Our 2025 Media

Gail Zelitzky and Catherine Marienau speak with Lynn about her passion for storytelling on their Women Over 70 podcast.

Curiosity drives Lynn. Travel energizes her. Wherever she goes, Lynn becomes a bridge — sharing stories people-to-people, culture-to-culture.  She channels her love of storytelling into every interaction. 

One of the job seeker’s biggest hurdles is standing out on applications. Matt Cornelison welcomed Lynn Hazan, a “relationship recruiter” who has spent her career helping her clients best represent themselves. She is a firm believer that it’s not about how often you apply, but where that is going to lead you to your dream role. In this episode, Lynn shares her experience in matchmaking applicants to employers and how both sides should be spending their time. Tune in for advice from a seasoned pro!

In Rafer’s latest interview, he sits down with Lynn Hazan — “The Relationship Recruiter” — to talk about what really gets you hired.

Lynn reveals why storytelling is the secret weapon in any job interview — and how your ability to connect through personal, authentic stories can set you apart from the competition.

She also shares why relying too heavily on AI for your resume could backfire, making it harder for you to stand out in a sea of sameness.

If you’re job hunting, interviewing, or looking to make your next big career move, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

What is a “Story Slam”? Well, it’s the most fun you’ll have either on stage or in the audience. It’s a night of live storytelling. 6-8 storytellers tell a 5-minute true story on a theme. The theme is… WILD CARD, meaning NO THEME! The topic is open!

Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Location: Wilmette Theatre, 1122 Central Ave, Wilmette

November 30 marks the annual commemoration of Yom Haplitim, a day dedicated to remembering the forced exile of Jews from Arab lands. In this special interview, we sit down with Lynn Hazan, an award-winning recruiter, professional storyteller, and daughter of Jewish immigrants from Egypt and Syria, to explore her family’s incredible journey of survival, resilience, and heritage.

Lynn shares personal stories about her parents’ lives in Egypt and Syria before their emigration, the challenges they faced as Middle Eastern Jews, and how they rebuilt their lives in Canada. We also delve into Lynn’s passion for storytelling, her mission to preserve and share the her mission to preserve and share Oriental Jews traditions, and the cultural legacy she continues to uphold through her work.

January marks a momentous occasion as we celebrate 25 incredible years of Lynn Hazan & Associates and 40 years of exceptional recruiting led by Lynn herself. Falguni Shah has proudly been a trusted partner, providing exceptional support to LH&A clients and candidates for the past 7 years.

We look forward to 2025 with excitement as we embark on a new chapter of growth and promise.