Karl Ahlrichs specializes in helping organizations solve their talent shortages, using AI tools and “next step” management tactics. He is a national speaker, author, and facilitator who presents on people issues in all industries, focusing on advanced HR tools. He is often quoted in the local and national media. He has held senior level positions in multiple Professional Services firms, and was a founding partner of ExactHire. He was named the SHRM Human Resource Professional of the Year for the State of Indiana. He is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) with the National Speaker’s Association and serves on the national CSP Committee.