Guwahati: Assam Down Town University Hosts HR Conclave 4.0

GUWAHATI: Assam Down Town University (AdtU) hosted the highly anticipated HR Conclave 4.0, bringing together industry leaders, HR professionals, and thought leaders to discuss emerging trends in recruitment, talent management, and people success.

The event, the first of its kind in Northeast India, celebrated groundbreaking ideas and excellence in the HR domain through engaging panel discussions and prestigious awards.

The first panel discussion, moderated by Vishal Sharma from Lenskart.com, focused on redefining recruitment strategies for Gen Z. The panelists emphasized the need to align recruitment strategies with Gen Z’s unique needs and aspirations.

Paras Thakur introduced the “1000 Days Concept,” highlighting that “retention begins at onboarding.” Ruthi Phazang stressed the significance of classroom training to keep employees motivated. Meghali Kumar discussed how global compensation trends shape Gen Z’s decisions, while Ravi Shankar Singh reflected on India’s strong appeal for students.

The second panel discussion, moderated by Abhishek Sarma, focused on “Redefining Gen Z’s Recruitment: Early Talent Identification, Skill-Based Hiring, and Emerging HR Tech Trends.” Panellists discussed the shift toward skill-based assessments, flexible career pathways, and innovative hiring strategies tailored to Gen Z’s purpose-driven approach to work.

Anitha Jayapal emphasized the importance of internships in providing hands-on learning experiences. Stuty Borpujari shared personal insights on Gen Z’s clarity of thought and their rising trend of project-based engagements. Vikas Singh Sonagra introduced the “Alpha Model,” offering flexible working options that allow individuals to choose their workdays.

The HR Conclave 4.0 provided a platform for industry leaders and HR professionals to share their expertise and insights, celebrating excellence and innovation in human resources.

The panel concluded with a call to embrace these evolving recruitment trends, ensuring organizations effectively attract and retain the best Gen Z talent, stated a press release.

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