How can AI revolutionize product-driven job matching? In this episode of the CPO Rising Series hosted by NEOGOV CPO Denise Hemke, Talent.com CPO Navya “NRG” Rehani Gupta will be speaking on revolutionizing hiring with AI. She’ll share groundbreaking insights into how technology is reshaping recruitment, reducing bias, and creating more efficient hiring processes for job seekers and employers alike.
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Show Notes:
- AI-driven job matching will replace traditional job boards
- Time to hire is the most critical metric for talent acquisition
- Skill-based matching is the future of recruitment
- Responsible AI implementation is crucial for ethical hiring
- Product-centered companies prioritize user experience over financial targets
- Cross-industry experience drives innovative problem-solving
- CPOs are increasingly responsible for driving revenue and enterprise value
- AI can reduce hiring bias and improve candidate screening
- Remote work requires intentional communication strategies
- Product managers must master AI to remain competitive
- Dynamic pricing models can transform multiple industries
- Continuous learning and beginner’s mindset are key to innovation
- AI should augment, not replace, human decision-making
- Transparency is critical when implementing AI technologies
- Product teams need dedicated innovation spaces
- Soft skills and strategic thinking remain essential in an AI-driven world
- Data-driven prioritization replaces intuition-based decision-making
- Upskilling workforces is crucial in the AI transformation
- Product leadership requires balancing short-term execution and long-term vision
- Ethical AI implementation requires continuous feedback and improvement
About the speaker
Navya, Chief Product Officer at Talent.com, is advancing the company’s mission to make job search effortless for the global workforce. Talent.com, one of the fastest-growing job search platforms globally, connects job seekers with essential roles in industries like healthcare and logistics. With a presence in over 50 countries and support for 20+ languages, Talent.com leverages emerging technologies to create meaningful opportunities worldwide. Before joining Talent.com, Navya led the development of the Peek Pro platform as Chief Product Officer at Peek, known as the ‘Shopify for the experiences economy.’ Peek.com facilitated over $1 billion in annual bookings, enabling consumers to book activities like ziplining, art exhibits, and boat rentals. Prior to Peek, she played a key role in shaping new business lines at StyleSeat, the world's largest marketplace for beauty services, and gained extensive experience managing large-scale products at Uber, Disney, and Goldman Sachs. Navya holds an Electronics Engineering degree from the University of Sheffield, UK, a Masters in Computer Science from Stanford, and an MBA from NYU Stern. A seasoned product executive, she excels in building and growing products and high-performing teams. She is also a sought-after mentor, dedicated to supporting peers, women, and students in advancing their careers in technology. Her passions include championing female founders, fostering inclusivity, and reshaping the leadership paradigm.
About the host
As the Chief Product Officer at NEOGOV, Denise leads the strategy for public sector HR and Public Safety software, driving innovation, customer satisfaction, and excellence. Her experience at Checkr as Chief Product Officer saw her delivering customer-focused products and promoting a fairer future. Denise’s notable career spans over two decades, with significant roles including GM for Analytics at Workday, where she launched new products and grew the business to over $200 million in ARR. Her background includes leadership positions at Platfora, Salesforce, HSBC, and AT&T, showcasing her expertise in enterprise product development and a commitment to technological advancement and customer success.