Recruitment Meetup @ Polarsteps
Recruitment Meetup: Real TA insights from Polarsteps + Expert panel on the future of Hiring in the Age of AI
Recruitment is changing fast.
From AI-driven tools to the challenges of scaling in a competitive talent market, the way companies attract and hire people is evolving every year. But reading about it in an article is one thing. Seeing how a successful company actually does it is something else entirely.
That is why we are bringing you this unique meetup format: we gather inside the office of a fast-growing company, learn directly from their recruitment team.
This time, we’re stepping into Polarsteps HQ, a company on a mission to help people discover and document the world. Relinde Boerman and Sandy Kim will share how they hire for growth while keeping culture and quality at the center.
After the deep dive, we’ll open the floor to a panel of experts discussing The Future of Hiring in the Age of AI, sharing real stories, diverse perspectives, and practical takeaways you can use in your own work.
What to Expect
First, you can expect what Matchr meetups are known for: a warm, relaxed setting where real conversations happen.
You'll connect with a group of 60 like-minded recruiters, TA leaders, and HR professionals. It’s this honest peer exchange that makes more and more of our events rated 5 out of 5.
Of course, there will be good food, drinks, and plenty of time to network throughout the evening.
Then, we’ll dive into the core of the meetup:
1. A deep dive into Polarsteps’ recruitment process
Relinde Boerman (Head of Talent) and Sandy Kim (Tech Recruiter) will share how they:
Attract top talent in competitive roles
Structure interviews and assessments for both speed and quality
Keep culture and candidate experience at the heart of their hiring, even while scaling
2. Panel discussion: The Future of Hiring in the Age of AI
Recruitment is no longer just about people. It is also about technology, data, and automation. But how do we implement this into recruitment processes and manage to keep the balance between technology and human conncetion?
You will hear three different perspectives:
Relinde Boerman (Head of Talent at Polarsteps)
Laurens Waling (Chief Evangelist at 8vance)
Anastasija Removic (Head of Talent at Liberty Global)
Expect honest stories, bold ideas, and practical takeaways you can apply right away.
Agenda
18:00 – 19:00 Walk-in, Drinks, Food, and Networking
19:00 – 19:30 A deep dive into Polarsteps’ recruitment process by Relinde Boerman and Sandy Kim
19:30 – 20:00 Panel Discussion: The Future of Hiring in the Age of AI (Relinde Boerman, Laurens Waling, Anastasija Removic; moderated by Luke Davis, Head of RPO Solutions at Matchr)
19:00 – 21:00 Food, Drinks, and Networking
Aftermovie
Want a sneak peek? Watch the aftermovie from one of our meetups to see what it’s all about.
Speakers:
Relinde Boerman, Head of Talent at Polarsteps
Relinde leads recruitment at Polarsteps, where they're redefining travel through tech. Passionate about finding talent that elevates product, culture, and each other.
Sandy Kim, Tech Recruiter at Polarsteps
Sandy is ADPList mentor, and passionate about Product & Design hiring.
Anastasija Removic, Head of Talent at Liberty Global
Anastasija is a global talent acquisition leader who transforms how organizations attract, hire, and retain top talent. Combining data-driven strategy, technology, and a deep focus on people, she turns complex talent challenges into lasting competitive advantages.
Laurens Waling, Chief Evangelist at 8vance
Laurens is Chief Evangelist at 8vance, a Dutch-German scale-up developing AI to match people and work based on skills. He is a frequent speaker on the future of work, skills-based hiring, and ethical AI, and actively builds bridges between technology, HR, and society.
Venue
Location: Vijzelgracht 53A, Amsterdam
Venue: Polarsteps HQ (2nd floor of the building)
Getting There
The venue is right in the city center, so public transport or biking is easiest.
If you’re driving, the most convenient option is P+R RAI. Park there and take the Metro to Vijzelgracht (just a short walk from the venue) for a discounted rate.
Street parking or nearby garages (like this one) are also available.
The Event Is Brought To You By:
8vance
8vance is a Dutch-German high-tech scale-up that has developed the first autonomous matching technology for talents and recruiters. With AI, Big Data, and Digital Twin technology, 8vance streamlines talent mobility by eliminating market friction.
Viewing talent as constantly transitioning, 8vance's technology combines detailed data from current roles with insights into new opportunities, supporting recruitment, internal mobility, and outplacement.
Polarsteps
At Polarsteps, we’re changing the way people travel by turning every trip into a beautifully documented story. Our app brings planning, tracking, and reliving together in one elegant platform, loved by over 15 million users worldwide. Powered by 85+ people (and counting) in Amsterdam, we’re product-first, values-led, and believe the journey matters just as much as the destination.
Matchr
A global embedded RPO partner helping high-growth companies and enterprises build diverse, high-performing teams. Clients include TikTok, Eneco, Heineken, and Miro.
Join us on September 11, 2025, to gain actionable insights, collaborate with peers, and elevate your recruitment strategies!