Tres Garza is the Head of Talent Acquisition for Toyota Motors North America. Over the last 17 years, he has led recruiting efforts and held leadership roles at Chase, Citi, Capital One and Santander, before transitioning to Toyota in December 2021.
At Toyota, Tres oversees transformation across multiple Talent Acquisition functions while leading teams tasked with sourcing and recruiting for roles across North America. He also sits on the Customer Advisory Board for Magnit, where he collaborates with industry leaders on strategy building. Tres earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism with a minor in Marketing from Baylor University. He currently lives in Frisco, TX and enjoys traveling and exploring new places with his wife and two children.
April 15, 2026
9:50 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 Tres.
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