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Information That Informs Every Business Relationship
Whether onboarding a new board member, scrutinizing a potential business partner, vetting a new tenant or hiring a new employee, companies and organizations need more than just a background check. They need information about a person to make an informed decision. Understanding the person you are partnering with or hiring is critical to success and peace of mind.
Hetherington Group’s Background Investigations provide deep and discreet insight into individuals that can impact hiring decisions, partnerships and M&As. We go beyond surface-level data to uncover reputational, regulatory, financial, and digital risk, empowering organizations with more than surface-level information.
From boardrooms to rental offices to C-suites, our background investigations support recruiting teams, landlords, legal counsel, corporate investigators and compliance officers. We don’t just create background reports. We provide vetted and thorough intelligence to support sound decision making.
Our Process
Our work begins with confirming the identity and scope of the background investigation. From there, our analysts utilize a combination of open-source intelligence (OSINT), public records, and proprietary databases to develop a comprehensive picture of the subject. When necessary, we escalate to phase two: boots-on-the-ground intelligence gathering, discreet interviews, and verification at the source. Finally, we deliver a comprehensive report on our findings, explaining any derogatory findings and the potential impact on the organization.
What We Deliver
- Identity & alias history
- Employment, education & credential verification
- Litigation, criminal, and regulatory records
- Assets, affiliations, and liabilities
- Sanctions, watchlists, and adverse media
- Social media footprint and reputational analysis
- Deep & dark web exposure when applicable
Each report is vetted by senior investigators and tailored to the scope of the investigation.
Background Investigations
Executive hires and board candidates
Associates with new vendors, partners or suppliers
Merger & acquisition associates
Litigation opponents and expert witnesses
Investors, donors, and politically exposed persons (PEPs)
Individuals with conflicting identities or online personas
Why Thorough Background Investigations Matter
A bad hire or a risky associate can sink a company’s success. The consequences of incomplete information can ripple across an entire organization. Our background investigations help people and organizations avoid reputational damage, regulatory scrutiny, and financial loss, giving our clients peace of mind throughout the process.
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Due
Diligence
Before entering into a deal, partnering with a vendor, investing capital, or signing a contract, organizations need to understand exactly who or what is on the other side of the table. Shell companies, regulatory red flags, undisclosed litigation, or reputational liabilities can turn a promising opportunity into a costly mistake. To avoid a potentially bad business decision, organizations must invest in a thorough due diligence process.
Cyber
Investigations
Digital threats often carry real-world consequences. Our cyber investigations uncover the source of online harassment, impersonation, fraud, and data exposure. Rooted in the CRAWL™ method, our investigations deliver clear attribution and digital evidence. This empowers clients with the information needed to understand a threat, and take decisive action.
Consulting
Services
At Hetherington Group, our consulting services are built on more than two decades of trusted investigative experience. We partner with corporations, professional services firms, and government entities to advise on complex intelligence needs, build internal capabilities, and develop proactive risk mitigation strategies.
