The hiring landscape continues to evolve as organizations adapt to new technologies, changing workforce expectations, and increasingly competitive talent markets. For professionals in Business Analysis, Project Management, Product Management, Data Analytics, and Technology, understanding how recruiters evaluate candidates has never been more important.
Building Connections: Meet Our Recruiters brings together experienced recruiting leaders and talent acquisition professionals for an open and engaging discussion about today's job market. This special roundtable event provides attendees with direct access to recruiters who actively place professionals across a wide range of industries and technical disciplines.
Participants will gain insider perspectives on current hiring trends, in-demand skills, resume and interview best practices, personal branding strategies, networking approaches, and practical ways to position themselves for career growth. The panel will also discuss common mistakes candidates make during the hiring process and share actionable advice to help professionals increase their visibility and competitiveness.
Whether you are a student, aspiring Business Analyst, experienced professional, or career changer, this session offers practical insights designed to help you navigate the modern hiring landscape with clarity and confidence.
Partner Chapters
This special event is proudly hosted by the IIBA Tampa Bay Chapter in collaboration with:
- IIBA Kansas City Chapter
- IIBA Bluegrass Chapter
- IIBA South East Michigan Chapter
- IIBA RTP Raleigh Chapter
Together, these chapters are committed to supporting the professional growth of Business Analysts and technology professionals by creating opportunities for learning, networking, and career development.
About the Speakers
Allison Voss
Allison Voss brings more than 13 years of experience in staffing, talent acquisition, consultant care, business development, and recruiting leadership. She has been the Director of Recruiting, leading a team of recruiting professionals dedicated to helping organizations navigate today's rapidly evolving technology landscape while connecting top talent with meaningful career opportunities.
With a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and extensive experience supporting clients nationwide, Allison is passionate about creating exceptional candidate experiences and building long-term professional relationships. Her expertise spans full-cycle recruiting, workforce planning, and talent strategy across a wide variety of technical and professional disciplines.
Tracie Mitchell
Tracie Mitchell specializes in identifying high-quality technology talent and helping professionals find opportunities that align with their career goals and aspirations.
Known for her relationship-focused approach, Tracie serves as a trusted talent advisor, helping both candidates and organizations achieve successful outcomes. She is passionate about career development, professional growth, and helping individuals navigate the ever-changing technology employment landscape.
Kim Speerly
Senior IT Account Executive, Pinnacle Partners, Inc.
Kim Speerly has spent more than 20 years helping companies across North America build exceptional teams and helping professionals find opportunities where they can thrive.
As a Business Development Executive with Pinnacle Partners, Kim partners with organizations across insurance, healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, technology, and professional services to deliver strategic staffing and workforce solutions. Her focus is simple: understand the business, build trusted relationships, and connect the right people to the right opportunities.
Kim believes successful partnerships are built on trust, communication, and a genuine commitment to helping others succeed. Whether she is supporting a hiring manager with a critical project, helping a candidate navigate a career transition, or introducing professionals within her network, her goal is always to create long-term value and meaningful connections.
Jen Tubbesing
IT Recruiter, Premier Tech, Inc.
Jen Tubbesing is a full-cycle IT recruiter at Premier Tech, Inc., a boutique IT staffing firm based in Kansas City. She specializes in placing senior technical and IT talent, including business analysis-focused professionals. Known for her people-first approach, Jen values transparency, authenticity, and respect throughout the hiring process.
Beyond recruiting, Jen is actively involved in Kansas City's technology community and has served on the IIBA Kansas City Chapter Board for the past five years. She currently serves as the chapter's Creative Director, helping shape and manage the chapter's brand, communications, and voice.
Martez Williams
Senior IT Recruiter, Blue Bridge People
Martez Williams is a Senior IT Recruiter at Blue Bridge People, a specialized staffing and managed services provider based in Cincinnati, Ohio. He leads recruiting efforts for The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, focusing on software development, cloud technologies, DevOps, and data & analytics talent.
With more than 13 years of IT staffing experience, Martez is known for his consultative approach to recruiting, helping organizations identify top technology talent while guiding professionals toward meaningful career opportunities. His expertise spans software engineering, product management, business analysis, enterprise applications, and technology leadership roles.
Beyond recruiting, Martez is actively involved in community leadership and youth development initiatives. He serves as Vice President of FRDT (Fiercely Redefined Dance Team Always) and leads Redefine Your Future (RYF), an HBCU college tour program that connects Cincinnati youth with higher education opportunities.