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EBdialogue is a community for employer branding practitioners. Here you can learn, connect and get inspired by local industry leaders. Our events will cover pressing HR, Employer Branding and Talent Attraction matters.
All in under 3 hours, in Romanian or English.
Navigating the Transylvania Talent Market, Community Growth & AI Trends in 2026
Join us for an in-depth, local conversation about the talent market in Transylvania and a recognition moment for the employers who truly stand out in candidates’ preferences.
You’ll get fresh, region-specific insights into what today’s candidates expect from employers and how those expectations shape employer reputation in Cluj county and across Transylvania.
Using data from the Most Desired Employers in 2026, we’ll unpack how candidates evaluate employers right now, what drives their job choices, and which signals matter most when talent compares your brand with others.
You’ll see how increasing competition for talent, changing candidate behaviour, and the growing influence of AI and digital tools are redefining employer choice and what you can do to stay visible, relevant, and trusted.
Beyond the numbers, we’ll look at real-world applications and exchange perspectives with local community leaders. You’ll walk away with a clearer picture of what strengthens employer reputation in the Cluj-Napoca market and practical ideas you can apply to your own strategy.
On the Agenda:
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Transylvania Talent Market Report 2026: What Talent Wants in Cluj-Napoca
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Strategic Employer Branding & Future Trends
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Panel Discussion: Bridging Local Talent, Community & Growth
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Recognition Ceremony
Topics we will cover:
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Predictions for hiring plans for 2026 and what they signal for the talent market
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What candidates in Transylvania look for and expect in 2026; Cluj vs. National trends: key differences, tech & business dynamics, and opportunities for local employers.
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Which employer branding insights matter most depending on your current challenges
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How candidate expectations are shifting across technical and business sectors.
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The reasons candidates choose not to apply to job opportunities
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What candidates say they want from employers vs. what truly influences job offer acceptance
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Where employer perception is shaped: employer branding touchpoints vs. recruitment touchpoints
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What talent expects from employers when it comes to AI adoption
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Collaborative strategies to tackle regional talent competition, ecosystem growth in Cluj-Napoca, and aligning company culture with local workforce values.
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Highlights from the Top 50 Most Desired Employers in Cluj-Napoca.
Brought to you by our hosts:
Andreea Balaci Buncianu - - Delivery Area Manager @Catalyst Solutions
Dragos Gheban - Managing Partner @Catalyst Solutions
September 22nd | 16:30 EET | Cluj-Napoca