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• Philippines Investigators See Demand in Hong Kong
• Philippines Detectives Report Growth, Despite Bad Economy
• Philippines Private Detectives Added to Philippine PI™
• Romance Scams Increase Demand for Philippine PI Investigators
• Philippines Private Investigators Receive Training at Philippine PI
• Philippine PI Private Detectives See Rise in Online Dating Scams
• Philippine PI Reports Increase in Philippines Background Checks
• Philippine PI Adds to Team of Philippines Private Investigators
Philippines Investigators See Demand in Hong Kong
POSTED BY: Jeff Duncan, March 27, 2012
Philippine PI reported that business between Hong Kong and the Philippines is growing.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (March 27, 2012) – Philippine PI™, a professional private investigation company specializing in background checks, due diligence and surveillance services in the Philippines and across Asia, reported today a significant growth in Hong Kong based cases and clients. Management sees significant opportunity in the Asia market for background checks, corporate due diligence and pre employment screening. In addition to more cases across Asia, demand is also up from Hong Kong clients requesting investigation services in the Philippines.
The company sees considerable opportunity in Hong Kong going forward, and management has successfully increased the number of business contracts for pre employment services with several multi-national corporations in the region. Many companies routinely hire Filipino workers as domestic helpers to be assigned to Chinese families. Outsourcing contracts are also growing and local companies are seeking qualified Filipino workers to save money on payroll. More Filipinos are becoming ideal candidates in the information technology and customer service industries because of their English language and their willingness to work for lower wages than Hong Kong nationals. The result is a sharp rise in pre employment and background check requests.
Reputable Philippines investigators are in demand in Hong Kong to verify new hires and also new business partnerships between Hong Kong and Philippine companies. More companies in Manila are bidding on projects and outsourcing opportunities, as well as direct partnerships where Chinese and Philippines companies will work together. “With new business contacts and investment opportunities, comes a strong need for vetting and due diligence,” said William J. Carter, Vice President of Private Investigations. “When it comes to hiring, companies need to minimize their risk and verify candidates. Our firm continues to be the one stop shop for these services.”
Philippine PI™ began operations in 2007 and maintains a trusted investigation team in the Philippines, and in Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia. A strong focus on client service and highly qualified field investigators has enabled the firm to achieve double digit annual growth each year since inception. The firm is verified by Truste, McAfee and the U.S. Better Business Bureau.
About Philippine PI™
Philippine PI, LLC is a recognized leader in private investigation services in the Philippines and across Asia. The U.S.-managed company offers discreet Philippines investigation, corporate due diligence, background checks, surveillance, pre employment, missing person searches and fraud screening.
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Philippines Detectives Report Growth, Despite Economy
POSTED BY: Jeff Duncan, September 13, 2011
Philippine PI reported growth for the second quarter, and the firm will push on with plans to expand in Malaysia and Singapore.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (September 13, 2011) – Philippine PI™, a professional private investigation firm specializing in background checks and detective services in the Philippines and Southeast Asia, reported today 9% revenue growth for the second quarter of 2011. The company is moving forward with plans to expand into the Malaysia and Singapore private investigation markets. Despite the global recession, Philippines detectives in Manila and Cebu have seen a steady flow of demand due to high fraud risk in the country. While demand for pre-employment screening has decreased, the Company reports a steady growth in corporate due diligence, background checks and surveillance services, which are often needed for infidelity concerns or online relationships.
Hiring qualified professional investigators with prior experience in federal law enforcement or military has helped increase the Company’s market share. In the Philippines, most investigators are former NBI (National Bureau of Investigation) or AFP (Armed Forces of the Philippines) agents who have the training and professional associations needed to facilitate case results.
The recession and economic problems in Asia and elsewhere have created a difficult growth environment for private investigators around the world. Client referrals and returning clients are important growth factors for the firm. Philippine PI is currently hiring investigators in the Philippines. Expansion into the Malaysia market will take place in 2012, with investigators based in Kuala Lumpur as early as January, and a Singapore-based team will be added by July 2012.
