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

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

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.

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.

In a complimentary webinar on April 20th 2011 at 3:00pm EST, Kevin Connell business coach, author, and founder of AccuScreen.com. Is inviting coaching extroadianre Kathy Eppley to help show you how to gain the clarity, confidence and certainty to help change your mindset.

TAMPA, FL — In an upcoming live webinar, speaker and coach Kathy Eppley will help you delivers results! She is a master teacher who enables her clients and audiences to quickly breakthrough limits and achieve far beyond what they ever imagined.

Some people may ask why is AccuScreen offering a webinar like this one? Kevin Connell explains, “Well, over the past 3 years, when the financial bubble burst, the economy receded, layoffs began…so did many people’s mindsets, where before people had certainty, many now have uncertainty about their future, and things have hit people financially, a spouse may have lost a job, others got behind on a mortgage payments, stress and pressure has been present like never before, but there is hope.”

“Not surprisingly, many people’s mindsets are wounded, their self esteem is low where it was once high, think of this presentation and discussion as one important step to help people’s mindset, get their heads uncluttered with all of the negative news that the media pounds us with, and this webinar is designed to help a small business owner as well as someone who may be a mid level manager at a corporation, whether you are an entrepreneur, an HR manger, an employee, etc. this is FOR YOU!”

Discover the Secrets of Astounding Results That Will Enable You to …

• Shatter the Glass Ceiling of Limitation in Your Mind Including All the Doubt, Fear, Excuses and Self Sabotage Holding You Back!

• Set and Achieve Big Goals Regardless of Circumstances & Market Conditions!

• Build Powerful New Beliefs & Gain the Clarity, Confidence & Certainty to Reach Amazing New Levels of Productivity!

• Re-Energize, Re-Ignite & Re-Vitalize Your Business

Bob Proctor, legendary transformational expert, author, speaker and featured teacher in the hit movie and bestselling book, THE SECRET said it best when he summed up the impact and results Kathy Eppley delivers to her audiences and clients… “Circumstances and conditions will melt away; put this program to work, it’s like taking money to the bank!”

To Register Click Here . The webinar hosts will provide free advice and challenge the audiences to think bigger than they ever have before, to engage their passion and to play life full-out.

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. He is widely quoted and has been featured on television, including ABC-TV ‘Money Matters,’ the Fox News Channel and has been interviewed on more than 126 live talk radio programs.

Kathy Eppley is a law of attraction expert business transformation coach and dynamic speaker who specializes in helping entrepreneurs, solo-professionals and real estate professionals break through barriers to high six figure success.

Her passion is helping business owners and individuals raise the bar and stretch to attract the money and success they really want and deserve, and have the time and energy to live with passion, fully engaging in all aspects of their lives.

Kathy had a former career as an English Teacher and also spent over twenty years in Residential Real Estate Sales & Marketing as an Agent and Broker before founding Astound Yourself! Coaching/Consulting in 2011. Kathy resides in Texas with her two dogs, Patch and Dallas, and two cats, Sasha and Sammy.

Google: Employment Background Checks Demystified

Background screening services expert Kevin Connell and public records guru Mike Sankey to dissect common myths about gathering public information as part of employment screening.

TAMPA, FL — On February 23, 2011 at 2:00pm EST, two experts will cohost a complimentary webinar on the importance of using a background check service to ensure effective employment screening.

CEO of AccuScreen.com Kevin Connell will cohost with Mike Sankey, CEO of BRB Publications, Inc. (http://www.brbpublications.com), the nation’s premier publisher of sourcebooks and Web pages for locating public records. They will discuss common misperceptions and myths regarding public records, and how they pertain to employment screening services. They will teach you how to obtain and utilize criminal record and background information on job applicants.

“All too often, hiring managers will try to use “free” information located on Google to vet a new hire,” said Connell. “Whether the intent is to save time or money, even though your own time is money (Opportunity cost); not using the proper employment screening protocol may results in a mis-hire. The average cost of a mis-hire or turnover is up to 21 times the applicants’ annual salary.”

