25 Years after Workplace Shooting in the Sky: Lessons Learned about Workplace Violence since PSA Flight 1771 Disaster – Webinar on Thursday 12/13
December 11, 2012 by Kevin Connell
Filed under Blog, Press Releases
25 Years ago on December 7, 1987 one of the most shocking Workplace Violence disasters happened in California when recently terminated employee David Burke killed his former boss with a 44 magnum at 22,000 feet aboard PSA Flight 1771. Burke also shot to death the pilots and flight attendant before pushing the flight control column forward causing the aircraft to nose dive down killing all 43 people on board.
Human Resource Managers, Security professionals and Business leaders are invited to a Workplace Violence webinar this Thursday December 13 at 2:00 pm EST; Workplace Violence Prevention: The 7 New Truths offers employers, HR, Security and Airline industry professionals the opportunity to learn from and ask questions of two experts who have worked on the prevention of workplace violence for decades.
Individuals can register for this free webinar at: http://www.accuscreen.com/webinars
Hosted by AccuScreen.com, an industry pioneer, leader and expert in employment background screening, the webinar will feature CEO Kevin Connell and Barry Nixon, the executive director of the National Institute for Prevention of Workplace Violence, Inc., a company focused on assisting organizations to effectively implement programs to prevent workplace violence. Connell, also an expert on the subject of workplace violence and on background checks, promises a content-packed discussion.
The webinar will address the issue of workplace violence, the warning signs to look out for, and why no company no matter how large or small is immune. The experts will not only speak about prevention, but they will cover best practices should a crisis occur.
Adds CEO Connell of AccuScreen.com, “We will highlight the key areas of Workplace Violence Preparedness, with an emphasis placed on prevention, including what we see in today’s business climate that should cause concern, we will look back 25 years to some of the lessons learned from PSA Flight 1771 up to present day with the more recent Workplace Violence shooting at a chicken plant last month in Fresno.”
Areas that will be covered in the workplace violence webinar:
• Key warning signs to watch out for
• How workplace violence has changed over the past 25 years
• Resources and tools to minimize the risk of having an incident in the first place
• Today’s best practices
Connell and Nixon will reserve time on the webinar for questions. They encourage participants to bring questions that they may have about workplace violence.
About AccuScreen.com and Kevin Connell:
Since 1994, AccuScreen.com has been an industry pioneer and global leader in employment background screening, specializing in criminal background checks. Its reports are delivered globally to companies across the world. CEO Kevin Connell founded the company with a burning desire that companies hire the right people from the start, resulting in greater cost control and better safety in the workplace. Mr. Connell served as a Founding Director of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS), and he is a frequent Radio and Television Guest, appearing on ABC and Fox News.
About Barry Nixon
W. Barry Nixon is the Executive Director of the National Institute for Prevention of Workplace Violence, Inc., a company focused on assisting organizations to effectively implement programs to prevent workplace violence. (http://www.WorkplaceViolence911.com ) Having spent over twenty years in Human Resources and Organization Development in Fortune 500 companies. Mr. Nixon is well grounded in the real issues companies face and develops practical solutions based on having been there. Mr. Nixon is a frequently requested speaker both in the US and abroad.
Killing in Fresno Workplace. Were the Chicken Plant Shootings Preventable? Learn the answer and more on a Webinar on Workplace Violence on November 29th @ 2:00 pm EST
November 13, 2012 by Kevin Connell
Filed under Blog, Press Releases
Online background check firm AccuScreen.com will host a complimentary webinar November 29, 2012 at 2:00 pm Eastern with Workplace Violence Experts Kevin Connell and W. Barry Nixon.
In the wake of the recent Poultry Plant shooting and tragic loss of life in Fresno, CA on November 6, 2012, many Human Resource Managers, Security professionals and Business leaders are taking a closer look at their policies and procedures that address workplace violence. A new webinar, “Workplace Violence Prevention: The 7 New Truths” offers employers, HR and Security professionals the opportunity to learn from and ask questions of two experts who have worked on the prevention of workplace violence for decades. The webinar will take place on Tuesday November 29 at 2:00 pm EASTERN (11:00 am Pacific).
Individuals can register for this free webinar at: http://www.accuscreen.com/webinars
Hosted by AccuScreen.com, an industry pioneer, leader and expert in employment background screening, the webinar will feature CEO Kevin Connell and Barry Nixon, the executive director of the National Institute for Prevention of Workplace Violence, Inc., a company focused on assisting organizations to effectively implement programs to prevent workplace violence. Connell, also an expert on the subject of workplace violence and on background checks, promises a content-packed discussion.
