April Beard is a Contingent Workforce Consultant helping organizations elevate their programs through cost savings initiatives, vendor rationalization, and improved buyer experiences. Previously, April managed the Contingent Workforce Program for CENTENE, the largest insurer of Medicare / Medicaid Insurance, responsible for high-volume, efficient staffing strategies for contingent and SOW workers that support health plans touching 1 in every 15 individuals across America.
April’s 20 + year staffing career includes negotiating labor contracts for Progressive Insurance, management of MSP programs at TAPFIN and Bartech/Impellam Group, and recruiting top talent in various recruiting roles. Her well-rounded background of client, vendor, and MSP experience, along with her first language of sarcasm, brings a neutral approach to daily activities, ensuring equitable outcomes for all parties.
April 15, 2026
9:35 AM Panel: Employer Brand Elevated: Becoming the Preferred Choice For Contingent Talent
Launching a new contingent workforce program is only half the battle transforming that program into a top destination for the best talent is where true, sustainable advantage is won. This panel brings together dynamic leaders who have built standout employer brands and turned fledgling programs into magnets for contingent talent. Hear how they align brand values, deliver seamless worker experiences, and harness storytelling to create buzz and loyalty. Walk away armed with actionable steps to craft an authentic employer value proposition, streamline the candidate journey, and spark advocacy so your program rises above the competition as the clear employer of choice.
- Shape an Authentic Employer Value Proposition
- Explore approaches for defining and communicating your culture, values, and differentiators.
- Create a World Class Candidate and Onboarding Experience
- Foster and Amplify Brand Advocacy
- Utilize techniques to transform contingent talent into brand advocates
Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining April.
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