Webinar will reveal:
• Criminal records what can you really get online?
• What are the best practices of obtaining and utilizing criminal records?
• Debunking the myth of Google, Does it search everything or just the shallow web?
• Who is policing the Internet for accurate information?
• What are the best search practices with out compromising accuracy?
• Cheap criminal background check databases are they worth it?

“I am fully confident that attendees of the webinar will be well equipped to implement strategies to hire great employees and not walking lawsuits,” said Connell.

To register for this webinar, “Google: Employment Background Checks Demystified” click here. The webinar hosts will provide free advice on how to compile accurate background information using employment screening services.

About Kevin G. 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. He is widely quoted and has been featured on television, including ABC-TV “Money Matters” and the Fox News Channel, and has been interviewed on more than 126 live talk radio programs.

About Mike Sankey and BRB Publications, Inc.

Michael Sankey is the founder and CEO of BRB Publications, Inc. and is the Director of the Public Record Retriever Network (PRRN). Michael has more than 25 years of experience involving public record research and record access. He has authored or edited over 75 publications.

Michael was part of the Steering Committee that founded the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS). He was also elected to the first NAPBS Board of Directors in 2004 and served two years.

He is regarding as a leading industry expert in public records, criminal record access, state motor vehicle record policies and procedures, as well as knowing who’s who in the commercial arena of public information vendors.

Michael resides in Tempe, AZ with wife and two children. He can be reached at mike@brbpublications.com. Web pages include www.brbpublications.com and www.prrn.us.

Join us for a Webinar on January 18

In a complimentary webinar hosted January 18th 2011 at 1:00pm EST, employment background screening services expert Kevin Connell and private investigator Michele Stuart will be discussing what you need to know about protecting your business and yourself online.

The Webinar Presenter will :

* Discuss Protecting Yourself & Your Business on Social Network Sites

* Provide Research Techniques for Finding Individuals’ Information on these Sites

* Give Real Case Examples

* Free Advice on How to Protect Yourself Online

They will allow a time for a question and answer session towards the end, and provide additional resources for more information on these topics.

“Knowing how to locate personal information using open sources located on the net, not only helps locate information on people but will assist you in protecting your own information.” Michele Stuart

You will not want to miss this special “one time only” webinar.

Click here to register.

In a November 17th Webinar, AccuScreen.com’s CEO will reveal ” The 7 Commandments of using Facebook, YouTube and Twitter as part of the screening and hiring process.”

TAMPA, FL — The rapid rise of online social media has drastically and permanently altered the world of employment screening, and not always to the benefit of employers.

That’s the message that AccuScreen.com, an industry pioneer in employment pre-screening services, will emphasize in an upcoming webinar on the topic of online employment screening. The webinar, scheduled for 2 to 3 p.m. EST on Nov. 17, will examine potential legal issues and other concerns related to using sites such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube as part of the employment screening process.

“More and more companies are routinely combing the Internet for information on job applicants, assuming that everything they find is fair game for consideration in the hiring process. What they often don’t realize is that the information they’re gathering may be not only completely inaccurate but also legally risky in terms of online employment screening. Our webinar is intended to help employers understand that even accurate information found online cannot always be legally used as a consideration in employment decisions,” said Kevin Connell, CEO and founder of AccuScreen.com (http://www.accuscreen.com/).

The webinar will examine several specific cases in which information posted online reflected poorly on the applicant, the applicant’s employer or both. Connell, who will present the webinar, noted that laws regarding privacy, off-work conduct and discrimination vary from state to state and are subject to change as legislatures and the legal field as a whole scramble to keep up with the challenges posed by social media technology.

“As a major provider of background check services for pre-employment screening as well as other types of screening, we at AccuScreen.com must stay on top of these issues and legal trends, keeping in mind that the situation can change without notice depending on the terms-of-use policies of sites such as Facebook and Twitter,” Connell said. “We also want employers to realize that even if they’re outsourcing their screening to a company that specializes in background check services, not all such companies are created equal. Anyone can offer online employment screening, but not everyone understands the nuances of how to go about it in a legally sound and responsible way.”