A diverse portfolio of investigation and verification services has enabled the Company to weather the economic turmoil, and management is forecasting a 10 to 12% annual growth rate for 2011. “Using only highly trained Philippines investigators continues to promote satisfied clients in the U.K., U.S., Australia and Canada, which in turn generates more business from client referrals,” said William J. Carter, Vice President of Private Investigations. “Our goal is to establish the same business model in Malaysia, where there is a shortage of qualified investigators and professional services.”
Philippine PI™ began operations in 2007 and maintains a dedicated investigation team on the ground in the Philippines. The firm is verified by McAfee, Truste and U.S. Better Business Bureau.
About Philippine PI™
Philippine PI, LLC is a recognized leader in private investigation services in the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The U.S.-managed company offers discreet investigations, corporate due diligence, background checks, surveillance, criminal cases, missing person searches and fraud screening. Philippine PI is a subsidiary of Wymoo® International, an international investigations firm.
Philippines Private Detectives Added to Philippine PI™
POSTED BY: Jeff Duncan, June 22, 2011
Philippine PI reported today that the firm will add to its Philippines-based investigation team, as demand for its professional investigation services continues to grow.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (June 22, 2011) – JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (June 22, 2011) – Philippine PI™, a professional background check and private investigation firm based in the U.S. specializing in discreet investigation services in Southeast Asia and the Philippines, announced today the addition to its team of existing Philippines private detectives in Manila and Cebu. The firm continues to expand its operations in the Philippines and neighboring Asian countries. The addition of professional field investigators to the existing team comes after 4 years of growth since the firm’s inception in 2007.
Despite a global recession and depressed economic activity, business demand for verification services remains high. The company expects to add three new field investigators to the Philippines by October 2011. Clients from the U.S., U.K., Canada and Australia continue to rely on Philippine PI for discreet due diligence and background checks prior to entering into business deals, due to the high risk of fraud and scams in the Philippines. Additionally, risk for romance scams and relationship fraud from online dating and social networking has increased, and more clients are turning to the company to minimize that risk. Management expects dating background checks, pre-marital checks and surveillance, due diligence and Philippines background checks to remain in demand.
“We continue to see a significant inflow of clients who are seeking more professional services,” said William J. Carter, Vice President of Private Investigations. “While there are a seemingly large number of Philippines private investigation services, the options for professional services are quite limited.” Untrained persons and websites claiming to be investigators is an ongoing problem, and the U.S. Embassy receives regular complaints regarding investigator scams and reports of incompetence. Management’s strategy of hiring qualified detectives from the NBI (National Bureau of Investigation) and AFP (Armed Forces of the Philippines) is paying off.
Philippine PI™ is U.S. owned and managed. The company is verified by Truste, McAfee and the U.S. Better Business Bureau. By focusing on expert investigators and client service, management expects to further increase market share, and achieve a 25% growth rate for 2011.
About Philippine PI™
Philippine PI, LLC is a leading Philippines private investigator and detective agency focusing on the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The firm specializes in verifying relationships for clients in the U.K., U.S., Australia and Canada. The U.S.-managed company focuses on client service and provides discreet investigations, corporate due diligence, background checks, surveillance, infidelity and fraud screening. Philippine PI is a subsidiary of Wymoo® International.
Romance Scams Increase Demand for Philippine PI Investigators
POSTED BY: Jeff Duncan, April 12, 2011
Philippine PI reported today that romance scams continue to be a serious problem in the Philippines, and demand for verification services related to online dating and romance scams is up.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (April 12, 2011) – Philippine PI™, a professional private investigation firm based in the U.S. specializing in Philippines private investigators and Southeast Asia background checks, reported today that demand for investigations was stronger than expected for the first quarter of 2011. Management cited a significant rise in romance scams and online dating fraud as part of the fundamentals driving demand for background check and private investigator services.
Philippine PI™ has increased its market share in the Philippines in the past three years to gain the recognition of being the largest private investigation company operating in the Philippines. When searching for Philippines private detectives, many international clients choose to go with a well established firm with professional field investigators who have the proper training. Because Philippine PI™ only hires investigators with a proven track record in the NBI (National Bureau of Investigation), the PNP (Philippine National Police), or the AFP (Armed Forces of the Philippines), the Company has done well to distinguish itself from the competition. The firm is also verified by the U.S. Better Business Bureau, McAfee and Truste, with zero complaints on file with those organizations.
