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Featured Background Screening Experts

In today's complex hiring landscape, comprehensive background screening has become an essential tool for risk mitigation and informed decision-making. Featured.com's expert directory showcases top background check specialists, employment verification professionals, and compliance experts who are at the forefront of this critical field. Our curated roster includes industry leaders regularly quoted in major publications, offering insights on everything from criminal record searches to international screening practices. For publishers and journalists, this directory provides quick access to authoritative sources for articles on hiring best practices, legal compliance, and emerging trends in background checks. Simultaneously, it offers screening professionals a platform to amplify their expertise and connect with media opportunities. Whether you're seeking expert commentary or looking to share your knowledge, our directory streamlines the process of finding and engaging with trusted voices in background screening. Explore our expert profiles to discover the perfect match for your next article, interview, or consultancy needs.

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Linda Scorzo

CEO at Hiring Indicators

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With over 18 years of experience in finance, entrepreneurship, and customer success, I am passionate about unleashing human potential and creating value for organizations and individuals. As the CEO of Reveal by Hiring Indicators, I lead a team of experts in developing and delivering a best-in-category app that helps employers and candidates find the best fit for their needs and goals. I believe in building trust, service, and success with every interaction, and bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to the table.Prior to Reveal, I co-founded and co-own Andreoli Italian Grocer, a renowned restaurant and market that offers authentic and delicious Italian cuisine and products. I oversee the financial and operational aspects of the business, ensuring quality, efficiency, and profitability. I also manage the accounting and economic functions of Carr Assessments, a leading provider of psychological assessments that assist organizations in realizing their human potential. I am skilled in customer success, strategic hiring, entrepreneurship, and finance.

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Charm Paz, CHRP

Talent Acquisition Head at GCheck

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Charm is a passionate researcher and graduate student pursuing a Master of Arts in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at De La Salle University – Dasmariñas. With a strong academic foundation and a deep interest in workplace mental health, organizational behavior, and employee well-being, she actively engages in scholarly work that bridges theory and practice.Charm was a part-time instructor at De La Salle University, where she shared her expertise in psychology. She is also a technical writer for GCheck, specializing in content that supports clear, practical communication across various industries. As a talent and business growth ninja and seasoned HR practitioner, she brings a dynamic blend of strategy, people development, and operational excellence to her roles.Her work reflects a commitment to meaningful impact—whether in the classroom, in organizations, or through research that contributes to the evolving world of work.

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Ishdeep Narang, MD

Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist | Founder at ACES Psychiatry, Orlando, Florida

Orlando, FL, USA
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Dr. Ishdeep Narang is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. He is the founder of ACES Psychiatry in Orlando, FL, where he provides expert, empathetic care. Dr. Narang earned his medical degree from Government Medical College, Amritsar, India. He completed his Psychiatry Residency at Case Western Reserve University / MetroHealth in Cleveland, Ohio. Following residency, he pursued advanced specialization through a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Elmhurst, NY, where he also served as Chief Fellow. He is board-certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). He holds an active medical license in Florida and New York and is ECFMG certified. He is dedicated to mental health advocacy and public education, actively creating online resources and combating stigma.

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Robert Kaskel

Chief People Officer at Checkr

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20 years of professional experience in the change management, organization development, HR generalist, and data analytics fields - as an external consultant and an internal practitioner.

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Denise Hemke

Chief Product Officer at Checkr

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Leading the Analytics organization at Workday. Includes a portfolio of products that range from entitled reporting and analytics capabilities to add-on products, such as Prism Analytics, People Analytics, and the engine for Accounting Center.

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Hirely Martinez

License Clinical Social Worker at Advantage TMS

Adolescents
Apple Software
Behavioral Health
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Experienced Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital & health care industry. Skilled in Microsoft Word, Suicide Assessment, Training, Apple Software, and Working with Adolescents. Strong healthcare services professional with a Master's Degree focused in Social Work from University of Southern California.

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Elena Shturman

Corporate Compliance Expert

San Francisco Bay, CA
Compliance Communications & Storytelling
Compliance Program Development for Startups
Compliance Training
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I’m a lifesciences compliance strategist with a passion for building real-world, right-sized programs in fast-moving environments. With deep experience in pharma and medtech, I specialize in translating regulatory complexity into practical, actionable frameworks. I’ve spent 7+ years navigating the gray areas of compliance—from training physicians on industry expectations to building startup programs from the ground up. I believe compliance should be ethical, functional, and human-centered—and that culture is built through clarity, storytelling, and respect, not fear. Outside of policy and audits, I speak regularly on startup compliance and love turning “boring” topics into memorable moments. I'm here to connect, create, and contribute.

