The Elite Recruiter Podcast – Media Kit

Podcast Overview

The Elite Recruiter Podcast is the premier podcast for recruiting professionals, delivering insider insights and success stories from top talent acquisition experts. Hosted by Benjamin Mena, an executive recruiter and founder of Select Source Solutions, the show dives deep into how the best recruiters built their careers, the tools and tricks they use, the mindsets that drive their success, and their visions for the future. Since launching in 2021, the podcast has grown organically into a trusted resource in the recruiting industry – a grassroots success fueled by valuable content and word-of-mouth, rather than awards or big promotions. Each episode features honest, in-depth conversations that go beyond fluff, providing actionable advice and real-world strategies for recruiters at all levels.

About the Host – Benjamin Mena

Benjamin Mena is a seasoned recruiting professional with nearly 20 years of experience in the recruiting field. Before starting the podcast, he led recruiting efforts for top defense contractors and government agencies, supporting contracts over $600 million by finding specialized talent for highly complex programs. In 2018, Benjamin founded Select Source Solutions, a boutique staffing firm, leveraging his deep industry expertise. As host of The Elite Recruiter Podcast, Benjamin brings high energy, insight, and authenticity to every conversation. He’s often described as “the most connected recruiter in the space,” able to draw out valuable insights from his guests while keeping discussions engaging and on-track. Benjamin’s credibility and network (with over 27,000 LinkedIn followers in the recruiting community help attract elite guests and a loyal audience of recruitment professionals.

Audience & Reach

• Strong and Growing Listenership: The Elite Recruiter Podcast averages around 15,000 downloads per month in 2025, reflecting a steady growth from ~10K monthly in the prior year. The show surpassed 170,000 downloads in 2024 alone, and has accumulated over 386,000 total downloads to date (on track toward 400K). This consistent audience demonstrates the podcast’s sustained popularity in its niche.

• Extensive Library: With nearly 250 episodes published (weekly releases since 2021), the podcast offers a rich back catalog of content. New episodes are released weekly, keeping listeners engaged with fresh material and insights on the latest recruiting trends.

• Top-Ranked in Category: The Elite Recruiter Podcast was ranked the #1 recruiting podcast to follow in 2025 by HireX, recognized as a must-listen show for recruitment experts. It’s frequently cited as a leading industry podcast, reflecting its reputation among professionals.

• Loyal Niche Demographic: The audience consists primarily of staffing & recruiting professionals, talent acquisition leaders, and HR tech enthusiasts worldwide. These listeners are highly engaged in advancing their recruiting skills and businesses. Many fans praise the show for delivering “actionable insights…deep, honest discussions” that have “genuinely shaped how [they] think about recruiting and business”. The podcast’s focused niche and quality content mean sponsors get access to an attentive, targeted community rather than a general audience.

Notable Guests & Content Highlights

One of the podcast’s strengths is the caliber of guests who share their expertise. The Elite Recruiter Podcast features top-performing recruiters, industry thought leaders, and niche experts, all offering valuable perspectives. Notable guests have included:

• Brianna Rooney – “The Millionaire Recruiter”: A self-made millionaire recruiter and CEO, who revealed the mindset and strategies she used to break seven-figure income barriers. Her episode is packed with insights on scaling a recruiting business and debunking myths around success in this field.

• Steve Finkel – Industry Veteran & Author: A renowned recruitment industry legend with decades of experience, who shared advanced recruiting techniques and how to build long-term client relationships. This in-depth conversation with Steve provided a “goldmine” of master-level recruiting advice for listeners.

• Joel Lalgee – Recruiting Influencer: A leading voice on LinkedIn (200k+ followers) and recruiting content creator, Joel discussed the power of authentic personal branding for recruiters and how to stand out in a crowded market. Sponsors benefit from Joel’s episode underscoring the podcast’s influence among the online recruiting community.

• Gary Stauble – Top Biller Coach: A coach to seven-figure billers, Gary unpacked the habits and daily practices of high-performing recruiters who consistently bill at the top of the industry. His insights into productivity and mindset resonated strongly with the audience seeking peak performance.

