InfoLink Screening Services, Inc. Names Phillip A. Smith as Chief Executive Officer

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 24, 2004-- Experienced Background Screening and Corporate Investigations Executive Named CEO at Well-Respected Employment Screening Firm

InfoLink Screening Services, Inc., a nationwide provider of employment background checks, drug testing and physical exams, today announced that Phillip A. Smith has joined the company as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Smith brings more than 30 years of experience in the background screening and investigations industry. Mr. Smith replaces InfoLink Co-Founder and CEO, Leslie Jean Nadell, who will continue to serve the company as Chairman of the Board of Directors.

"I have known about and respected InfoLink for years and view this move as an excellent opportunity for me," commented Phil Smith. "I am looking forward to working with InfoLink's talented team of professionals and building upon its successful screening business."

Before joining InfoLink, Mr. Smith was responsible for the management of Wackenhut Corporation's National Research Center, including its background screening and compliance services divisions. Prior to Wackenhut, Mr. Smith served as Vice President for ChoicePoint Services at Pinkerton Services Group, where he managed the operations of its employment screening and verification business. Mr. Smith was also a member of Pinkerton's executive team at the time of its acquisition by ChoicePoint in 2001.

Mr. Smith's expertise includes background investigations, information reporting, claims investigations and management, regulatory compliance and litigation support. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Georgia State University, a Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designation, the Senior Claims Law Associate designation, and a Private Investigator license.

"Phil's strong results-oriented background and his familiarity with operating processes and information technology requirements made him the optimal choice to lead InfoLink through its next growth stage," commented Leslie Nadell.

"Phil's knowledge of the industry, strategic vision, management style and experience at three major background screening firms made for an easy decision for our Board," added Barry Nadell, InfoLink's President and Co-Founder. "InfoLink has established itself as a reputable and innovative force in the employment screening industry. With Phil's leadership, we are confident that we will continue InfoLink's record sales growth, achieve new operational efficiencies, and expand our successful company."

About InfoLink Screening Services, Inc.

InfoLink Screening Services is a leading provider of pre-employment background checks, employee drug testing programs and employment physicals. Thousands of companies nationwide, from small businesses to Fortune 500's, depend on InfoLink before finalizing their hiring decisions. InfoLink's investment in technology and commitment to exceptional service, legal compliance, accuracy and rapid turnaround time is why client referrals account for more than 50% of the companies that use its services. InfoLink Screening Services helps employers Hire with Confidence(TM).

Headquartered in Chatsworth, California, InfoLink is a privately held company celebrating ten years of service in the employment screening industry. For further information, please visit www.infolinkscreening.com or contact 800-990-HIRE (4473).