In addition to looking at specific examples of online content concerns, the webinar will address the issues of identity and authenticity related to online information. In some cases, Connell noted, a company may be faced with the challenge of “unlearning” what it finds out about an applicant if that information falls under legal protections of anti-discrimination laws.

Space is limited for the Nov. 17 webinar, titled “The 7 Commandments of using Facebook, YouTube and Twitter as part of the screening and hiring process.” Those interested can reserve a seat at http://www.accuscreen.com/media/webinars/.

 
In a segment to appear during the Fox 13 Late News, Kevin Connell of Accu-Screen addresses the increased incidence of texting in the workplace.
 
Tampa, FL / October 14, 2010 – Accu-Screen Founder and CEO Kevin Connell will appear today on the 10 p.m. edition of the Fox 13 News in a segment focusing on texting in the work place. Following its broadcast the segment will be available for archived viewing on the Fox 13 website.

Accu-Screen is a leader and expert in employment background screening, specializing in criminal background checks. Connell will speak on the increase trend of texting in the workplace and how it will only continue to increase. This is a must see if you are an HR Manager, Employee, or Employer.

Connell will be covering stories about employees being fired via text.

“Abusing personal phone calls in the workplace use to be the issue, then email, and now it is texting.” says Connell. “In this segment I am going to give my take and advice on what employers and employees need to watch out for.”

Those who wish to view the Fox News Segment during the on-air broadcast should tune in at 10 p.m. The segment will be available for viewing online. Accu-Screen will provide a link to the recorded broadcast on their website.
 
About Accu-Screen, Inc.
 
Since 1994, Accu-Screen, Inc. 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 2 – 72 hours. CEO Kevin G. 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 also serves as a national speaker and expert in negligent hiring, resume fraud, employee theft, and embezzlement.
 
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Media Contact:
Sue Marriott
Accu-Screen, Inc.
800/689-2228 ext 1100
SueMarriott@accuscreen.com

AccuScreen’s free webinar, “Workplace Violence Awareness & Prevention: Separating the Myths from the Facts — Solutions to Make You Fear Less,” will take place on Wednesday, October 13th, 2010.

TAMPA, FL — Human resources professionals, employers, and task force leaders are invited to attend Accuscreen’s free webinar, ‘Workplace Violence Awareness & Prevention: Separating the Myths from the Facts — Solutions to Make You Fear Less.’

“To remain on top in today’s business world, Human Resource & Security Professionals need to balance Workplace Violence Awareness with Prevention Programs focused on best practices,” said Kevin Connell, professional background screening expert and CEO of the online employment screening service, AccuScreen.

“This webinar will discuss the key risk indicators that provide early warning and escalation triggers, as well as explore techniques that can be used to build Workplace Violence awareness and Prevention Techniques into their corporate plan to fulfill prevention and detection responsibilities.”

By the conclusion of the webinar, participants will:

• Understand how, through better awareness, companies can be empowered to detect and prevent Workplace Violence

• Become familiar with the best practices for the effective use of Workplace Violence Awareness and Prevention

• Learn a range of examples and stories that separate the Myths from the Facts of Workplace Violence

The webinar is Free of charge to attend on Wednesday, October 13th, 2010 at 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Those who cannot attend can purchase the replay of the Workplace Violence Webinar for $49.97 beginning October 14th, 2010.

Seats are limited and attendees are encouraged to register early to ensure they don’t miss this one-time only free webinar.

Attendees can register online at: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/911232898

In A Tough Job Market, Resume Lies Reach New Levels Of Absurdity, Reports AccuScreen.

As job seekers have become more desperate, the number of people lying on resumes and job applications has spiked to 46% according to

AccuScreen’s 16th annual ‘Top 7 Resume Lies’ report.

TAMPA, FL — Resume lies, falsification rings, diploma mills, and a host of other outrageous tactics have reached record levels as the job market tightens. For 16 years, AccuScreen, a leader in employment background screening, has recorded trends in resume falsification. According to internal data, 46% of people present false information on their resume or job application — a 3 point increase over 2008.

