HR.com Announces Winners of Talent Acquisition Awards for 2026

HR.com, the largest online community of human resources (HR) professionals, proudly announces the winners of the 2026 Talent Acquisition Awards, recognizing outstanding achievements in attracting and hiring top talent. The honorees were announced during HR.com’s Future of Talent Acquisition Virtual Event on February 10.

This year’s award recipients represent exceptional recruitment solutions, programs, individuals, and organizations that have made a significant impact in a rapidly evolving work environment. From navigating shifting labor laws to leveraging AI and emerging technologies, these winners have demonstrated innovation, excellence, and a commitment to advancing the HR profession.

The 2026 Talent Acquisition Award Winners

Recruiting Platform of the Year: Grayscale

Grayscale is transforming talent acquisition with an AI-driven platform that handles sourcing, screening, scheduling, and onboarding. By automating operational tasks, it enables recruiters to focus on strategy and relationships, boosting hiring speed, engagement, and compliance.

Talent Acquisition Team of the Year: Cardinal Health

Led by Brian Moore, Cardinal Health’s Talent Acquisition team demonstrated HR excellence by delivering 1,200 hires in six months, consistently exceeding time-to-fill targets, eliminating external search costs, and achieving strong ROI while setting industry benchmarks.

Talent Acquisition Leader of the Year: James Molloy, Spectrum Reach

James has demonstrated HR excellence through strategic leadership and innovative talent programs. By building a high-performing team that delivers top candidates efficiently while maintaining zero voluntary turnover, he sets a standard in recruitment and workforce development.

View All HR.com Awards: www.hr.com/awards

“In an era of evolving labor laws and workforce uncertainties, these hiring leaders and solution providers are setting the benchmark for excellence in recruitment,” said HR.com CEO Debbie McGrath. “Their commitment to building strong workplaces, attracting top talent, and driving business success is truly inspiring.”

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