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Steven Lowell

Sr. Reverse Recruiter & Career Coach at Find My Profession

New York, NY, USA
Career Advice
Career Coach
Career Counseling
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My name is Steven Lowell, a Reverse Recruiter and Career Coach with Find My Profession. I am in my 50's, happily married, deal with Epilepsy, and managed to find jobs in 6 industries across 4 continents, as well as traveled the United States by bus to learn more about the people in the United States. I have been on this search to discover why I exist and the true meaning of success. I am a student of life. I know more than meets the eye. I am that guy in New York City, who always gets stopped by tourists to ask for directions, but you can also drop me in any country in the world and I will look like a local. I always help others. I was born and raised a NYC-native. I love people, diversity, honesty, loyalty, and learning. I am in an interracial marriage to my wife, Wendy, since 2007. And know everything about traveling, pizza, all things technology, writing, blogging, talent sourcing, resume writing, job searching, job boards, community management, customer service, hockey, golf, teaching, and talking to people from around the world. I am not your typical, rule-following person. My career has involved thinking outside the box, traveling, getting startups off the ground, and never turning down a really good challenge. Favorite Quote: "Things get better for everybody when they get better for everybody." -Eleanor Roosevelt

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Tzvi Heber

CEO & Counselor at Ascendant New York

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I entered the field of recovery as a drug and alcohol counselor, driven by a deep understanding of the importance of treatment and a newfound sense of purpose. This calling led me to make a career change that I approach with immense gratitude. Over time, I transitioned into the role of Director at Serenity Services, and I now serve as the CEO of Ascendant NY. My journey, shaped by both personal and professional experiences, fuels my commitment to providing treatment with humility, compassion, and dignity. As a leader, I work closely with my team to evolve the traditional culture of detox facilities, striving to fill the gaps where treatment often falls short. I’m dedicated to creating individualized, client-centered care, ensuring that every person who walks through our doors feels seen, valued, and supported.

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Brian Chasin

CFO & co-founder at SOBA New Jersey at SOBA New Jersey

Behavioral Health and Real Estate Finance Expert
Chief Financial Officer at Soba New Jersey
Co-Founder of a Luxury Detox Center with a Holistic Approach to Behavioral Health Programs
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I'm the Chief Financial Officer of Soba New Jersey, where I manage key areas of the business, including sourcing, market and site feasibility, financial analysis, deal structuring, negotiations, equity raising, investor relations, licensing, rezoning, and collaborating with architects on new construction and renovations. I’ve led complex real estate transactions in prime markets like New York, New Jersey, and South Carolina, with successful projects such as the Coastal Carolina University student housing development, a 60,000 SF industrial warehouse in Wayne, NJ, and multiple community facility daycare leases in NYC. Additionally, I co-launched Soba New Jersey, a luxury detox center dedicated to providing individualized, holistic inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs. My career has centered on identifying high-growth opportunities, particularly for businesses in transitional phases like M&As and IPOs, and my leadership has been instrumental in Soba New Jersey’s growth and success.

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Lester Rosen

Attorney and Founder at Employment SCreening Resources

Applicant Tracking Systems
Arbitration
Background Checks
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Robert Morel

CEO at Genbounty

London, UK
AI compliance
AI/ML
AI safety
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Founder & CEO of Genbounty - AI safety & compliance testing. Genbounty is a an AI safety testing hub and provider of EU AI Act compliance and certification. About me AppSec SME, AI Engineer, Developer | BSc, MBA, PRINCE2, CompTIA+, CISSP

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Linda Shaffer

Chief People Operations Officer at Checkr

Analytics
Big Data
Business Process Improvement
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COO and Chief People Officer with deep experience in building and scaling business and all the myriad challenges that come with high growth: identifying the right talent for different stages of growth, nurturing a mission-driven company, and driving strong core values and culture. I am a “fly high, fly low” leader who loves to drive strategic vision for the company and can also get my hands dirty with a good headcount model. Specialties: General management, human resources, product management, product commercialization, background checks, hrtech, financial management, strategic planning, operations, mobile, telecommunications, analytics, operational improvement, outsourcing, business process improvement, education, non-profit, communications, storytelling

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Garrett Diamantides

Partner - Southeast Detox, Southeast Addiction Center & Southeast Addiction Center Nashville Director of Medical Billing at Remedial Pro at Southeast Detox Georgia

Addiction Recovery
Behavioral Health
Client-Centered Care in Addiction Treatment
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Garrett Diamantides is a dedicated substance abuse and mental health business owner with over a decade of experience in the industry. Growing up on the North Shore of Massachusetts, he has been passionate about supporting others on their recovery journeys since achieving his own in 2006. Garrett combines personal experience with professional expertise to create impactful programs that foster healing and resilience in the community. Committed to advocacy and education, he strives to break the stigma surrounding mental health and substance use disorders.