“The unemployment rate has risen to historically new levels. As people have become more desperate, the lies have become more creative, harder to trace, and ultimately, more detrimental for employers,” said Kevin Connell, CEO of AccuScreen.

AccuScreen publishes an annual ‘Top 7 Resume Lies’ report and offers it free of charge to employers. From buying credentials from diploma mills to exaggerating past experience and pay, the report reveals the red flags hiring teams need to be aware of when screening applicants.

The recently released ‘Top 7 Resume Lies’ report is now available free to download.

According to Kevin Connell, the most common resume lies involve:

• Falsified employment dates to cover up gaps or jobs from which the applicant was fired
• Exaggerated job titles and responsibilities
• Fake experience at ‘ghost’ companies
• Covering up criminal records
• Inflated salaries
• Falsification of education credentials
• Falsification of professional credentials

Connell says that these lies can severely chip away at the integrity of an organization. At best, employers can overpay for unqualified people that erode the position of a company in its industry. At worst, frauds can con their way into companies and gain access to trade secrets and financial information.

“Employers must be vigilant about screening who they allow into their company. Job seekers too must be aware that employers are scrutinizing their applications and resumes more than ever — embellishing doesn’t impress, it’s a sure way to quickly lose your candidacy for the position,” said Connell.

To download the ‘Top 7 Resume Lies’ report, visit AccuScreen at http://www.accuscreen.com/.

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.

About Kevin Connell:

Kevin G. Connell (http://www.accuscreen.com/about/our-president-ceo/) 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 126 live talk radio programs. Connell is a former founding Director of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS); he served on the board from 2003-2005.

About AccuScreen:

Since 1994, AccuScreen.com has been an industry pioneer, leader and expert in employment background screening, specializing in criminal background check services, education verification, license verification, and other essential pre-employment screening services. Its reports are delivered to companies across the world in 2-72 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

Liars, con artists, and employment scammers are about to have their cover blown in a live webinar hosted by professional background screening expert Kevin Connell. In this free interactive webinar, Connell will share real stories of outrageous resume lies and reveal insider secrets of employment scam artists.

TAMPA FL — Today’s most prosperous liars, con artists, employment scammers, and the fraudulent websites that aid and abed them are about to have their cover blown in a live webinar hosted by professional background screening expert Kevin Connell.

In this free interactive webinar, Connell will share real stories of outrageous resume lies and reveal insider secrets of employment scam artists. Actual names of websites that help con men and scam artists achieve their goal of robbing employers of millions of dollars and trade secrets will be revealed.

“This webinar is a ‘must’ for anyone involved in the hiring, recruiting or staffing of new employees. Have no dissolutions — there are con artists and scammers working the hiring system to rob businesses blind. Knowing what to look for is essential to avoid employment scams and to protect the precious assets of the business,” said Connell.

According to Connell, professional con artists aren’t the only ones lying on resumes and job applications to try to weasel their way into companies.

“When the economy recedes, job applicants tend to lie more. 43% of the job applicants that we do a background check on come back with a discrepancy,” said Connell.

These resume lies, often centered on inflating credentials or hiding criminal history, can chip away at the integrity of a company. The webinar will show employers exactly how to spot these resume lies that can allow unqualified and potentially dangerous people access to the organization.

The webinar will take place on Thursday, September 9th 2010 at 11am Eastern Standard Time.

Attendees can register for the free webinar online at:
http://www.accuscreen.com/media/webinars.

After registering, participants will receive a link to view the live webinar online. Space is limited. Those interested are encouraged to register quickly to reserve their space

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 126 live talk radio programs. Connell is a former founding Director of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS); he served on the board from 2003-2005.

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 2-72 hours.

Media Contact
Sue Marriott
SueMariott@AccuScreen.com
410 S. Ware Blvd. Suite 607
Tampa, FL 33619
1.800.689.2228 ext # 1100

http://www.accuscreen.com