Nikki S Holton

Background Check & Employment Screening Expert

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

Additional Information

Nikki Holton is a proven leader in human resource management, with over three decades of experience specializing in employee screening operations for global organizations in highly regulated industries. As a former HR Consultant and Investigator at Eli Lilly, a leading global pharmaceutical manufacturer, Ms. Holton was instrumental in spearheading human resource investigations and managing comprehensive background screening processes. Her work involved close collaboration with legal, global security, and ethics and compliance teams to ensure the integrity and compliance of internal investigations. At Capwell Consulting Group, Ms. Holton serves as an employment screening and HR compliance consultant, providing guidance, research, and testimony related to background screening litigation matters. She advises employers and end-users on navigating the complexities of employment screening policies, state regulations, the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) compliance issues. Her deep expertise and strategic insights have made her a trusted advisor in the industry. Ms. Holton is an active and long-standing member of the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA), where she contributes her expertise as a member of the End User Advisory Committee. She also played a pivotal role as the End User representative on the inaugural Background Screening Agency Accreditation Program (BSAAP), helping to set industry standards that continue to shape best practices in background screening. Ms. Holton is a sought-after speaker, regularly presenting to industry colleagues and human resource professionals on topics such as FCRA compliance, “ban-the-box” legislation, drug testing practices, the Age Discrimination and Employment Act (ADEA), and emerging trends in international background screening. Her commitment to achieving excellence, upholding integrity, and demonstrating respect for diversity have earned her a reputation as an influential leader who consistently models best practices in human resource management.