Barry Nixon

W. Barry Nixon is the Executive Director of the National Institute for Prevention of Workplace Violence, focused on assisting organizations to effectively implement programs to prevent workplace violence. He is a member of the Security Magazine Advisory Board.

Breaking Glass: How Women Thrive in Leadership Roles in the Background Screening Industry

Barry Nixon

November 15, 2017

Women have made inroads into the top leadership positions in corporate America. Today, 26 women are serving as CEOs of Fortune 500 companies (5.2%), and 5.4% are serving as CEOs of Fortune 1000 companies.

Infinity Screening: Why Background Checks Should Never End

Barry Nixon

February 14, 2012

New screening tools are becoming available that will help businesses be informed about their employees as it relates to professional licenses, certifications, driving records, criminal convictions, immigration status, etc. Having this information will help firms make better decisions that will mitigate the risk associated with many employment decisions including promotions, transfers, etc. and whether employees continue to qualify for the position they hold.

Barry Nixon

May 1, 2009

Level of Attractiveness & Deterrence Matrix It’s really a matter of risk management. Violence in all types and forms must be understood and managed. Over the last two decades, the

In today’s volatile environment, a robust risk management strategy isn’t just a requirement—it’s a foundation for organizational resilience. From cyber threats to climate disruptions, the ability to anticipate, withstand, and adapt to disruption is becoming a hallmark of industry leaders.

Barry Nixon

ARTICLES

Breaking Glass: How Women Thrive in Leadership Roles in the Background Screening Industry

Infinity Screening: Why Background Checks Should Never End

Assessing Workplace Violence Risk to the Business

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