JUNE 23-25, 2026 · LIVE VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE · 10 CE Hours (ASA Approved)
JUNE 23-25, 2026 · LIVE VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE · 10 CE Hours
Accelerate 2026
Accelerate 2026
DO WHAT MOVES THE NEEDLE
DO WHAT MOVES THE NEEDLE
ACTIVITY IS UP. RESULTS AREN'T.
Busy isn't the same as moving the needle.
VOLUME + FOCUS = VELOCITY
Velocity drives results.
Every session in this event is built around one question: Does this move the needle?
- What actually drives results in today’s market?
- Where your time is being wasted?
- What actions create momentum right now?
WHAT YOU'LL WALK AWAY WITH
Leave different than you came in.
Leave different than
you came in.
By the end of these three days, you won't just have notes — you'll have direction.
Clarity
Focus
Practical Strategies
Confidence
Momentum
THE EXPERIENCE
Three days. Full momentum.
Each day is intentionally designed to give you space to learn, reflect, and apply.
Danny Cahill
Reset the Standard: What It Takes to Win Right Now
Benjamin Mena
Becoming the Go-To Recruiter in Your Market: How elite recruiters build reputation, visibility, and trust that attracts candidates
Tom Erb
Conversations That Close: Turning Activity into Revenue
Barb Bruno
From Filling Jobs to Driving Client Outcomes: Win More Clients, Retain Accounts, and Escape the "Transactional Vendor" Trap
Lauren Jones
AI That Actually Works: Where Staffing Firms Are Winning in 2026
Mike Lejeune
Move the Ball: Turning Focus into Momentum
Leaders Mastermind Session
Process, ask questions, and get perspective from peers.
InteractiveRecruiters & Business Dev Session
Turn ideas into action. Insight without application doesn't create results.
InteractivePresented in Partnership With
These organizations share our commitment to leadership, growth and impact.
MEET THE SPEAKERS
Industry Experts. Real perspective.
Danny Cahill is President of Hobson Associates, one of the nation's largest privately held search firms serving the staffing and recruiting industry. A lifelong headhunter, he has helped leaders build high-performing teams and scale their businesses. He is also the creator of AccordingToDanny, the industry's largest online coaching and training platform. A NAPS Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Danny is known for his candid, high-impact approach to leadership, sales, and personal performance. A bestselling author and accomplished speaker, he brings practical insight, humor, and real-world strategies to help business leaders and recruiters truly move the needle.
Benjamin Mena is the Founder and Managing Partner of Select Source Solutions, a search firm specializing in government contracting and highly complex recruiting environments. With nearly two decades of experience, he has supported over $600M in contracts and led hiring for some of the nation's most critical programs. He is also the host of the Elite Recruiter Podcast, a top show for recruiting professionals, and a recognized voice on AI, content-driven business development, and modern recruiting strategy. Benjamin equips recruiters and business leaders with innovative, actionable approaches to stay ahead of industry shifts and create consistent growth in a rapidly evolving market.
With over 30 years in the staffing and recruiting industry, Tom Erb is a trusted expert in talent acquisition and business development. A nationally sought-after speaker, he has presented for organizations like the American Staffing Association and NAPS, helping firms drive growth and win more business. Tom is the author of Winning the Staffing Sales Game and writes for Staffing Success magazine. Recognized as a Top 25 Online Influencer in Staffing, he brings practical, revenue-focused insights that help leaders and recruiters move the needle in sales performance, client relationships, and competitive positioning.
Barb Bruno is a nationally recognized staffing and recruiting expert, author, speaker, and trainer dedicated to helping firms increase sales, profits, and performance. A trusted industry voice, she delivers more than 25 speaking engagements annually and has created 18 LinkedIn Learning courses reaching over 3 million professionals worldwide. Barb's innovative Tutor learning platform provides practical video, audio, and written training that improves placement rates, redeployment, and client relationships. She is the author of the award-winning High-Tech High-Touch Recruiting and Rediscovering Joy. Through keynote speaking, consulting, and customized training, Barb equips staffing professionals with strategies that deliver measurable results.
Lauren B. Jones is a leading AI educator for the staffing and workforce industry and one of the most sought-after voices on AI adoption today. As Founder and CEO of Leap Advisory Partners and creator of The Real Girl's Roadmap to Mastering AI, she has spent the past four years training thousands of professionals and hundreds of executives on practical AI application. In 2026, she published two books, including an Amazon #1 bestseller. A keynote speaker at Staffing World, SIA Executive Forum, and TechServe, Lauren is recognized among LinkedIn's Inspiring Women and the Top Staffing Professionals to Watch.
Mike Lejeune is a leadership development coach, keynote speaker, and founder of Lighting the Path, where he helps organizations build high-performing, emotionally intelligent teams. With over 30 years of experience in executive search and leadership consulting, Mike has worked with companies ranging from high-growth firms to Fortune 500 organizations. He is the co-author of EQuip to Lead and author of Secrets to Hiring Right. Known for his engaging, practical approach, Mike equips leaders with tools to improve communication, strengthen culture, and drive results. His work centers on one core principle—clarity creates momentum and momentum moves the ball.
Approved for 10 CE Hours
by the ASA
This conference has been pre-approved by the American Staffing Association (ASA) offering up to 10.0 Continuing Education Hours (CEUs) for your professional development.
INVEST IN YOUR GROWTH
Choose your experience.
Three days. Real insights. Zero fluff.
INDIVIDUAL
Live & In It
$129/ person
TEAM
The Team Vault
$295 / org
ALL ACCESS
The Full Experience
$375 / person
Bringing your team? Group discounts available.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Real results.
Each year, Accelerate gets better and better! This was another incredible year! The sessions were packed with valuable insights and actionable takeaways I can immediately apply to my business. The speakers were engaging, and I left motivated and equipped with new ideas. Mike and his team always deliver a first-class experience - can’t wait for next year!
Conference Attendee
Conference Attendee
A must-attend for staffing leaders and recruiters. This conference was amazing - so much great content from industry experts. I learned a ton and already have a list of action steps to put into motion. I appreciated the multi-day format, which gave time to digest and reflect on what we learned. Accelerate is an energizing experience that helps you grow as a leader.
Conference Attendee
WHO THIS IS FOR
If you're ready to stop spinning — this is for you.
Recruiters
Managers
Business Development
Staffing Leaders
Let's get clear.
Let's get focused.
Let's accelerate.
Let's get clear.
Let's get focused.
Let's
accelerate.
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