The webinar will address the issue of workplace violence, the warning signs to look out for, and why no company no matter how large or small is immune. Most importantly, Connell and Nixon will speak about ways to prevent workplace violence from happening in the first place.
Adds CEO Connell of AccuScreen.com, “We will cover three key areas, what we see in today’s business climate that should cause concern, look what just happened last week in the Fresno, CA Workplace Shooting (11/6/12), the key warning signs to watch out for, and third, we will provide the best solutions, resources and tools to minimize the risk of ever having an incident in the first place.”
Connell and Nixon will reserve time on the webinar for questions. They encourage participants to bring questions that they may have about workplace violence.
About AccuScreen.com and Kevin Connell:
Since 1994, AccuScreen.com (http://www.accuscreen.com ) has been an industry pioneer and global leader in employment background screening, specializing in criminal background checks. Its reports are delivered globally to companies across the world. CEO Kevin Connell founded the company with a burning desire that companies hire the right people from the start, resulting in greater cost control and better safety in the workplace. Mr. Connell served as a Founding Director of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS), and he is a frequent Radio and Television Guest, appearing on ABC and Fox News.
About Barry Nixon
W. Barry Nixon is the Executive Director of the National Institute for Prevention of Workplace Violence, Inc., a company focused on assisting organizations to effectively implement programs to prevent workplace violence. (http://www.WorkplaceViolence911.com ) Having spent over twenty years in Human Resources and Organization Development in Fortune 500 companies. Mr. Nixon is well grounded in the real issues companies face and develops practical solutions based on having been there. Mr. Nixon is a frequently requested speaker both in the US and abroad.
Avoiding Resume Fraud & Negligent Hiring: New HRCI Approved Webinar From AccuScreen on August 9th
August 5, 2012 by Kevin Connell
Filed under Blog, Press Releases, Webinars
CEO of employee screening services company AccuScreen.com, Kevin Connell, will present a complimentary webinar August 9, 2012 on avoiding resume fraud and negligent hiring by conducting comprehensive employee background checks.
Tampa, FL – In the current economic climate, business owners must be more vigilant than ever in their pre-employment screening practices. It’s an unfortunate truth that in such a competitive job market, the rate of resume fraud has climbed exponentially. With these concerns in mind, Kevin Connell, CEO and Founder of AccuScreen.com, a provider of employee screening services, will present a complimentary webinar titled, “Resume Fraud and Negligent Hiring Prevention Strategies with EEOC Compliance Best Practices” on August 9th, 2012 at 11:00am EST. The presentation is pre-approved for credit by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) and will also touch on new enforcement guidelines put in place by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and what employers should do now to re-examine their new employee background check policies and practices.
“Every business, large or small, wants to hire the right people. Our goal is to ensure that recruiters, hiring managers and HR specialists have all the necessary tools and information to make informed decisions about their potential employees, said Kevin Connell, CEO and Founder of AccuScreen.com (http://www.AccuScreen.com).
In his nearly 20 years of experience in the employment background screening field Connell has seen major changes in the hiring process and has collected a wealth of best practices, tips and insider secrets to gathering pertinent information about potential new employees. His presentation will show attendees the pitfalls of failing to complete a thorough pre-employment screening through a reliable employment screening service, and how to verify the authenticity of collected information while disclosing the full process to every applicant, including what resources the company plans to check.
“The importance of thorough employment screening can’t be overstated. This presentation will guide you through the steps necessary to collect, assess and effectively utilize background check information to hire the employees that will add the most value to your organization,” Connell said.
In addition to discussing standard employment background and screening techniques, such as a thorough employment criminal background check, and how HR professionals can avoid the risks associated with negligent hiring, Connell will also shed light on the types of resume fraud most common in today’s business environment and discuss the shocking cost of Employee Theft.
Those interested in attending this complimentary webinar can register online at: http://www.accuscreen.com/webinars/
About Kevin Connell:
Kevin G. Connell is a renowned professional background screening expert. He is recognized for his expertise on employment background screening, criminal record checks, workplace fraud, embezzlement, employee theft, resume fraud and negligent hiring in the workplace. Connell has spoken at numerous business, security & human resources conferences, including twice providing testimony before the Florida Supreme Court. He is widely quoted, has had several articles published in magazines, has been featured on television, including ABC-TV “Money Matters”, the Fox News Channel and has been interviewed on more than 137 live talk radio programs. Connell is a former founding Director of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS).
