Episode 58: Marc Bourne on Adaptability, Accreditation, and Giving Back

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Behind the Screens, I sit down with Marc Bourne, a true industry veteran who has been part of background screening since 1999 and is still deeply engaged in shaping its future. Our conversation explores what it really means to build a long, meaningful career in background screening, from courthouse research and private investigations to executive leadership and service on the PBSA Board of Directors.Marc shares why adaptability is not optional in this industry, how accreditation and professional standards elevate everyone, and why mentoring the next generation matters just as much as compliance and technology. We also step outside of screening to talk about his volunteer work solving cold cases, his passion for animal rescue, and a fun fact that no one sees coming.At its core, this episode is about people. The people we work with, the people we screen, and the responsibility we all carry to treat them with care, integrity, and respect.In this episode, you will learn:Why background screening is fundamentally a people driven industryHow Marc’s early work in courthouse research shaped his perspective as a CRAThe importance of adaptability and constant learning in a rapidly changing industryWhat PBSA accreditation really means and why it matters for CRAs of all sizesHow volunteering and mentorship strengthen both careers and the industry as a wholeWhy being present, curious, and engaged opens doors throughout your careerHow Marc balances executive leadership with volunteer work on cold case investigationsA surprising fun fact from Marc’s early life that you probably did not expectThis episode is for you if:You work in background screening and want to build a long, sustainable careerYou are new to the industry and looking for guidance on how to grow and stand outYou want to better understand the value of PBSA involvement and accreditationYou care about ethics, professionalism, and the human impact of screening decisionsYou believe mentorship, kindness, and integrity still matter in businessYou enjoy hearing real stories from people who have helped shape the industryIf you are looking for perspective, encouragement, and a reminder of why the work we do matters, this is an episode you will want to hear from start to finish.Connect with US:Les Rosen- https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesterrosen/Subscribe to our YouTube Channel- https://www.youtube.com/@BehindtheSCreens200