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Cloe Guidry

Founder & CEO at hireground.io

Atlanta, GA, USA
B2B SaaS
B2B Sales
Business Strategy
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Cloe Guidry-Reed is a risk management expert, tech entrepreneur, and founder of OneCredential and Hire Ground—two award-winning platforms transforming third-party risk, compliance, and supplier inclusion through innovative RegTech solutions. With over 16 years of experience advising Fortune 500 clients on operational risk and governance, Cloe specializes in digital trust infrastructure, procurement innovation, and strategic partnerships that bridge equity and compliance. She’s led go-to-market strategy, product innovation, and AI integrations across industries like utilities, financial services, healthcare, and supply chain. Her work has been recognized by Forbes, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Black Ambition, the National Business League, and numerous corporate diversity and innovation programs.

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Penny Sommerfeld

Director at RecruitBlock

London, UK
Blockchain
Crypto
DeFi
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With over 20 years in international recruitment, I specialise in Crypto, Blockchain, and Web3 technologies. I've established and led businesses, building tech and non-tech teams from the ground up. My multilingual skills have connected top talent with companies across the UK, Europe, Israel, China, and the US. As Director at RecruitBlock, I've built high-performing teams for startups and scale-ups in emerging tech. Under my leadership, RecruitBlock was recognised as a Top Leading Company to Watch in 2024 by Biz Tech Outlook. In 2024, we received the FinTech Award for Crypto & Blockchain Recruitment Service of the Year in the UK, highlighting our commitment to tailored recruitment solutions. Our collaborations include partnerships with Gate.io, a global cryptocurrency exchange, and Pudgy Penguins, a prominent NFT collection. I'm passionate about inclusive talent acquisition and the benefits of AI and technology. I actively foster inclusive environments and have spoken at international events on talent acquisition strategies. My certifications, including MCIPD and PPA-certified psychometric assessor, reflect my commitment to high recruitment standards. I also organise Crypto Meetups in Gibraltar, promoting networking within the blockchain community. Additionally, I write a blog on recruitment within the Crypto, Blockchain, and Web3 sectors, covering talent acquisition strategies, organisational culture, salary trends, and data analytics.

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Jacqueline Belanger

Clinical Psychologist at Fieldstone Mental Health

Wooster, OH, USA
mental health
psychology
PTSD
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I am a Licensed Psychologist who has been honing my clinical skills for over 20 years — connecting with others, making them comfortable, listening deeply, and hearing what people say and don't say. My greatest fulfillment comes from those moments when genuine human connection enables healing. When COVID layoffs included my university counseling position, I ended up in the world of VA disability exams. It was a stop-gap job. And I dreaded it. The training, emphasizing policies and protocols over the humans we were serving, felt antithetical to everything I valued about psychology. But the moment I sat across from my first veteran, the policies and protocols faded into background noise, and what emerged was crystal clear: these are humans deserving of dignity, understanding, and accurate assessments. By the end of my first week, I was both heartbroken and enraged by what I witnessed—bias, ignorance, and a communication gap that was failing the very people we're meant to serve. Here's what I've learned: Veterans often carry wounds they can't name or don't recognize. They've been conditioned to "suck it up," taught that struggling means weakness. When they finally seek help and face an examiner who invalidates their experience or questions their credibility, it's not just disappointing—it's retraumatizing. But it doesn't have to be this way. I believe VA disability evaluations should honor President Lincoln's promise to care for those who served. Yes, these assessments must be objective and unbiased. But skilled psychologists can be both clinically rigorous AND empathetic. We can conduct forensic examinations that are also therapeutic encounters—opportunities for veterans to be heard, educated about their symptoms, validated in their experiences, and ultimately receive the accurate ratings they deserve. This is where I find myself now: pioneering a different approach in this field, driven by a clinical mindset that sees both what is and what could be. Every day, I use my rapport-building skills and clinical knowledge not just to ensure accurate assessments, but to help veterans feel seen and understood, often for the first time. I'm not just making a difference with individual veterans—I'm working to set a new standard. Because this should be the standard. We have the power to change the trajectory of how we serve those who served us.

