Sign in

Scott Staples

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at FIRST ADVANTAGE
Board
Since April 2017
Age
58 years
Education
Holds a B.A. from the University of Delaware and an M.B.A. from Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Tenure
Joined First Advantage in April 2017 as Chief Executive Officer after an extensive career that included co-founding Mindtree Ltd. and leadership roles in various companies.

Also at FIRST ADVANTAGE

BTJ
Bret T. Jardine
EVP, General Counsel, and Secretary
JMS
Joelle M. Smith
President
SM
Steven Marks
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About

Scott Staples is the 58-year-old Chief Executive Officer of First Advantage, bringing a wealth of experience from his previous roles and entrepreneurial ventures.

With over two decades in the industry, his early career encompassed significant positions at Cambridge Technology Partners, Gemini Consulting, and Prudential, followed by a remarkable 17-year tenure as President Americas & Global Head of Business Groups at Mindtree Ltd., which he co-founded.

Since joining First Advantage in April 2017, he has led the company through pivotal strategic initiatives, including transformative digital innovations and major acquisitions that have broadened the company’s portfolio and global footprint.

His professional journey is marked by a consistent emphasis on leadership, innovation, and strategic growth, making him a key figure in shaping the company's direction and success.

$FA Performance Under Scott Staples

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Mindtree Ltd. Co-founder and President Americas & Global Head of Business Groups 17 years Digital transformation and IT services company
Cambridge Technology Partners / Gemini Consulting / Prudential Various roles 10 years Early career roles in technology consulting and financial services

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2023
Component Name [Citation]Amount [Citation]Payment Schedule [Citation]Additional Details [Citation]
Base Salary $600,000 Annual Fixed annual cash compensation; remained unchanged from 2022 to 2023
401(k) Employer Matching Contribution $4,996 Annual Discretionary employer matching contribution under the company's 401(k) Plan for 2023

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2023

No information available on performance compensation for 2023