Aliaxis Identifies 5 Diverse Candidates in 3 Hours with HackerX
Key Takeaways
- 100+ professionals attended a single diversity-focused virtual event
- 12 rapid interviews led to 5 potential candidates in 3 hours
- Virtual format expands reach for D&I recruiting
Aliaxis Shows How to Build Diverse IT Teams with HackerX
Aliaxis VP of IT Anju Bissessur shared their experience using HackerX to build a more diverse engineering team. The results demonstrate what focused diversity recruiting can achieve.
In just three hours, they identified 5 potential candidates from 12 rapid interviews.
Pro Tip: Diversity recruiting is not about lowering standards – it is about expanding your reach to qualified candidates who might not find you through traditional channels.
The Virtual Advantage
Aliaxis noted that virtual HackerX events:
- Attracted over 100 professionals from broader geographic areas
- Removed barriers that prevent underrepresented candidates from attending in-person events
- Delivered measurable results in minimal time
As they put it: We accomplished a lot in that short amount of time.
Actionable D&I Strategy
Their approach combined diversity-focused HackerX and HackerX diversity events targeting people of color and LGBTQIA+ professionals. The result? A more diverse candidate pipeline.
FAQ
How do HackerX diversity events work?
Same rapid-interview format, specifically targeting underrepresented talent pools.
Can we measure D&I recruiting ROI?
Yes. Track candidates identified, interviews scheduled, and hires made versus traditional recruiting channels.
What makes virtual D&I events effective?
Broader reach removes geographic and accessibility barriers that disproportionately affect underrepresented groups.
