Behind the Screens: Conversations with Background Screening Pros hosted by Les Rosen
"Behind the Screens" is a podcast that brings you up close and personal with the people in the background screening industry. Hosted by Les Rosen, each episode features in-depth, human-interest interviews with a diverse range of guests—including business executives, employees with extensive screening experience, vendors who serve the industry, and legal and compliance experts.
These conversations dive into the personal stories and insights of those who know the industry best, offering a fresh perspective on the people driving background screening. Whether you are part of the industry or just curious, "Behind the Screens" delivers authentic, non-marketing-focused stories from the world of background checks.
Your host: Les Rosen is an Attorney, former owner of a screening firm, the chair of the steering committee that founded PBSA and the first co-chair of PBSA, as well as author of the "Safe Hiring Manual," and frequent presenter nationwide.
According to attorney and industry veteran Vince Pascarella, "For those of you who don't know, Les Rosen was the chief architect of the PBSA predecessor NAPBS, and its first Chair and unofficial Executive Director. Simply put, no Les Rosen then, no PBSA today."
For more information, see: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesterrosen/
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Behind the Screens: Conversations with Background Screening Pros hosted by Les Rosen
Episode 62: Women in Screening: Journeys, Growth, and Mentorship
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In this episode of Behind the Screens, I sit down with an incredible panel of women leaders across the background screening industry to talk about how they built their careers, what keeps them engaged, and how the industry continues to evolve.
What stands out is a shared theme: no one planned this career, but once they entered the industry, they stayed. Why? Because of the constant change, the investigative nature of the work, and the real impact on people’s lives.
We also explore how women are shaping the future of screening through leadership, collaboration, and a more holistic approach to problem-solving.
This is a conversation about growth, mentorship, and finding your place in an industry that never stands still.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why background screening becomes a long-term career for many professionals
- How curiosity and problem-solving drive success in the industry
- The evolving role of women in leadership across screening organizations
- Why mentorship and community are critical for career growth
- How PBSA supports education, networking, and industry standards
- The importance of collaboration, empathy, and listening in leadership
- Practical advice for newcomers entering the screening industry
This episode is for you if:
- You’re building a career in background screening, HR, or compliance
- You want to learn from experienced women leaders in the industry
- You’re navigating career growth, leadership, or mentorship
- You’re curious how others built long-term careers in screening
- You want real-world advice on thriving in a fast-changing industry
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- Les Rosen- https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesterrosen/
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- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@BehindtheSCreens200
This podcast is sponsored by:
The Preemploymentdirectory, publisher of the Background Buzz! https://preemploymentdirectory.com/
