A Look Back at 25 Years of Service Excellence
Decades of success – and still going strong.
For over 25 years, we’ve helped some of the world’s most influential brands keep their background screening processes flowing smoothly.
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1997
Accurate Background founded (July 31)
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2002
Expands global service offerings
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2004
Adjudication process implemented
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2005
Headquarters moves from tiny office in Lake Forest to larger building in Irvine
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2006
Becomes ISO Certified
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2007
Acquires Cross Match Services
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2007
E-Signature: Disclosure and Authorization implemented
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2008
Introduces nationwide I-9 employment verification solution
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2011
Receives accreditation with the Background Screening Credentialing Council (BSCC)
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2013
Moves headquarters again to larger 47,500 square foot building in Irvine
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2014
Acquires fellow background screening services company, Hirease
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2016
Adds compliance capabilities to API
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2016
Introduces mobile capabilities
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2018
Inducted into Inc. 5000 Hall of Fame for being on the list for five consecutive years
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2019
Accurate Unveils New Branding
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2019
Accurate’s Chief Compliance and Regulatory Officer appointed Chair of PBSA Board of Directors
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2020
Appoints Tim Dowd as CEO
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2020
Acquires CareerBuilder Employment Screening (CBES)
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2022
Expands Global Footprint with New India Offices
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2022
Acquires Vero Employment Screening
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2023
Acquires Australia-based VerifyNow
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2023
Moves headquarters to 200 Spectrum Center Drive
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