In this episode, Lauren Lewis sits down with Carmelo Morreale, Owner and Partner of Metrodata Services, a nationally accredited pre-employment screening company based in Buffalo, NY.
Carm shares his journey from starting as an intern in 2009 to eventually purchasing the company with his business partner in 2022. What started as “just a job” turned into a career rooted in accountability, compliance, and community.
Together, Lauren and Carm discuss:
Why transparency matters — with clients and with your team
The real cost of a bad hire (and why screening matters more than ever)
Automation, compliance, and how the industry has evolved
The importance of consent, privacy, and doing things the right way
How strong partnerships (in business and with clients) drive growth
Building a team culture rooted in accountability and service
They also dive into the nuances of pre-employment screening, from drug testing to international checks to continuous monitoring. They explain why education and customer service are just as important as the report itself.
If you’re a business owner, HR leader, or hiring manager, this episode offers a practical and honest look at what happens behind the scenes before someone joins your team, and why it matters.
💼 Connect with Metrodata Services & Carm Morreale
Website: https://www.metrocheck.com
LinkedIn: Carmelo Morreale
Social: Metrodata Services
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Episodes: https://staffbuffalo.com/painpoints
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