#6 - Heidi Barnett: AI That Helps Recruiters, Not Replaces Them

Live from HR Tech, Mike Peditto sits down with Heidi Barnett, President of Talent Acquisition at iSolved, for a fast-paced, insightful conversation about how technology is reshaping recruiting—without losing the human touch. Heidi shares an inside look at Indeed Talent Scout, a new collaboration between iSolved and Indeed that’s bringing AI-driven matching and real-time job ad optimization directly into recruiters’ ATS systems. The goal? To help talent teams work smarter, not harder, and focus on what matters most—building real human connections. Together, they unpack what it’s like leading large TA teams in an unprecedented market, how AI can actually support recruiters instead of replacing them, and why it’s time to rethink interview practices—especially when it comes to unpaid “trial” work and candidate experience. Heidi also shares her wildest “recruiting nightmare” story and her advice for building community and staying human in an industry full of burnout. About Heidi Barnett Heidi Barnett is the President of Talent Acquisition at iSolved, where she leads global recruiting strategy and innovation. With deep expertise in building and scaling teams, Heidi has partnered with industry leaders like Indeed to shape the next generation of talent technology. She’s known for championing recruiter wellbeing, ethical hiring practices, and community-driven TA leadership.