Recruiters usually conduct initial phone screens to qualify candidates, while hiring managers handle the main interviews (most commonly, face-to-face interviews.) But, there are benefits in asking others to participate during the interview phases. Consider including: Team members. Involving team members on interview panels has a double benefit: they evaluate candidates for culture fit, while candidates get the chance to decide whether they would enjoy working with them. Also, including your team shows candidates that your company values collaboration. Senior executives. Arrange for a final interview, where the best candidates meet a senior executive. This executive may reinforce a hiring manager’s decision to hire someone, help sell the company to a stellar candidate or spot a red flag at the last minute.