Hi Lisa, thanks so much for taking the time to speak with us and for speaking at European Women in Technology! Firstly, tell us a little bit more about you and your career so far!

I'm Lisa de Ruiter, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at GloPros—an AI-powered hiring platform that's transforming how companies connect with professionals worldwide. With a background in IT recruitment and a transition into tech product development, my career has consistently focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to empower recruiters rather than replace them. I’ve made it my mission to promote and implement ethical hiring practices within the hiring process. 

I'm truly looking forward to engaging with inspiring women in the tech industry and celebrating our collective achievements. The European Women in Technology conference provides a unique platform for like-minded female leaders to connect, share experiences, and envision a future where women play a central role in shaping the tech landscape.

The sessions led by groundbreaking women promise to offer valuable insights and inspiration. For our team, participating in this vibrant community of female tech talent is a significant source of motivation. We eagerly anticipate learning from other teams, exchanging ideas, and building meaningful connections that will enrich our professional journeys.

What does the Leading the Digital Revolution theme mean to you?

As a founder, I recognize that while we've made significant strides, there's still progress to be made in achieving full representation for women in tech. However, the past few years have illuminated the path forward through the achievements of leaders like Vidya Peters and Melanie Perkins.

Vidya Peters, now CEO of DataSnipper, has demonstrated how deep industry expertise combined with strategic vision can drive a company to global success. Under her leadership, DataSnipper has expanded its presence in the U.S. and Asia, secured significant funding, and achieved unicorn status.

Similarly, Melanie Perkins, co-founder and CEO of Canva, transformed a simple idea into a global design platform valued at over $25 billion. Her journey from a university student to leading one of the world's most user-friendly design platforms exemplifies how determination and innovation can break barriers. 

These examples serve as powerful reminders that with vision, resilience, and support, women can lead transformative change in the tech industry. Their stories inspire me and reinforce the belief that anything is possible.

What can attendees expect from your session?

I'm excited to invite you to my upcoming session; How to build a CV that Stands Out in the AI Hiring Revolution. We'll delve into the evolving landscape of AI-powered hiring and how you can make your CV ready for the AI hiring revolution.

What can attendees expect from your session?

AI in Recruitment: The three main trends that will change the way of hiring: Discover how AI is transforming hiring processes, from resume screening to candidate evaluation, and what this means for both candidates and hiring managers.

Ethical Hiring Starts With Ethical AI: Understand the importance of fairness and transparency in AI-driven recruitment and how to implement these principles in your hiring practices.

How to make your CV ready for the AI hiring revolution: Learn practical strategies to tailor your resume for AI screening tools, ensuring it stands out in today's competitive job market.

Whether you're aiming to enhance your CV for AI-powered recruitment systems or you're a hiring manager interested in the latest trends in AI HR tech, this session will provide valuable insights and actionable advice on how to improve your CV and find the next step in your career!

Why should attendees visit your stand?

Visit the GloPros booth at European Women in Technology 2025 to explore how AI can revolutionize your hiring processes or job search. Whether you're aiming to scale your tech team or find the next step in your career, our AI-powered platform offers an end-to-end hiring solution.

Experience live demos showcasing how GloPros streamlines recruitment, ensuring fairness and efficiency. We also have a full overview of all the open tech vacancies that might be a good match for your career! Meet us at our booth, and we can offer you resume improvement advice and match you to open vacancies with our multinational clients. Our team is eager to discuss how our technology can support your hiring goals or assist you in finding your next opportunity in tech. Come say hi at our booth to connect with us!

What is your biggest prediction for 2025 for technology?

My prediction for 2025 is without a doubt the rise of Agentic AI. Unlike traditional AI, which operates based on predefined rules, Agentic AI leverages advanced techniques like reinforcement learning and deep neural networks to adapt dynamically, optimize procedures, and engage in complex behaviors with minimal human oversight.

In the recruitment industry, this means AI agents will not only screen resumes but also autonomously manage entire hiring workflows. They'll identify skill gaps, personalize candidate outreach, and even conduct initial interviews, all while continuously learning and improving from each interaction between candidate and hiring manager.

Therefore, my prediction for 2025 is twofold: Agentic AI will become integral to business operations, transforming processes with unprecedented efficiency; simultaneously, transparency will emerge as the new currency in tech, removing the black box of their AI systems and integrating AI more deeply into our daily lives.

Register for your place to join Lisa for her session 'Building a CV that Stands Out in the AI Hiring Revolution' at European Women in Technology on 25 - 26 June!