Adam Posner

Founder & Managing Director, NHP Talent Group

Adam Posner is a powerhouse in the talent acquisition world, serving as Founder and Managing Director of NHP Talent Group, a boutique NYC-based consultancy that specializes in recruitment strategy, talent processes, and employer branding for hyper-growth startups, marketing agencies, and innovative brands. With a laser focus on marketing, performance media, creative, eCommerce, product, and content creation roles, Adam helps companies scale their hiring while ensuring perfect cultural and skill fits. His unique edge comes from 15 years on the client side of advertising and marketing, where he led account management and digital strategy at giants like American Express, SIRIUS XM, VaynerMedia, and EP+Co, handling blue-chip clients such as Verizon, Pepsi, and British Airways. This insider knowledge of 'Career DNA' allows him to bridge the gap between business needs and candidate aspirations like few others can. Beyond recruitment, Adam is the creator and host of #thePOZcast, a top 1% global careers podcast with over 140 episodes featuring luminaries like former New York Governor David Paterson, Grant Cardone, and Jordan Harbinger. The show decodes success stories to inspire listeners to harness their inner tenacity for career and life advancement. A cancer survivor, power connector, and global speaker on TA, employer branding, and AI in recruitment, Adam also advises startups like Pin.com (AI recruiting) and Safira, and co-founded Probably Nothing Talent for Web3/crypto roles. He's a founding member of The Outlier Project, mentoring through Defy Ventures, and always puts relationships first—identifying synergies and driving value in a competitive talent market. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjposner/), [NHP About](https://www.nhptalentgroup.com/about), [UNLEASH](https://www.unleash.ai/unleashamerica/contributors/adam-posner/).

Key Insights from Adam Posner

I lead with empathy as I put candidates in the best possible position to succeed.

— Adam Posner on Empathy-Driven Recruiting

#thePOZcast... to Help YOU Harness YOUR Inner Tenacity to Drive YOUR Career & Life Forward!

— Adam Posner on Podcast Influence

Prior to pivoting into recruiting, spent 15 years... at American Express, SIRIUS XM, VaynerMedia.

— Adam Posner on Industry Expertise

Power Connector as my superpower.

— Adam Posner on Networking Mastery

Notable Quotes from Adam Posner

"A Power Connector as my superpower."

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"Harness your inner tenacity."

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"Unique perspective on Career DNA."

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"Putting relationships first."

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Frequently Asked Questions about Adam Posner

How does Adam Posner's background benefit his recruitment work?

Adam's 15 years in marketing at firms like VaynerMedia and American Express give him insider knowledge of role demands and candidate profiles. He understands 'Career DNA,' ensuring fits that drive long-term success, while advising on TA processes and branding. This reduces mismatch risks in fast-paced startup/agency environments. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjposner/).

What is #thePOZcast about?

Hosted by Adam, it's a top careers podcast interviewing experts in business, marketing, recruitment on success journeys. Over 140 episodes with guests like Grant Cardone inspire tenacity. Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, with live streams. Helps professionals advance careers. [thePOZcast](https://www.thepozcast.com/).

What services does NHP Talent Group offer?

Specializes in recruitment strategy, talent ops, employer branding for marketing/media/tech roles at startups/agencies/brands. Partners with in-house teams to accelerate hiring, focusing on senior experts. Also Probably Nothing for Web3. NYC-based. [NHP](https://www.nhptalentgroup.com/about).

What makes Adam a sought-after speaker?

Speaks on talent acquisition, employer branding, AI recruitment at events like UNLEASH America. Combines practitioner experience, podcast platform, survivor story for engaging talks on tenacity and hiring trends. [UNLEASH](https://www.unleash.ai/unleashamerica/contributors/adam-posner/).

Adam Posner — Areas of Expertise

  • Talent Acquisition Strategy
  • Employer Branding
  • Marketing Recruitment
  • Career Development Podcasting
  • Digital Marketing Leadership
  • Web3 Talent
  • Adam Posner joining the show - both appear as additional contributors alongside Jorie Jansen

Adam Posner — Show Appearances

  • Mornings in the Lab (2025-04-09)

Adam Posner — Signal Brief

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