Protecting Executives (and Everyone Else) from Workplace Violence: The Case for Screening in Financial Services

Let’s be honest, misconduct at work isn’t just uncomfortable anymore; it’s dangerous. We’re seeing a massive spike in threats, toxic behaviors, and real violence in the workplace, and Financial Services is especially vulnerable. Whether it’s insider fraud, violent retaliation, or public smear campaigns, the risks are real, and the stakes are high.

In today’s polarized world, protecting your people, especially executives, isn’t just an HR issue. It’s a leadership imperative. That means implementing real safeguards across the entire employee lifecycle, from pre-hire candidate screening to ongoing employee checks, and smart offboarding practices that can flag retaliation risks before they escalate.

Here’s the kicker:
– Online misconduct is up 50% year-over-year
– Threats are up 180%
1 in 3 employees has witnessed workplace violence

And yet, most organizations still treat risk like a “bad hire” problem. It’s way bigger than that.

In this vlog, I break down how Financial Services orgs can and should screen for misconduct before it walks through the front door… and after. I’ll share the tools, tactics, and best practices that help keep your culture clean, your execs safe, and your brand off the front page of the wrong kind of headline.

If you’re in TA, HR, compliance, or leadership, this isn’t optional anymore. It’s mission-critical.

Watch the vlog, read the playbook, and don’t wait until you’re the next case study.

Fama’s State of Misconduct at Work (2024)
Modern Playbook for Screening & Re-Screening
Fama’s Employee Screening Platform

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