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Sterling Check

Global background screening, identity verification and pre-employment checks provider; acquired by First Advantage.

Independence, Ohio, USAFounded 19752500-5000 employeesPublic (IPO on Nasdaq under ticker STER in 2021); acquired by First Advantage in 2024 and now a subsidiary
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Sterling Check Corp. (Sterling) is a leading global provider of background and identity services, including employment background screening, identity verification and pre-employment checks, serving over 20,000 customers worldwide including a quarter of the Fortune 100. Founded in 1975, the formerly NASDAQ-listed (STER) company was acquired by First Advantage in a $2.2B cash-and-stock deal completed in October 2024.

Products

Sterling Background Checks; Sterling Identity Verification; Sterling Drug Screening; Sterling Onboarding; Sterling Continuous Monitoring; Sterling International Screening

Leadership

founders · executives

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Oct 31, 2024First Advantage Completes Acquisition of Sterling Check for $2.2 Billion

First Advantage Corporation (NASDAQ: FA) has successfully completed its acquisition of Sterling Check Corp. for $2.2 billion, including assumed debt. This strategic move enhances First Advantage's global presence and…

Aug 8, 2024First Advantage Posts Solid Q2 2024 Results; Anticipates Sterling Acquisition Closure by Q4

First Advantage Corporation reported second quarter 2024 results, showing revenue of $184.5 million and a net income of $1.9 million, which includes $9.2 million in expenses related to the acquisition of Sterling Check…

May 9, 2024First Advantage Reports First Quarter 2024 Results

First Advantage Corporation reported its Q1 2024 financial results, showing revenues of $169.4 million and a net loss of $2.9 million due to acquisition-related costs. The company announced an adjusted net income of…

Feb 29, 2024First Advantage to Acquire Background Check Company Sterling for $2.2 Billion in Cash and Stock

First Advantage Corporation has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Sterling Check Corp. for approximately $2.2 billion, inclusive of debt. The merger unites complementary technology and services in employment…

Feb 29, 2024First Advantage Reports Full Year and Fourth Quarter 2023 Results

First Advantage Corporation reported its financial outcomes for 2023, highlighting a revenue of $763.8 million and a net income of $37.3 million. The adjusted EBITDA was $237.6 million. Despite a revenue decline from the…

Jan 3, 2024Sterling to Offer Market Leading Clinical Solutions Through Acquisition of Vault Workforce Screening

Sterling Check Corp (NASDAQ: STER), a distinguished leader in background screening and identity services, has strategically acquired Vault Workforce Screening, a prominent U.S. clinic management platform. This…

Sterling Check — frequently asked questions

What does Sterling Check do?

Global background screening, identity verification and pre-employment checks provider; acquired by First Advantage.

Where is Sterling Check headquartered?

Sterling Check is headquartered in Independence, Ohio, USA, United States.

When was Sterling Check founded?

Sterling Check was founded in 1975.

Who founded Sterling Check?

Sterling Check was founded by William Greenblatt.

Who is the CEO of Sterling Check?

Josh Peirez leads Sterling Check as CEO.

How many employees does Sterling Check have?

Sterling Check has 2500-5000 employees.

What kind of HR technology is Sterling Check?

Sterling Check is categorized under Background Checking, HR Compliance on DHRMap.

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