Marcus Sawyerr
EQ Founder & CEO of EQ.app Cutting Costs for Staffing & Recruiting Firms With 24/7 AI Agents. A Former Fortune 500 Executive: 18 years in tech: Marcus has held significant executive roles in The Adecco Group as President of Adecco X, showcasing his leadership and expertise in the corporate world.
About this speaker
Marcus Sawyerr is a pioneering force in AI and the staffing and recruitment industry, with over 19 years of experience in driving innovation. As the Founder & CEO of EQ.app, Marcus is dedicated to leveraging AI to build inclusive talent communities. His career includes a significant decade at Careerbuilder.com, where he developed his expertise in sales and technology. Marcus became a Global Fortune 500 Executive at The Adecco Group, leading digital business transformations as Global President of Adecco X. He has been pivotal in buying, building, and investing in staffing & recruitment technology & a Limited Partner in venture capital at Semper Virens. Recognized as a Top 100 Most Influential Industry Leader by Staffing Industry Analysts in 2018 and a DE&I influencer in 2023, Marcus continues to champion diversity and innovation across the recruitment landscape.
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