Sheila Benson founded Employment Screening Services in 1994 and continues to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer. Under her leadership as CEO, ESS has become a top 10, nationally recognized human resource and risk management solution provider, specializing in pre-employment screening and drug testing.
Throughout her career, Sheila has received prestigious awards, including being named a 2-time finalist for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award and the Birmingham Business Journal’s CEO of the Year.
Sheila continues to drive the success of ESS by remaining focused on offering superior service, innovation, and advanced solutions to companies across a growing global marketplace.
Her service extends beyond ESS as she currently serves on the Dean’s Advisory Board for the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Collat School of Business and on the WBENC South Board. She also actively supports community initiatives such as The Exceptional Foundation, the American Cancer Society, and United Way.