About AccuScreen:
Since 1994, AccuScreen.com, (http://www.AccuScreen.com) has been an industry pioneer, leader and expert in employment background screening, specializing in criminal background checks. Its reports are delivered to companies across the world from instant to 72 hours.
Media Contact:
Sue Marriott
SueMarriott@AccuScreen.com
410 S. Ware Blvd. Suite 607
Tampa, FL 33619
1.800.689.2228 ext # 1100
http://www.AccuScreen.com
Employment Screening Services provider AccuScreen Launches Online Background Check Platform Today
July 25, 2012 by Kevin Connell
Filed under Blog, Press Releases, Recent News
Employment Screening Services provider has upgraded their Online Background Check Service with the new Global Control Profile user interface, allowing clients to make changes to new employee background checks more efficiently, while avoiding the need for duplicate orders. Functionality changes include new selection field options, direct document forwarding and multi-browser compatibility.
Tampa, FL – Today, leading employment screening service provider AccuScreen.com is implementing a streamlined user interface, designed to make the process of ordering new employee background checks more efficient. The new Global Profile Control (GPC) interface will allow AccuScreen clients access to new category selection options as well as enabling them to make changes to active employment screening service orders.
“With the new one-page global interface, clients will be able to have a more user-friendly experience. With added functionality, making it easier to add names to an order, and reducing duplicity,” explained Kevin Connell, CEO of AccuScreen.com (http://www.AccuScreen.com).
The GPC interface focusses on efficiency and ease of use. Documents uploaded to an applicant’s profile on the AccuScreen platform will be forwarded directly to AccuScreen for immediate processing, significantly reducing turnaround time. Other functionality improvements made possible by the new GPC interface include:
- International applicant address entry fields
- Free storage area under each applicant profile
- Country selection drop down list
- An order due date option
- Visible position field
- An additional name search service for the National Criminal search and OIG database
In addition to the improved GPC, the AccuScreen interface has now been optimized for multi-browser compatibility. Users of Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome and Apple Safari will all experience the same exemplary functionality.
The AccuScreen platform is capable of handling a wide range of employment screening services from verifying social security numbers, to obtaining driving records for perspective employees. The AccuScreen platform is an all-inclusive suite of services that will ensure employers receive complete and accurate pre-employment screenings. The new GPC interface serves to bolster the high quality of service clients have come to expect from AccuScreen.com.
About AccuScreen:
Since 1994, AccuScreen.com, (http://www.AccuScreen.com) has been an industry pioneer, leader and expert in employment background screening, specializing in criminal background checks. Its reports are delivered to companies across the world with turnaround times from Instant to 72 hours.
Media Contact:
Sue Marriott
SueMarriott@AccuScreen.com
410 S. Ware Blvd. Suite 607
Tampa, FL 33619
1.800.689.2228 ext # 1100
http://www.AccuScreen.com
Complimentary AccuScreen Webinar Reviews New Controversial EEOC Background Check Service Guidelines
June 28, 2012 by Kevin Connell
Filed under Press Releases
Kevin Connell, CEO and founder of well-known employee screening services company AccuScreen.com, announces an upcoming complimentary webinar: A Critical Update For Employers: EEOC’s New Guidelines On Employee Criminal Background Checks. The session, to be held July 11, 2012, will review the contradictory implications within the newly released EEOC guidelines surrounding employment screening services.

Tampa, FL – Many business owners and employers are concerned or confused by recent recommendations by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) that may impact their decision to utilize a background check service for the screening of new employees. Part of the presentation given by Kevin Connell, CEO and Founder of AccuScreen.com, a provider for employment screening services, should help to shed some light on the meaning and implications of these new guidelines and recommendations. A complimentary and informative webinar titled, “A Critical Update For Employers: EEOC’s New Guidelines On Employee Criminal Background Checks,” is scheduled to be held on July 11, 2012. Two live sessions will be held at 11am EST and at 4pm EST to help accommodate busy US business owners and employers, as well as cover multiple time zones.
On April 25th, the EEOC met and approved recommendations that not only contradicted past guidelines, but also their own practices. They have stepped outside the lines of their authority by meeting and approving a document without offering the public the opportunity to submit feedback. There is implication that asking applicants about past criminal convictions or obtaining this information through employee screening services may violate Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. To avoid asking these questions or doing background checks will make it more difficult for employers to ensure they are hiring quality, trustworthy employees.
