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Chris Withers Agenda Screening Services

Chris Withers is the Managing Director of Agenda Screening Services Ltd, leading the charge in redefining the pre-employment screening industry. With over a decade of expertise across Operations, IT, InfoSec, Risk, Legal, and Compliance, Chris directed the creation of

The Agenda System, a revolutionary, cloud-hosted platform that modernises background checks with digital ID, real-time verifications, and compliance automation. Under his
leadership, Agenda has slashed turnaround times, elevated the candidate experience, and
set new benchmarks in regulatory compliance.

Chris combines strategic thinking with deep technical insight, rallying cross-functional teams
and client feedback to build scalable, intuitive solutions. His innovation-driven approach has transformed hiring for clients in sectors from finance to healthcare, positioning Agenda to capture 2.5% of the UK market by 2028. More than a leader, Chris is a catalyst for change, delivering smart, secure, and future-ready screening solutions that put both people and performance first.