Tag: Checkr

The Pros and Cons of Signing Bonuses in Today’s Job Market

By Lin Grensing-Pophal, Contributing Editor Sep 25, 2024 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Sep 25, 2024

In the battle for talent in the U.S. labor market, employers have several arrows in their quivers: salary, annual bonuses, benefits like health and dental insurance, vacation time, flexible scheduling, company culture, etc. All of these can be used to entice candidates to apply to work for a given employer, and these various arrows can […]

From Solitary Confinement to Social Impact: Ken Oliver’s Journey to Transform Corporate America

By Lin Grensing-Pophal, Contributing Editor Apr 8, 2024 Diversity & Inclusion

Updated: Apr 18, 2024

In the broad landscape of corporate social responsibility and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), few stories are as compelling and transformative as that of Ken Oliver. As Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility for Checkr and the Executive Director of their corporate foundation checkr.org, Oliver brings a unique perspective shaped by profound personal experiences. His […]