“Aside from the fact that this ruling by the EEOC actually hurts our country’s efforts at making hiring new employees easier for businesses, a government-funded committee didn’t even give experts outside or the American people a chance to review or comment on such a drastic shift in policy,” said Kevin Connell, CEO and founder of AccuScreen.com (http://www.accuscreen.com).
While the EEOC cannot outright ban the use of criminal background checks, their recommendations could carry significant weight with those who have hiring authority in US companies. A single line buried within this confusing, jargon-filled 52-page document states, “The Commission recommends that employers not ask about (criminal) convictions on job applications.”
“This webinar will also discuss the EEOC’s lawsuit against Kaplan Higher Education Corporation (“Kaplan”) in the Ohio federal district court. While the lawsuit suggests that Kaplan’s completion of credit checks on potential new employees is potentially violating the Civil Rights Act, the EEOC performs similar checks as part of their own hiring practices. This is just part of why business owners are confused. Businesses need to understand this new ruling, as soon as possible,” concluded Connell.
Those interested in attending this complimentary webinar can register online at: http://www.accuscreen.com/webinars/
Those who cannot attend the webinar are encouraged to register for the event as a complimentary “Tips for Employers: What You Need to Know about the EEOC’s New Guidance on Criminal Background Checks,’ will be made available to all webinar registrants.
About Kevin Connell:
Kevin G. Connell is a renowned professional background screening expert. He is recognized for his expertise on employment background screening, criminal record checks, workplace fraud, embezzlement, employee theft, resume fraud and negligent hiring in the workplace. Connell has spoken at numerous business, security & human resources conferences, including twice providing testimony before the Florida Supreme Court. He is widely quoted, has had several articles published in magazines, has been featured on television, including ABC-TV “Money Matters,” the Fox News Channel and has been interviewed on more than 137 live talk radio programs. Connell is a former founding Director of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS).
About AccuScreen:
Since 1994, AccuScreen.com, (http://www.accuscreen.com) has been an industry pioneer, leader and expert in employment background screening, specializing in criminal background checks. Its reports are delivered to companies across the world in Instant-72 hours.
Media Contact
Sue Marriott
SueMarriott@AccuScreen.com
410 S. Ware Blvd. Suite 607
Tampa, FL 33619
1.800.689.2228 ext # 1100
http://www.accuscreen.com
EEOC New Guidance: Employee Criminal Background Check: AccuScreen CEO Hosts Webinar on May 1st ENCORE
April 30, 2012 by Kevin Connell
Filed under Blog, Press Releases, Recent News, Webinars
Kevin Connell, AccuScreen CEO in a ” LIVE” complimentary Webinar on May 1st @ 2 PM EST will unravel and translate what the new guidance issued by the EEOC means for Hiring Managers and Employers in the Use of Arrest & Conviction Records in the Screening & Hiring Process. Due to the Popularity of the Connell’s first EEOC webinar on April 27 that “SOLD OUT” he is offering this **free** ENCORE Webinar to this who missed out on last week’s webinar!! (Hurry, Limited Spaces!!)
TAMPA FL / April 30, 2012 – AccuScreen.com, a global employment screening services company will host a webinar to help educate employers on the EEOC’s new guidance on conducting an employee criminal background check on a webinar this Tuesday May 1st at 2:00 PM EST.
Connell will review exactly what is contained in the 52 page document released by the U.S. Equal Opportunity Commission (EEOC) on April 25th. The Commission states that their purpose was to update the Enforcement Guidance on employer use of arrest and conviction records in employment decisions under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The Commission voted 4-1 to approve the guidance document. Commissioner Constance Smith Barker voted NO.
Those interested in attending this complimentary webinar can register online at: http://www.accuscreen.com/webinars/
Those who cannot attend the webinar are encouraged to register for the event as a complimentary “Tips for Employers: What You Need to Know about the EEOC’s New Guidance on Criminal Background Checks,’ will be made available to all webinar registrants.
Kevin Connell is available for comment on this subject. For interview inquiries, contact Sue Marriott at 1.800.689.2228 ext. # 1100 or SueMarriott@AccuScreen.com.
EEOC New Guidance on conducting an Employee Criminal Background Check: AccuScreen CEO Hosts Webinar on April 27th
April 25, 2012 by Kevin Connell
Filed under Blog, Press Releases, Recent News, Webinars
EEOC New Guidance on conducting an Employee Criminal Background Check: AccuScreen CEO Hosts Webinar on April 27th
Kevin Connell, AccuScreen CEO will unravel and translate what the new guidance issued by the EEOC means for Hiring Managers and Employers in the Use of Arrest & Conviction Records in the Screening & Hiring Process.
