Winning the Talent Acquisition War Against AI Fraud with Gerald Gordon & Steve Browne

What if your next “perfect” hire is just a well-programmed bot? AI fraud is here, and it's quietly hijacking your hiring pipeline. 🤖

Gerald Gordon sits down with Steve Browne, Chief People Officer at LaRosa's Inc., to tackle a hiring crisis no one’s prepared for: AI-generated candidates and digital twins fooling their way into your organization. From ghost applicants to automated resume farms, Gerald and Steve dig into how HR and TA leaders can fight back, with human connection at the core.

You’ll hear why Steve believes traditional interviews are broken, how LaRosa’s built a culture that retains top talent for decades, and why asking better questions, not checking more boxes, is the future of hiring.

If you're hiring, leading, or just tired of robotic recruitment, this one’s for you.



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Key Takeaways: AI fraud is reshaping talent acquisition urgency and strategy. Authentic conversations outperform traditional, scripted interviews. Nuance matters because machines miss human complexity. Culture fit starts with how you interview. Human-centered vetting strengthens retention and trust.