by Kevin Bachman and IQubed Advisors
On this episode of Background Check Radio, Kevin Bachman is joined by fellow IQubed Advisors' colleagues Nick Fishman, Bianca Lager and Jason Morris. We discussed the state of the industry, our concern about limited new product innovation, the growing gap between large and small CRAs, and how the guidance withdraws from the CFPB will affect screeners and employers.
Kevin Bachman is joined by his IQubed Advisors colleagues Jason Morris and Bianca Lager to recap the 2025 Mid Year PBSA Conference. We discussed the educational opportunities (too few) the exhibit hall hours (too much) and how businesses that don't go are affected (negatively).
The landscape of I-9 compliance is evolving, and with increased audits and policy shifts stemming from the Trump era, businesses must adapt to stay compliant. IQubed Advisors' Kevin Bachman, Jason Morris and Bianca Lager are joined by Marc Villella of Gryphon HR for an insightful discussion on how automation and remote verification are transforming the I-9 process—helping organizations streamline workflows, reduce risk, and save valuable time and costs.
Kevin Bachman is joined by Jason Morris, Bianca Lager, and new IQubed Advisors colleague Andy Hellman to discuss their predictions for the coming year. Will this finally be the year hiring contracts? Will the CFPB get DOGE'd? New M&A Activity? They'll break down what looks to be a turbulent year ahead. (Audio clears up at the 8 minute mark)
On this episode of Background Check Radio, Kevin Bachman and Jason Morris of IQubed Advisors is joined by Scott Paler, a shareholder at Dewitt, to discuss the Trump Administration's plan for the CFPB and it's impact on background screening. We break down what will (and what will not) change as a result of the de-emphasis on consumer protections.
On this episode of Background Check Radio, Kevin Bachman and Jason Morris of IQubed Advisors recap the year that was. First Advantage and Sterling. New entrants, new products and new markets. The recession that wasn't. Layoffs (more are on the way). And everything in between.
On this episode of Background Check Radio, Kevin Bachman is joined by Jason Morris, Bianca Lager and Vince Brodt to discuss how employees can survive and thrive in a post M&A world. Increased technology, automation and private equity funding in our space will reduce the number of employees over time. We discuss how you can create your own brand, strengthen your relationships, and seize upon opportunities to make sure you have a seat once the music slows down...
On this episode of Background Check Radio, Kevin Bachman, Jason Morris and Bianca Lager of IQubed Advisors discuss First Advantage's acquisition of Sterling. What it does (and does not) mean for the industry, the solid Day 1 messaging from both companies, and why employees of both Sterling and First Advantage should rightfully be concerned about job cuts in the future.
On this episode of Background Check Radio, Kevin Bachman, Jason Morris, and Bianca Lager of IQubed Advisors discuss the marketing efforts in the background check industry that drive us bonkers. From "We're a leading CRA!!!" to "Happy Columbus Day!" political statements, and potluck pictures, you'll have fun listening to us lose our minds on the marketing "strategies" we're seeing these days.
On this episode of Background Check Radio, Kevin Bachman and Jason Morris of IQubed Advisors tackle several topics in the Screening Industry and ultimately decide "Fact or Fiction!" They talk through AI as a screening tool, whether third party fees are killing employment verifications as a product, is TAT all it's cracked up to be, and if the constant chatter about an economic slowdown will come to fruition.