Who We Are
Built on Experience. Driven by Service.
Candid Research was created to make screening simpler, faster, and more human.
We Know Hiring Firsthand.
We started inside a staffing company. We know what hiring delays actually cost: lost candidates, delayed start dates, and frustrated hiring managers. So we built something better.
Today, we serve businesses of every size, from small companies making their first hires to high-volume staffing agencies. Whatever your volume, the experience is the same.
Why Clients Choose Candid.
Staffing Experience
We’ve hired at scale. We know what matters.
Same Day Results
Reports completed in hours, not days or weeks.
No Call Centers
Talk to real people who are ready to help.
Our Mission is Simple.
Deliver Fast Results, Accurate Reports, and Excellent Support.
Our Values Guide Everything We Do.
We built Candid Research on referrals. And that says everything.
Trust
We act in the best interest of our clients to create lasting partnerships.
Integrity
We behave with ethical strength, honesty, and accountability at all times.
Service
We go above and beyond to deliver superior quality and excellence.
Passion
We are authentic, enthusiastic, and always help others wholeheartedly.
Respect
We treat others with dignity and genuinely listen to understand their perspective.
Experienced Professionals. Personal Commitment.
Our team brings deep industry experience, operational expertise, and a shared commitment to provide exceptional support.
Patricia Sotelo
President
Pati is responsible for creating the systems and assembling the exceptional team that defines Candid’s excellence. Her relentless drive and passion resonate through the organization. Before her journey with Candid began, Pati helmed a successful staffing company in Orange County, California for over thirty years.
Gabriel Ramirez
Operations Manager
With a distinguished 25-year career with the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Dept, Gabe brings deep operational insight, leadership, and law enforcement experience to our team. His dedication to excellence further solidifies Candid’s prominent standing in the background check industry.
Jo Anne Garcia
Account Manager
Jo Anne works closely with our clients to ensure a smooth and efficient background screening experience. Known for her responsiveness and strong attention to detail, she helps clients navigate the screening process while providing guidance on best practices and compliance requirements.
Andrea La Rosa
Systems Administrator
Andrea plays a key role in maintaining and optimizing the systems that support both our operations and customer experience. Her analytical mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence help ensure efficiency, reliability, and continuous improvement across our platforms.
Phillip Ramirez
Verification Specialist
Phillip is our trusted expert in employment and education verifications. With a keen eye for detail, he carefully reviews, validates, and authenticates information in every report. Both clients and candidates appreciate his clear communication, responsiveness, and steadfast dedication to the verification process.
Rebecca Roeser-Budai
Researcher
Holding a law degree from Chapman University, Becca is skilled at navigating complex data landscapes, sifting through vast records, and works carefully to ensure information is accurate, relevant, and reliable. Becca’s diligence is essential in upholding our reputation for comprehensive background checks.
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Fast, accurate screening with the support you deserve.
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