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# Marieke Drees
Connecting talent to roles through data-driven, skill-based hiring at Textkernel.

## About

Marieke Drees runs talent acquisition at Textkernel, where she maps specific skills to the right roles. She focuses on turning skill-based hiring from a buzzword into a practical, everyday recruitment strategy.

Her work explores how organizations can use AI to build data-driven matching systems. She teaches recruiters how to transition away from traditional resumes and get hiring managers to trust a skills-first approach.

Beyond the systemic side of hiring, Marieke values the human element of employer branding and connecting with people from diverse cultures.



## Past Sessions

### World Congress 2024 · July 17, 2024
Berlin, Germany
- [Skill-Based Hiring: Bridging Vision and Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2024/sessions/153-skill-based-hiring) · 30 min