First Advantage CHRO Brings Leadership Insights to SHRM Talent Conference & Expo 2024
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by mariahmellor
4d ago
When it comes to identifying and developing leaders, there is a big difference between chronic malcontents – those who complain, blame and slack off – and headstrong troublemakers – those who get the job done by rocking the boat and breaking the rules. During the SHRM Talent Conference, Michael Pilnick, CHRO of First Advantage, will explain how to make this crucial distinction and determine who has leadership potential. In his session, “Troublemakers Can Be a Source of Hidden Leaders,” Pilnick will show how smart organizations have adopted a new concept of leadership that unites naturally orie ..read more
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On The Road: Where We’ll Be This Spring
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by Ethan Smith
4d ago
The First Advantage team is pleased to take part in several events this spring. If you’re planning to attend one of the following events, stop by and see us. We’d love to hear about your challenges in employment screening compliance and see how we can help your organization Hire Smarter and Onboard Faster. Retail HR Retail 2024 April 2-4, Los Angeles, CA Booth # 104 With major disruption and changing workforce needs, retail is heading into the next decade with a lot yet to be figured out. Through sessions on innovating talent attraction, embracing digitization, and refocusing on workplac ..read more
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On The Road: Where We’ll Be This Spring
First Advantage
by Ethan Smith
1w ago
The First Advantage team is pleased to take part in several events this spring. If you’re planning to attend one of the following events, stop by and see us. We’d love to hear about your challenges in employment screening compliance and see how we can help your organization Hire Smarter and Onboard Faster. Retail HR Retail 2024 April 2-4, Los Angeles, CA Booth # 104 With major disruption and changing workforce needs, retail is heading into the next decade with a lot yet to be figured out. Through sessions on innovating talent attraction, embracing digitization, and refocusing on workplac ..read more
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Next Gen RightID™ Helps Mitigate Potential Identity Fraud and Unintentional Errors Ahead of the Background Screening Process
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by leviperkins
1w ago
In 2022, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) warned of an increase in complaints reporting the use of deepfakes and stolen Personally Identifiable Information (PII) to apply for a variety of remote work and work-at-home roles. In these scenarios, someone can apply for a role acting one way and show up for work in a totally different capacity, which can leave hiring managers and HR teams in a precarious position. In response to this as well as other uses, First Advantage is introducing its next-generation RightID product, which responsibly harnesses the power of generative artificial ..read more
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First Advantage Introduces Next-Gen RightID™ to Detect Job Applicant Fraud in Pre-Hire Process
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by mariahmellor
2w ago
Multi-Layered Approach Designed to Flag Inconsistencies and Deep-Fake Efforts Delivers a Consistent, Secure Solution to Growing Problem First Advantage Corporation (NASDAQ: FA), a leading provider of employment background screening, identity, and verification solutions, today announced the availability of its next-gen RightID identity fraud solution for U.S. employers, building on the success seen in expanding its digital identity solutions internationally in countries such as the U.K., India, Australia, and Canada. Designed to flag inconsistencies in a job applicant’s identity, RightID levera ..read more
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Bringing Black History Month to the Forefront of First Advantage’s Culture
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by mariahmellor
3w ago
Highlighting and celebrating Black culture year-round is a goal at First Advantage. Since the inception of the African, Black, and Caribbean (AB&C) Employee Resource Group (ERG) a few years ago, the company has demonstrated a commitment to uplifting Black employee voices. Every February, however, there is a special emphasis on celebrating the community due to the annual observance of Black History Month. Tanya Johnson, Sr. Business Analyst, serves as a Co-Chair for the AB&C ERG and emphasized the importance of remaining active during the yearly observance month.   “It’s important ..read more
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First Advantage to Acquire Sterling Check Corp. for $2.2 Billion in Cash and Stock
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by mariahmellor
3w ago
Extends First Advantage’s high-quality and cost-effective background screening, identity, and verification technology solutions for the benefit of both companies’ customers across industry verticals and geographies Enables increased investment in Artificial Intelligence and next-generation Digital Identification technologies for enhanced customer and applicant experience Drives attractive total shareholder return outlook, including at least $50 million of synergies, implying expected double-digit Adjusted EPS accretion immediately on a run-rate synergy basis and accelerated earnings growt ..read more
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Form I-9 Refresh: What You Need to Know Now
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by mariahmellor
1M ago
Per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the latest changes to the Form I-9 for Employment Eligibility Verification went into effect on August 1, 2023, ending the COVID-19 Remote Inspection Policy. As a result, employers with “remote hires” are no longer able to review identity and work authorization documents in a virtual fashion, having to perform physical examinations for those individuals hired on or after March 20, 2020. The update also included an alternative procedure for reviewing documentation if it met certain requirements. However, in order to qualify, the employer must have ..read more
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Navigating the Road Ahead: Tackling the Driver Shortage in the Transportation Industry 
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by mariahmellor
1M ago
Photo credit: iStock The United States is currently grappling with a severe shortage of truck drivers, with the American Trucking Association (ATA) estimating a deficit of over 60,000 drivers as of 2023. This alarming trend, compounded by factors like an aging workforce and high turnover rates, highlights the urgent need for skilled drivers in the transportation sector.  Drivers are the backbone of transportation companies, responsible for the timely and secure delivery of goods and services essential to communities nationwide. However, the shortage of drivers has reverberating effects th ..read more
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First Advantage Teams Up with Nurse Recruitment Experts to Help Healthcare Organizations Hire Nurses Quickly and Confidently
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by mariahmellor
2M ago
Healthcare organizations globally continue to face a critical nurse shortage, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting that employment of registered nurses will grow 6 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than average for all occupations. With about 193,100 openings expected on average per year, almost every healthcare organization is looking for ways to streamline hiring processes without compromising on quality. To help healthcare organizations achieve hiring goals, First Advantage is teaming up with Nurse Recruitment Experts, an innovative direct hire partner for healthcare. Nurse Recrui ..read more
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