First Advantage Corporation is a provider of screening analytics and identity solutions for employers and organizations. It was founded in 2003, with its headquarters located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. First Advantage offers a wide range of services that enable organizations to make informed decisions about the people they hire or do business with. Some of the services provided by First Advantage include background screening, drug testing, identity and document verification, and employment eligibility verification.
First Advantage went public in April 2021, after being acquired by a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) called “Pure Acquisition Corp.” The SPAC raised approximately $414 million in its initial public offering and used that capital to acquire First Advantage.
The company operates in over 26 countries and has a global customer base of over 50,000 organizations. The clients of First Advantage are from a wide range of industries, including banking and financial services, government, healthcare, retail, and transportation. First Advantage serves organizations of all sizes, from small businesses to large enterprises, as well as government agencies.
First Advantage leverages advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to help clients make data-driven decisions in the hiring process. The company’s platform can integrate with clients’ existing HR systems to streamline workflows and provide a seamless user experience. In addition to its core services, First Advantage also offers consulting services to help organizations optimize their screening and verification processes.
As of 2021, First Advantage employs over 4,000 people globally and has a revenue of over $550 million. The company continues to expand its offerings and capabilities through strategic partnerships and acquisitions, such as its acquisition of the background screening business of Sterling Infosystems in 2017.