In addition to their talent and brainpower, upper level executives can influence both shareholder and consumer confidence.  In the past 10 years, we’ve seen what hiring the wrong person can do to a company’s reputation and value in the marketplace. 

In an increasingly productive economy such as ours, executives at all levels are playing a bigger part in decision-making.  This means that the most in-depth understanding of one’s background is paramount.

Former work history
Resume fact checking (including stated accomplishments and duties)
Past co-worker interviews
Credit checks
Termination history
Financial returns during tenure
Compensation packages and shareholder returns