning:

• Send personalized emails within 24 hours
• Schedule interviews within one week
• Keep candidates informed throughout the process
• Provide feedback even to candidates you do not advance

Why WomenHack Events Work

WomenHack reverse recruiting format puts candidates in control, leading to higher quality conversations and better outcomes for both employers and job seekers. Contact us to participate in upcoming events.