iCIMS, a leading provider of talent acquisition technology, has announced the appointment of Daniel Joplin as Chief AI Officer. Joplin will lead iCIMS’ AI strategy, overseeing the company’s data science program, guiding its commitment to responsible AI, and accelerating innovation across the product suite. His role also includes collaborating with internal teams to deliver AI-powered experiences and evangelizing AI adoption within the broader talent acquisition community.
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iCIMS appoints Daniel Joplin as Chief AI Officer.
Joplin to lead AI innovation, data science, and responsible AI adoption.
Brings experience from Mastercard, Sword Health, SparkBeyond, and Visokio.
Appointment supports iCIMS’ long-term AI leadership in recruiting.
iCIMS earned TRUSTe Responsible AI Certification earlier this year.
Company to showcase AI innovation at HR Tech 2025 in Las Vegas.
Jason Edelboim, CEO of iCIMS, emphasized the importance of Joplin’s appointment:
"Daniel joins iCIMS at a defining moment in our AI transformation. His leadership will accelerate and scale our long-standing AI program as we reimagine the next generation of talent acquisition technology. Working with our product and engineering teams, his deep expertise will help deliver our vision to unlock AI for our customers across the entire talent acquisition journey."
Joplin brings over a decade of expertise in data science and AI innovation, with a proven record of delivering transformative outcomes across industries. Prior to iCIMS, he served as Director of Data Science at Mastercard and Director of AI at Sword Health, and also held leadership roles at SparkBeyond and Visokio, where he built and scaled global AI teams.
Joplin expressed his enthusiasm for the role, noting iCIMS’ pioneering role in AI-powered recruiting:
"iCIMS has been a pioneer in bringing AI innovation to talent acquisition, and I'm thrilled to build on that legacy. As AI continues to evolve, we have a unique opportunity to transform how organizations hire their talent responsibly, intelligently and at scale."
Earlier this year, iCIMS became the only enterprise recruiting software provider and one of only a few companies ever to achieve TrustArc’s TRUSTe Responsible AI Certification, the first certification dedicated to AI data protection and governance. This recognition highlights iCIMS’ commitment to safe, ethical, and customer-driven AI solutions.
iCIMS will feature its AI-powered hiring platform and responsible AI program at HR Tech 2025, September 16–18 in Las Vegas. Visitors can connect with the team at booth #3123 to learn how iCIMS is powering hiring for leading global brands.
With Daniel Joplin joining as Chief AI Officer, iCIMS strengthens its position as a leader in AI for recruiting and talent acquisition. By combining innovation with a strong foundation in responsible AI, the company is poised to redefine how organizations attract, hire, and retain top talent in the years ahead.
About iCIMS, Inc.
iCIMS is a leading provider of talent acquisition technology that enables organizations everywhere to build winning workforces. For over 20 years, iCIMS has been at the forefront of talent acquisition transformation. iCIMS empowers thousands of organizations worldwide with the right tools to meet their evolving needs across the talent journey and drive business success. Its AI-powered hiring platform is designed to improve efficiency, cut recruiting costs and build exceptional experiences for candidates and recruiters. For more information, visit www.icims.com.
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