Rachel Allen

Rachel Allen

Head of Talent Acquisition

7-Eleven Inc.


Rachel Allen is a dynamic leader in Talent Acquisition (TA), boasting over 15 years of industry experience. Known for her strategic acumen, Rachel is adept at fostering collaboration across teams to meet and exceed organizational objectives. As the Senior Director of Talent Acquisition at 7-Eleven Inc., she guides a robust team responsible for both corporate and field recruitment, employer branding, and TA operations, ensuring excellence in talent sourcing and placement. Rachel’s communication skills are unparalleled, and her knack for building strong relationships is well-known. She champions a forward-thinking approach among her recruiters, leveraging her expertise in technology to streamline recruitment processes and boost efficiency. Her innovative use of data and design thinking has led to the development of cutting-edge digital solutions, including AI and automation tools.

Speaking in:

Monday Jan 12

9:15am - 10:00am

Exhibitor Big Ideas Stage 5

Empowering the frontline with AI: 7-Eleven and Hy-Vee’s Workday transformation

In today’s fast-paced retail environment, frontline workers play a critical role in delivering exceptional customer experiences. Join this session to discover how innovative retailers 7-Eleven and Hy-Vee are transforming the frontline worker and manager experience by leveraging the power of the Workday platform and how you can, too. Using real-time insights, intelligent scheduling, and predictive workforce planning, see how managers are making faster, smarter decisions that boost productivity and engagement, reduce turnover, and improve operational agility.