• Tom Kosnik – Recruitment Industry Consultant: A veteran advisor who shared the journey of scaling a recruiting business from $1M to $25M, outlining key leadership and financial strategies for sustainable growth. This #1 most-downloaded episode of 2024 gave listeners a big-picture playbook for long-term success in the staffing industry.

Each episode is crafted to deliver practical value – whether it’s cutting-edge topics like AI in recruiting, entrepreneurship stories (e.g. building a $100M firm from scratch), or niche topics like recruiting as a digital nomad. The content keeps the audience educated on emerging trends (such as AI tools, sourcing hacks, diversity & inclusion, etc.) while also inspiring them with real success stories. The consistent quality and relevance of these discussions help ensure listeners stay tuned and trust the show’s recommendations.

Why Sponsor The Elite Recruiter Podcast?

Partnering with The Elite Recruiter Podcast offers sponsors a unique opportunity to reach an engaged, professional audience in the talent acquisition and recruiting space. Here’s why a sponsorship delivers value:

• Highly Targeted Niche: Reach recruiting agency owners, headhunters, corporate talent leaders, and HR tech-savvy professionals. These listeners are decision-makers and influencers in their organizations, actively seeking tools, services, and solutions to give them an edge in hiring. Your message will speak directly to a concentrated niche that aligns with recruiting and HR-related products (no waste on a broad, unrelated audience).

• Established Credibility: The Elite Recruiter Podcast is a well-respected platform in the industry – called “the number one podcast for recruiting professionals” and known as a community “powerhouse” for recruiters with its hundreds of thousands of downloads. Listeners trust Benjamin Mena and his content; a sponsor’s association with the show lends instant credibility and positive brand alignment.

• Engaged & Loyal Listeners: The podcast’s followers are loyal and tune in regularly (weekly episodes). Reviews consistently highlight the value and impact of the show, with listeners calling it “a must-listen… lots of value” and praising the host’s ability to extract useful information from guests. This means sponsor messages aren’t falling on deaf ears – the audience is attentive and appreciative of quality content (and by extension, relevant sponsor offerings).

• Proven Content Quality: With over 240 episodes of high-quality content and top-tier guests, the show maintains professional production standards and engaging storytelling. Sponsors can be confident their message will be delivered within a well-produced, content-rich environment that reflects well on their brand. The show’s organic growth (without heavy advertising spend or award publicity) demonstrates genuine audience interest and trust.

• Multi-Platform Exposure: In addition to audio listeners, The Elite Recruiter Podcast has a presence on platforms like YouTube, LinkedIn, and a dedicated website/blog. Benjamin also organizes virtual summits that has had over 6,000 recruiters attend within the last 12 months, and has a growing email list and social media community. Sponsors can potentially benefit from cross-promotion – e.g. shout-outs in the newsletter, LinkedIn posts (to 27k+ followers), or inclusion in event materials – extending the reach of your sponsorship beyond just the audio episodes.

• Flexible Sponsorship Options: Whether you’re looking for a branded segment, pre-roll/post-roll ad mentions, episode sponsorship, or exclusive series sponsorship, we can tailor a package that meets your marketing goals. The podcast’s team is open to creative integrations – from discussing how your solution addresses recruiters’ pain points within an interview, to offering listeners special discount codes. We want sponsorship to be a win-win, delivering ROI for our partners and value for our listeners.

Contact & Next Steps

Ready to showcase your brand to a captive audience of recruiting professionals? We’d love to collaborate with sponsors who bring value to our community. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities and pricing, please reach out to Benjamin Mena directly:

• Email: benjamin@selectsourcesolutions.com

• LinkedIn: Benjamin Mena on LinkedIn – Connect or send a message to start the conversation.

We look forward to partnering with you and helping your brand connect with the elite recruiters who tune in to The Elite Recruiter Podcast every week. Thank you for considering us as part of your marketing strategy!