CanadianSME Small Business Podcast

Nitish Kasturia on Using AI to Hire Smarter, Not Harder

Episode Notes

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we unpack how AI is reshaping the hiring landscape and why businesses must rethink how they identify qualified talent in an AI-driven job market.

We are joined by Nitish Kasturia, Founder and CEO of EvoHire, a second-time founder and former Head of Engineering at a venture-backed GenAI startup. EvoHire is redefining recruitment with AI agents that run first-round technical assessments while detecting cheating and enhancing fairness in hiring.

Key Highlights:

1. AI Arms Race in Hiring: Nitish shares how AI-generated resumes overwhelm teams and why filtering qualified talent has become more complex.
    
2. Ethical AI in HR: He explains how companies can use AI to reduce false negatives and support fair, human-centered hiring decisions.
    
3. Future-Ready Assessments: Nitish discusses how assessments now validate real skills and promote AI as a co-pilot for candidates.
    
4. The EvoHire Advantage: He highlights how multilingual interviews improve global reach and strengthen both candidate and employer experiences.
    
5. Leadership & Future Vision: Nitish outlines the leadership mindset needed to run a GenAI startup and his vision for AI’s role in transforming hiring.

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.