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.
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Behind the Screens: Conversations with Background Screening Pros hosted by Les Rosen
Episode 2 - A Journey from Frat House Fax Machines to Industry Leadership with Robert Capwell
Ever wondered how a background screening empire could be born out of a college fraternity house? Join me as I sit down with Robert “Bob” Capwell, a true pioneer in our industry, to uncover just that—and so much more. Bob may have started with “thermal fax machines” and stacks of paper, but he’s since evolved into a background screening renaissance man, helping turn PBSA into a global powerhouse and tackling industry challenges with a mix of old-school grit and modern finesse. You don’t want to miss Bob’s insights, humor, and a few “behind-the-scenes” tales that remind us just how far the industry has come.
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- The Beginning: From Frat House to Fax Machines
Bob takes us back to his early days, when he built his first background check business straight out of his college fraternity. Discover how he moved from regional sales at Equifax to founding his own company—and dealing with thermal fax machines along the way. - Building a Global PBSA and the Value of Accreditation
Bob talks about his pivotal role in making PBSA a global association, alongside industry legends like Barry Nixon. Hear why PBSA’s resources, certification, and accreditation programs are essential for anyone aiming to make a mark in this field. - Top Industry Challenges and the Rise of AI
From AI-driven innovations to court data redaction and the complexities of “clean slate” laws, Bob dives into the latest challenges facing background screeners today and shares why we can’t always trust what AI tells us.
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