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Mary Southern

Founder at Resume Assassin

Austin, TX, USA
Career Coaching
Interviewing
Job Searching
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Mary Southern is a Resume Writing & Career Branding Expert with 12+ years of experience helping thousands of professionals break into top-tier companies like Google, Amazon, Tesla, IBM, Oracle, Salesforce, NASA, SpaceX, Apple, Microsoft, Pfizer, and more. As the founder of Resume Assassin, she combines deep recruiting insight with modern resume writing and branding strategies to position clients for high-impact career moves. Mary is also the creator of Resume Sidekick, a cutting-edge AI career tool suite featuring a resume builder, 1-click resume generator, cover letter builder, interview prep coach, elevator pitch tool, job analyzer, and more—designed to simplify and accelerate every stage of the job search. She is a leading voice in LinkedIn thought leadership content, known for actionable, no-fluff advice that empowers career changers, job seekers, and professionals looking to level up. Mary also hosts the podcast Resume Assassin Presents: Recruiting Insider, where she brings behind-the-scenes insights from LinkedIn thought leaders, business owners, and recruiters.

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Curtis Strite

CTO at Curtis Strite Consulting

St. Louis, MO, USA
Multi Domain Networks
Product Lead Growth
Search Engine Optimization
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Curtis Strite is a seasoned technology advisor and SEO consultant with over 25 years of experience building and scaling some of the internet’s most recognizable properties. As a product leader and growth advisor, Curtis has helped transform legacy platforms like Answers.com and CliffsNotes.com into modern, education and content destinations. He specializes in multi-domain ecosystems, internal linking architecture, and structured data optimization — driving exponential traffic growth and improved search performance across hundreds of niche sites. Currently, Curtis leads multiple entrepreneurial ventures under the Strite Ventures umbrella, including local food brands (The Brunch Box), SEO-driven directories, and expert-sourced media projects. He recently spearheaded the launch of Featured.com’s Expert Directories and HARO Journalist Profiles, resulting in traffic multiples overnight. Curtis is passionate about helping companies embrace AI, move faster, and execute with clarity. Whether you’re rebuilding a legacy brand or launching a bold new network, he brings a rare mix of technical depth, creative strategy, and operational insight.

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Trevor Ewen

COO at QBench

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Chief Operating Officer at QBench, a modern Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) powering high-growth labs with automation, data integrity, and operational efficiency. I lead business operations across finance, accounting, compliance, and internal systems — with a focus on building scalable processes that empower teams and drive clarity across the organization.My leadership style blends systems thinking with a bias toward action. I’m quick to implement SOPs, reporting infrastructure, and automations that reduce friction, align teams, and support long-term growth. At QBench, this has meant turning internal operations into a strategic advantage.Prior to QBench, I spent over a decade building and leading software teams across industries including clean energy, media, insurance, and finance. That experience continues to inform how I manage our engineering team and evaluate opportunities for operational leverage through technology.MBA from London Business School and Columbia Business School via the joint, global program.

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What types of background screening experts can I find on Featured.com?

Featured.com offers access to a diverse range of background screening experts, including employment screening specialists, criminal record analysts, education verification professionals, and compliance officers. These experts have in-depth knowledge of industry standards, legal requirements, and best practices in conducting thorough background checks across various sectors.

How can background screening experts benefit from joining Featured.com?

By joining Featured.com, background screening experts can expand their professional visibility and showcase their expertise to top publishers. This platform provides opportunities to contribute insights to high-profile articles, potentially leading to increased credibility, networking possibilities, and business growth in the background screening industry.

What kind of background screening topics do publishers typically seek expert input on?

Publishers often seek expert input on a wide range of background screening topics, such as emerging trends in pre-employment screening, the impact of new regulations on background check processes, best practices for international background verifications, and the role of technology in enhancing screening accuracy and efficiency.

How does Featured.com facilitate connections between publishers and background screening experts?

Featured.com streamlines the process of connecting publishers with background screening experts through its user-friendly platform. Publishers can browse expert profiles, view areas of specialization, and reach out to relevant experts for quotes or insights. Experts, in turn, can showcase their credentials and respond to inquiries, fostering valuable collaborations in the background screening field.

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