TAMPA FL / April 26, 2012 – AccuScreen.com, a global employment screening services company will host a webinar to help educate employers on the EEOC’s new guidance on conducting an employee criminal background check on a webinar this Friday April 27 at 11:00 AM EST.
Connell will review exactly what is contained in the 52 page document released by the U.S. Equal Opportunity Commission (EEOC) on April 25th. The Commission states that their purpose was to update the Enforcement Guidance on employer use of arrest and conviction records in employment decisions under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The Commission voted 4-1 to approve the guidance document. Commissioner Constance Smith Barker voted NO.
Those interested in attending this complimentary webinar can register online by clicking here.
Those who cannot attend the webinar are encouraged to register for the event as a complimentary “Tips for Employers: What You Need to Know about the EEOC’s New Guidance on Criminal Background Checks,’ will be made available to all webinar registrants.
Kevin Connell is available for comment on this subject. For interview inquiries, contact Sue Marriott at 1.800.689.2228 ext. # 1100 or SueMarriott@AccuScreen.com.
EEOC Announces Meeting for this Wed April 25 2012 @ 9:30 AM to announce Enforecement Guidelines on Employer’s Use of Credit & Criminal Background Checks
April 23, 2012 by Kevin Connell
Filed under Blog, Press Releases, Recent News, Webinars
The EEOC has announced today through the Federal Register that it will hold a meeting this Wed April 25 @ 9:30 AM.
Enforcement Guidance on the Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
The location of the meeting will be at the Commission Meeting Room on the First Floor of the EEOC Office Building, 131 “M” Street NE., Washington, DC 20507.
Kevin Connell CEO of AccuScreen.com will be providing a complimentary “LIVE” webinar that will recap the EEOC’s announcements, the webinars will be held on Thursday April 26.
There will be two times offered to choose from the first 1.) 11:00 AM EST ( 8:00 AM Pacific) and the second 2.) 4:00 PM EST ( 1:00 PM Pacific), again, this will serve as a recap of the EEOC’s annouincement, there will be Q & A. This is very important as the EEOC’s announcement will impact thousands of employers from across the country.
Social Media Background Checks: The 7 Commandments of Using Facebook in the Screening Process
December 19, 2011 by Accuscreen Team
Filed under Blog, Press Releases, Recent News, Webinars
We are inviting you to a special webinar entitled “Social Media Background Checks: The 7 Commandments of Using Facebook in the Screening Process”
Date: December 20th, 2011 Tuesday
Time: 2:00 PM EST until 3:00 PM EST

There have been many recent high-profile cases involving an increase in the restrictions put on Employer’s use of Social Media in Hiring and Screening, as well as Employer’s regulation and response to Employee Comments made on Social Media sites, such as Facebook. The NLRB has challenged as unlawful an employer’s discipline of an employee who made comments on a social media site. Whether you want to use sites like Facebook to screen out employees via a social media background check, or use social media sites to monitor your employee’s social media activity, discipline them for what they post, or simply maintain rules that arguably regulate employee conduct, all employers need to understand the evolving rules coming from the NLRB. Additionally, real world practical tips and insider secrets will be shared by Kevin Connell, a social media savvy background check expert. This webinar is a Pre-Approved HRCI Certified Webinar.
Register HERE for this Complimentary Webinar
Bad Santa: Could Your Kid Be Sitting on a Criminal’s Lap?
December 9, 2011 by Accuscreen Team
Filed under Blog, Press Releases, Recent News
Background screening expert available to provide tips for a safe holiday season

Tampa, FL, December 9, 2011 – Visiting Santa at the mall is a cherished holiday tradition for most families. Kids instinctively trust the jolly old fellow in the red suit. But did you ever stop to think who might be lurking behind Santa’s false beard?
Kevin Connell is America’s leading background screening expert, dubbed the “Human Lie Detector” by Fox News. He has seen his share of con men and crooks that use false identities (including Santa’s) to commit new crimes. Connell conducts criminal and sexual offender background checks for retail chains and malls that are hiring seasonal employees.
“Santa Claus is an institution. There are lots of great stories and movies about him,” Connell said. “Unfortunately, some bad people take advantage of seasonal opportunities and turn an uplifting season into a parent’s worst nightmare.”
