Agenda

The State of the Driver Market in 2024: Driver Hiring and Retention Tactics for a Modern Workforce

Taking the long view on driver recruiting and retention is paramount to succeed in today’s labor market. While hiring needs have eased some since the height of the 2021-2022 economic recovery, fleets should look at today’s market as an opportunity to implement best practices, evaluate and benchmark their pay and benefits, re-map their recruiting and retention strategies for long-term success, and start preparing for the next hiring surge. A shifting economy and workforce demands means re-thinking your relationship with drivers, your hiring processes, and your long-term retention plans.
—James Jaillet. National Transportation Institute

Exploring Generative AI to Assist in the Applicant Journey

49% of job seekers declined a job offer due to a poor experience.* Let's discuss a better applicant journey when screening and learn how generative AI can help in that interaction. Your insights drive our actions. Join us in this interactive session to pave the way forward.
—Joelle Smith, Raymond Van Der Wal, & Aleksandra Mika, First Advantage
*CareerPlug article

Lightbulb Moment: Panel Review of Rescreening Strategies

Hear how some of the largest employers manage employment rescreening. Get insights into the “how” and “why” some of the best companies get it done!
—Casey Drucker & Irina Kovach, First Advantage

Shining a Light on Click. Chat. Call. How's It Working for You?

Join our customer care leaders to review how the new customer care’s use of generative AI is working for your organization. How can we improve? We want to hear!
—Victor Sachs & Alan Marblestone, First Advantage

Will We Ever Learn?

In this session, researcher and keynote speaker John Frehse explores the industry analysis related to why employees leave, the job market outlook, and lessons in leadership. For those looking for “not another traditional PowerPoint presentation” and a fast paced session packed with new ideas and the facts to back them up - this may be right for you.
—John Frehse, Akura

Get Up to Speed on Transportation Regulations & What's Happening Now

The only constant in the DOT world is change, and when you're busy managing your business, it's hard to keep up. In this session, you'll get up to speed on the latest regulatory requirements. Our experts will explain in detail what you can expect at a DOT audit and how to develop a response strategy that helps you avoid a regulatory wreck (and lower your stress level)!
—Timothy Wiseman, Ocampo Wiseman Law and Ryan Nardontonia, First Advantage

Ignite a Best-in-Class Remote Workforce Culture

Building a consistent culture across traditional and remote work locations concerns most HR leaders. So what are best-in-class companies doing? Join this session to learn about tools and tactics that work to build a strong culture regardless of location.
—Michael Pilnick & David Robillard, First Advantage

Illuminating the Path Forward: 2024 Trends Revealed

Smart employers plan for background check adjustments. Join this inspiring session to hear what other winning companies are doing to create high-performing screening programs that optimize speed and cost, mitigate risk AND deliver positive candidate experiences. It’s based on our highly anticipated 2024 Trends Report, which will be unveiled at Collaborate.
—Rachel Fronapfel, Brian Larrow, Savanna Leavitt-Green, and Nuno Ricardo, First Advantage

Ignite Your Taxes—You Know You Want To!

In today’s uncertain economy, nobody wants to leave money on the table. Yet, with thousands of employment tax credits and economic incentive programs available in the U.S., sometimes employers “don't know what they don't know.” In this important session, you’ll learn about the thousands of dollars—sometimes hundreds of thousands—in tax credits and incentives that are available. You’ll walk away with game-changing knowledge that can unlock bottom-line savings for your business for years to come!
—Rebekah Denmark, First Advantage

Who Are You? Identity Fraud Strengthens Employment Screening

With remote hiring on the rise and quickly becoming the norm, multiple industries saw a rapid increase in potential applicant  identity fraud. Let’s discuss the impacts of this trend and action steps you can take to help mitigate your risks.
—Mike Cook, Irina Kovach, First Advantage

ATA’s Lead Economist Presents the State of the Transportation Industry

Stay up to date with the most important transportation industry economic trends including forecasts for 2024 and beyond. Hear the most important demand and supply developments that ultimately affect us all. Expect to see insightful economic and industry data during this session that will help motor carriers and industry suppliers alike make better business decisions as it relates to background screening and transportation compliance services.
—Robert Costello, American Trucking Association

Verification Velocity: Getting You Answers Faster

Built on a bedrock of over 80M proprietary data records and growing we are able to offer a verification services unlike any other in the industry capitalizing on the power of generative AI. By combining automation, technology and proprietary sources we are able to command the fastest and most cost-effective solutions when it comes to verifications.
—Danny O'Toole, First Advantage

Lighting Up Unending Cannabis Craziness

As Forbes* reported: ". . . almost half of all Americans live in a state where marijuana is legal to consume despite federal prohibitions. A recent Gallup poll reports that 68 percent of Americans support cannabis legalization more than ever." Changing marijuana usage laws are a moving target as it relates to drug free workplace / substance abuse testing services. Join us to discuss what's happening and ideas to address.
—Ryan Nardontonia, Jo Kenney, Abe Hammell & Barb Hester, First Advantage with Casey Michalik Chief Experience Officer (CXO), Premier Biotech
*Forbes article

A Quick Start Guide to Global Expansion

Come hear the top 5 do's and don'ts of expanding screening globally. We've seen it done well, let us share what we know. In this engaging session, you’ll get sought-after benchmarking insights and hear from a panel of presenters how successful organizations are driving significant cost and time savings by taking a holistic, digital approach to global talent management.
—Matthew J. Clarke

Unveiling Bias: A Journey from Unconscious Beliefs to Microaggressions

In our ongoing commitment to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), we are proud to introduce "Unveiling Bias," a thought-provoking and interactive 60-minute program designed to explore the undercurrents of unconscious bias and its manifestation through microaggressions in the workplace.
—Debbie Masak, First Advantage & Heather Gupte, Samiracles Consulting

All Things Form I-9

Get the latest news and refresher on all things Form I-9. Time to audit what you are doing to align with the latest best practices. Learn how!
—Thomas Brechtel, First Advantage

From the Transportation Trenches

Join our expert & customer panel to talk about lessons learned in Transportation during 2023 that is driving changes in 2024. Come listen to what's worked and what's not!
—Mike Nizzi, First Advantage

What's Trending in Drug Screening Device Selection

Drug-free workplace substance abuse testing is a vast subject in pre-and post-employment services.  Learn the latest trends and discuss instant-oral drug testing solutions that can speed up a hiring process.
—Barb Hester, First Advantage

Illuminating the Path Forward: 2024 Trends Revealed

Smart employers plan for background check adjustments. Join this inspiring session to hear what other winning companies are doing to create high-performing screening programs that optimize speed and cost, mitigate risk AND deliver positive candidate experiences. It’s based on our highly anticipated 2024 Trends Report, which will be unveiled at Collaborate.
—Rachel Fronapfel, Brian Larrow, Savanna Leavitt-Green, and Nuno Ricardo, First Advantage

Shining a Light on Click. Chat. Call. How's It Working for You?

Join our customer care leaders to review how the new customer care’s use of generative AI is working for your organization. How can we improve? We want to hear!
—Victor Sachs & Alan Marblestone, First Advantage

Meet the MRO

Meet our own chief medical review officer here at First Advantage. Learn how the  process works and what an MRO does on a daily basis. If you've got questions, he has answers!
—Dr. Abe Hammell, First Advantage

Ignite a Best-in-Class Remote Workforce Culture

Building a consistent culture across traditional and remote work locations concerns most HR leaders. So what are best-in-class companies doing? Join this session to learn about tools and tactics that work to build a strong culture regardless of location.
—Michael Pilnick & David Robillard, First Advantage