James Ellis

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Chief Brand Builder

James Ellis is an authority on employer branding, focusing on companies who think they have no choice but to post and pray for talent. Over the past decade, he has built the brands for more than a dozen of companies and supported the development and activation of dozens more.

He is the principal of Employer Brand Labs in Chicago, an author, keynote speaker, practitioner, and podcaster with a wealth of experience across multiple industries for almost a decade. James’ achievements include authoring what’s been called the bible of employer branding, managing the number one employer brand newsletter in the world and helping companies globally establish and develop their ability to hire talent.

July 11, 2024

#11: You Belong in TA: Unexpected Journeys to Talent Acquisition with Rhona Pierce

Rhona looks back on the unconventional career journeys of past guests and the power of storytelling in talent acquisition.
May 30, 2024

#7: Measuring the Impact of your Employer Brand with James Ellis

James Ellis, shares insights on employer branding, its financial impact, the misconceptions surrounding it, and how to make the case for Employer Branding to leadership.
Guest: James Ellis