AI as a Business Driver: How 7-Eleven and Ace Hardware Transformed High-Volume Hiring to Save Time, Cut Costs, and Fuel Growth

AI doesn’t just help organizations hire faster; it directly impacts the bottom line by empowering teams to focus on connection and culture, not just transactions. Join 7-Eleven Sr. Director of TA Rachel Allen and Ace Hardware Director of TA Stef Nikitas to discover how conversational AI is transforming their high-volume hiring efforts and driving big, measurable results. You’ll learn how 7-Eleven achieved massive operational efficiency, including 40,000 store leader hours saved weekly, while Ace Hardware successfully tackled critical candidate experience challenges, resulting in an 86% application completion rate and 40% fewer interview no-shows. This session explores the strategies, technology, and change management required to implement AI solutions that drive real business growth and staff complex operations at scale.