Stand Up & Connect: Building Authentic Relationships Through Storytelling and Songwriting

Connection is at the heart of talent acquisition and retention, but authentic relationships require more than just strategy — they need creativity and purpose. In this interactive session, Grammy and Emmy-nominated songwriter Kristal Oliver and Emmy-nominated musician Andrew Lipke (the creatives behind the John Legend-produced, Emmy-nominated HBO documentary Stand Up & Shout) will lead you in crafting an original song, showcasing how storytelling and collaboration can build trust and inspire action. Through this hands-on experience, you'll uncover practical tools to connect with candidates and employees on a deeper level, leverage your own story for impact, and infuse your work with greater meaning and authenticity. Guided by two world-class artists, you'll step into the creative process and leave with actionable insights that will transform how you build relationships and tell your story.