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“Informative and inspirational!” 〰️ “I could listen to her all day.” 〰️ “Jenn Tardy is the real deal.” 〰️ “Timely, Impactful, Relevant.” 〰️
Book Jenn Tardy for your next conference or seminar and witness how her powerful keynotes captivate attendees, sparking a transformative journey towards diversity recruiting and retention.
Jenn Tardy is a dynamic DEI Speaker, specializing in conversations on diversity recruiting and retention. With a dynamic blend of expertise, empathy, and actionable strategies, Jenn Tardy’s presentations empower recruiters, coaches, corporate leaders, and job seekers alike to dismantle barriers and create environments where diverse pools of talent thrive.
Her mission is multifaceted: to equip organizations with the knowledge and tools needed to embrace diversity as a competitive advantage and to guide individuals from underrepresented communities in navigating the hiring landscape successfully.
Through engaging keynotes and presentations, Jenn ignites change—inspiring all stakeholders to build a more inclusive, equitable future in the workforce through diversity recruiting and retention and ensuring everyone is seen, heard, and hired on their merit.
ERE Recruiting Conference - Keynote Speaker - November 12 - 14, 2024
Jenn Tardy is a renowned Career Success Coach, Diversity Recruiting Expert, and International Speaker. She is the visionary founder of Jennifer Tardy Consulting (“team JTC”) based in Maryland, an award-winning firm recognized for its contributions to diversity recruiting. JTC bridges the gap between job seekers and hiring professionals, facilitating career and hiring success through innovative strategies and inclusive practices.
An official partner of LinkedIn and The Society for Diversity, Jenn has earned prestigious accolades for her impactful work, including being named a 2020 LinkedIn Top Voice and receiving the 2020 James W. Rouse Diversity Award. Her unique position as one of the select career coaches focused on diversity makes her an invaluable resource for hiring leaders looking to attract, engage, hire, and retain candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds.
Jenn's expertise extends to developing a wide array of resources—videos, guides, e-books, workshops, and training programs—designed to assist hiring professionals in recognizing and eliminating biases throughout the recruitment and employment process. Furthermore, she empowers job seekers to overcome hiring biases, offering clear, concise strategies that demystify the employment process and enhance their chances of securing job offers.
Holding both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business from Virginia Tech, Jenn brings over 15 years of rich experience in human resources and recruiting. Her comprehensive Diversity Recruiting Leader, Career Coach, and Speaker background equips her with the insights and skills to inspire change, promote inclusivity, and drive professional success in the modern workplace.
Jenn Tardy shines on the stage at keynotes and conferences, delivering powerful, tailored presentations that resonate with audiences. Whether in-person or virtual, her sessions at industry conferences, trade-shows, and events in collaboration with partner organizations are designed to inspire, educate, and provoke thought on the vital topics of diversity recruiting and retention.
Jenn's workshops offer a deep dive into the specific challenges and opportunities within individual organizations. Tailored to address the unique needs of HR or recruiter departments, leadership teams, or broader employee groups, these customized sessions are interactive, solution-focused, and crafted to foster a more inclusive culture. Jenn's workshops equip participants with the tools and insights needed to drive meaningful change.
A pivotal part of the Increase Diversity™ Roadmap program, Jenn's "Enterprise Workshop – The Value of Diversity" is a comprehensive 90-minute session focused on the effective use of language to lean into DEI and foundational strategies for enhancing diversity in the workplace through recruiting and retention. This workshop is exclusively designed for participants in the ID Roadmap program. Learn more >
Lived Experience (+ The Value of LEQ)
Inclusive Recruiting Practices for Search Agency Recruiters
The Foundational Elements of Increasing Diversity
The Value of Diversity
DEI Training For Recruiting + Growth
Fostering Belonging in the Workplace
Effective Strategies to Increase Diversity + Retention in the Workplace
Leaning into Diversity (+ Inclusion)
How to Support Underrepresented Clients Navigating Bias in the Hiring Process
Women, Wages, & Worth
The 4 P’s to Strategic Career Growth for Underrepresented Groups
The Miseducation of Black and Brown Job Seekers
Gaining Career Self-Determination
Control Your Own Career Destiny (Or Someone Else Will)
Navigating Bias During Your Job Search
Jenn Tardy is not just another diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) speaker; she is a trailblazer in diversity recruiting, offering a unique blend of expertise, engagement, and efficacy.
Deep Expertise in Diversity Recruiting: Jenn's extensive background in human resources and recruiting and her specialization in diversity equips her with unparalleled insights into the complexities of creating truly inclusive hiring practices. Her strategies are not theoretical—they are practical, actionable, and proven to drive change.
Interactive Presentation Style: Jenn's keynotes are dynamic and interactive, designed to inform, engage, and inspire her audience. She uses real-life scenarios, interactive workshops, and engaging storytelling to connect with her audience personally, ensuring that her message is heard, felt, and remembered.
Real-World Success Stories: Jenn brings authenticity to her presentations through real-world success stories from her consulting work. These stories showcase the tangible impact of her strategies on organizations and individuals alike, providing a compelling case for the effectiveness of her approach to diversity recruiting.
Jenn Tardy is a DEI speaker who specializes in diversity recruiting and retention practices. She tailors her expertise to a diverse audience, delivering impactful insights across three primary groups:
Hiring Professionals and Leaders: Jenn addresses the intricacies of recruiting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce, offering solutions to eliminate bias and foster inclusive workplace cultures.
Job Seekers and Employees: Whether navigating the job market or advancing within an organization, Jenn offers strategies for overcoming external and internal challenges, from bias in hiring to personal career development.
Career Counselors and Coaches: She equips professionals with the tools to support diverse job seekers, emphasizing strategies for initiating conversations around diversity and inclusion.
Jenn's presentations span a range of topics, including but not limited to strategies for job search success, inclusive hiring practices, and retention techniques for women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ populations, and veterans. She tackles the external and internal facets of these challenges, providing comprehensive solutions.
Described as a conversational speaker and storyteller, Jenn creates an engaging and comfortable learning environment that mirrors the insightful experience of her YouTube channels and newsletters. She is committed to creating safe spaces for discussing complex topics and guiding her audience through lessons and tactics designed for lasting change.
Jenn Tardy offers virtual events, adapting her engaging and impactful sessions to online formats. Whether through webinars, workshops, or live-streamed keynotes, she ensures her message on diversity and career success reaches audiences worldwide, providing an interactive and enriching experience regardless of location.
Please complete the speaker request form to obtain the most accurate quote for Jenn’s participation in your event.
Jenn selectively considers pro bono or discounted speaking engagements, balancing the need to support her mission with the sustainability of her business and team. Each request is evaluated based on its potential impact and alignment with her goals to promote career and hiring success, particularly for historically underrepresented groups.
When considering free speaking opportunities, Jenn evaluates the intention behind the event and its potential impact on her audience and mission. An ideal scenario for pro bono work involves engagements that significantly advance conversations around diversity and inclusion, benefiting individuals from underrepresented backgrounds.
Upon submitting a request to book Jenn, our team will review your form within one business day. We may email you for further clarification or arrange a 30-minute call, ensuring a smooth and efficient booking process.