Connell has nearly 20 years of experience as founder and CEO of AccuScreen.com, which specializes in pre-employment background screening and drug testing services. A nationally-known speaker and author, Connell has appeared on ABC News, Fox News and more than 172 radio and TV shows.
Connell helps his audience stay alert and safe. He shares cautionary tales of shady Santa’s, including a New Jersey actor who was arrested by Interpol for producing child pornography and abusing young boys.
In his interview segments and speaking engagements, he reveals:
* Why “Santa Claus” is an alias many criminals use when they’re arrested.
* Warning signs to look out for when shopping online and at the mall.
* Why many companies cut corners and take risks when hiring new employees.
* How to avoid common holiday scams, from fraudulent eBay offers to bait-and-switch sales.
Connell is available to speak on this timely and important topic both in the Tampa, Florida area and nationwide, in person or via telephone.
CONTACT:
Sue Marriott – Media Relations
(813) 837-1920 Ext 1100 (FL)
suemarriott@AccuScreen.com
www.accuscreen.com
Weed Out The Weiners: Kevin Connell, AccuScreen Employment Screening Expert, To Give Best Practices
June 13, 2011 by Accuscreen Team
Filed under Blog, Press Releases, Recent News
Join CEO of employment screening company AccuScreen.com, Kevin Connell, as he presents, “The 7 Commandments Of Using Social Media in the Screening Process,” on June 15th at the HR Tampa Dinner Meeting. Recruiters and human resource specialists will learn methods and best practices to screen potential candidates without fear of legal repercussions.

TAMPA FL – Eager to avoid repeat occurrences of the Anthony Weiner scandal, recruiters and HR professionals are becoming more vigilant about pre employment screening than ever. Kevin Connell, CEO of AccuScreen, will be presenting at the HR Tampa Dinner Meeting on June 15th at 5:30pm, which will be held at the Centre Club in Tampa, Florida. In addition to discussing standard techniques, such as an employment criminal background check, Connell will also shed light on legal and ethical methods to utilize social media screening, should employers wish to vet selections in that manner.
In his years of seeing the hiring process change with technology, Connell has gathered best practices, tips and tricks to gather pertinent information about potential new employees. His presentation, “The Seven Commandments of Using Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter as part of the Screening and Hiring Process,” will show attendees how they verify authenticity of collected information, and the pitfalls of not doing a thorough pre-employment screening. The full screening process should be disclosed to every applicant, including what resources the company plans to check. Also included in this presentation will be previously unheard-of ways to prevent anyone from hacking into a Facebook account.
“We want to make sure that companies, should they choose to vet applicants through social media, are doing so in a way that is not only effective, but legal and ethical. We’re looking forward to this opportunity to help recruiters and HR specialists feel more confident in their new hires,” said Kevin Connell, CEO and founder of AccuScreen.com (http://www.accuscreen.com)
Connell is a nationally recognized speaker known for his expertise on human resource topics including negligent hiring, employee theft, and resume fraud. He routinely speaks at human resources conferences and has also offered expert testimony before the Florida Supreme Court.
“Effective employment screening is often one of the best tools any company can put to use, as it results in higher quality, more productive and more loyal employees. We want to show you how to go about this important step properly, so that the applicant full understands and you can utilize the information collected,” Connell said.
“Social media use has skyrocketed and because of that, employers are more open to lawsuits or problems stemming from an employee’s down time. One example is the recent case in Albuquerque where a police officer was reprimanded after listing his employment as ‘human waste disposal.’ This embarrassed the department and spurred changes to the department’s social media policy. To further protect their companies, employers need to drastically alter the way human resource professionals performs each and every employment criminal background check, but also spell out a clear social media policy for after the hiring process is complete. I hope to help employers gain a better understanding of legal issues that result from using online information to make hiring decisions,” concluded Connell.
The presentation will take place on June 15th, from 5:30 to 8:30pm at the Centre Club, which is located at 123 S West Shore Blvd. in Tampa, Florida. This presentation has also been preapproved for recertification credits by HRCI. AccuScreen.com is pleased to be an approved provider by HRCI.
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Holiday Hours
April 19, 2011 by Accuscreen Team
Filed under Blog, Press Releases
Just wanted to let you know that our offices will be closing at 2:00pm on Friday April 24th. This will allow our employees to be with their families for Easter. If you have any questions please give us a call 800-689-2228.
Kevin Connell and the AccuScreen Team






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