Lysha Holmes
Lysha Holmes
EP288: Shannon McKechnie, Managing Director at MBN Solutions - A Class Act, why Data is better than KPIs
EP288: Shannon McKechnie, Managing Director at MBN Solutions - A Class Act, why Data is better than KPIs
EP288: Shannon McKechnie, Managing Director at MBN Solutions - A Class Act, why Data is better than KPIs
Monday 11th August 2025
Discover why data surpasses KPIs in recruitment with Shannon McKechnie, and explore MBN Solutions' global expansion and podcast journey.
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Episode Overview
- Data is crucial in storytelling and decision-making.
- Shannon McKechnie's pivot from office to tech recruitment.
- MBN Solutions' ambition for global expansion.
- The importance of balancing data and visionary leadership.
- Launching the A Class Act podcast for industry insights.
The most important thing is having that data to understand where, how, and who.
In this insightful episode of the Recruiters Recruitment Podcast, host Lysha Holmes welcomes Shannon McKechnie, the Managing Director of MBN Solutions and the host of the A Class Act podcast. Shannon shares her remarkable 20-year journey in the recruitment industry, beginning with her early career at Reed, where she spent 14 years in office services. Her career took a significant turn during the pandemic when she pivoted to tech recruitment, eventually leading her to MBN Solutions.
MBN Solutions stands out as a niche data and AI talent partner, with a growing presence in the UK, Europe, and the US, and ambitious plans for global expansion. Shannon emphasizes the vital role of data in recruitment, asserting that data-driven decisions often surpass traditional KPIs in effectiveness. This data-centric approach allows companies to tell compelling stories and make informed strategic decisions. The conversation also explores the evolution of MBN Solutions and the launch of Shannon's podcast, A Class Act.
The podcast aims to provide listeners with authentic insights from industry leaders, focusing on personal growth, lessons learned, and the power of storytelling through data. Shannon highlights the importance of balancing visionary leadership with data-supported strategies in business growth. As MBN Solutions charts its course for global expansion, this balance ensures sustainable growth without compromising existing operations. Listeners are encouraged to consider how data can enhance their decision-making processes, especially in recruitment.
Shannon's insights offer valuable lessons for those looking to innovate and evolve in the ever-changing landscape of recruitment and talent acquisition.