The Company continues to offer full service private investigations, including those which focus on online dating, internet relationships, infidelity and marriage schemes. “We saw a rise in demand for romance scam related cases during the first quarter, compared to 2010 levels, and this growing risk in the Philippines is increasing demand for our background check services,” said William J. Carter, Vice President of Private Investigations. “Our team is dedicated to protecting clients from fraud and scams throughout the Philippines, whether it be a corporate client in Manila or Hong Kong, or an individual in the U.S. or Australia.” Demand for different investigation services changes along with shifts in the economic and political environment, and management expects the recent rise in Philippine romance scams is directly related to the continued problems in the Philippine and global economy.
About Philippine PI™
Philippine PI, LLC is a leading Philippines background check and private detective agency focusing on the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The firm specializes in verifying relationships for clients in the U.K., U.S., Australia, Canada and Europe. The U.S. managed company focuses on client service, and provides discreet investigations, corporate due diligence, background checks, surveillance, infidelity cases, fraud and scam screening, and more. Philippine PI is a subsidiary of Wymoo® International.
Philippines Private Investigators Receive Training at Philippine PI
POSTED BY: Jeff Duncan, January 6, 2011
Philippine PI, LLC announced today a new training program for the Philippines investigation team.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (January 6, 2011) – Philippine PI™, a professional private investigation firm based in the U.S. specializing in Philippines private investigators and discreet background check and investigation services, announced today the start of advanced training for the company’s field investigators. This agreement was made between a private U.S. based law enforcement consulting company and Philippine PI™ and is effective immediately. The semi-annual training course will enable the firm’s investigators to stay current on the latest technology and investigation methods. The strict use of highly trained field investigators continues to support the firm’s strong growth rate.
Philippine PI™ has filled an important role, as the options for professional investigators in the Philippines remains limited. Corporate and individual clients rely on the Company for due diligence, fraud and scam screening, infidelity and Philippines surveillance, background checks, and missing persons. Philippine PI operates according to U.S. business practices, and is dedicated to superior client service. Although most hired private investigators have a proven track record in the NBI (National Bureau of Investigation), the PNP (Philippine National Police), or the AFP (Armed Forces of the Philippines), the additional training will provide further education in tactics and investigation techniques, and reflect those taught in U.S. academies, such as FLETC in Georgia.
The Company continues to gain market share with the difference between local investigators and trained professionals becoming more widely known. “We are expanding our team in Manila, Cebu and Davao, and clients are definitely realizing that you get what you pay for,” said William J. Carter, Vice President of Private Investigations. “Our investigators are excited about learning from their U.S. counterparts, and expert training means better results for our clients and our Company.”
The risk from romance scams and internet fraud in the Philippines remains at a high level. Investigators urge clients to use a Philippines PI with an established reputation. Philippine PI reported a growth rate of 35% for 2010, and is verified by the BBB, Truste and McAfee.
About Philippine PI™
Philippine PI, LLC is a leading Philippines background check and private detective agency focusing on the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The firm specializes in verifying relationships for clients in the U.S. and U.K., Canada, Australia and Europe. The U.S. managed company provides confidential private investigations, due diligence, background checks, surveillance, infidelity cases, fraud and romance scam screening, and more. Philippine PI is a subsidiary of Wymoo® International.
Philippine PI Private Detectives See Rise in Online Dating Scams
POSTED BY: Jeff Duncan, October 1, 2010
Philippine PI, LLC reported today the sharp rise in online dating scams originating from the Philippines and a corresponding increase in demand for background checks.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (October 1, 2010) – Philippine PI™, a professional private investigation company based in the U.S. specializing in Philippines background checks and investigation services, announced today a sharp rise in the reported number of internet dating scams affecting clients from the U.S., Canada, Europe and Australia. The risk from romance scams and internet fraud involving the Philippines is greater than ever. The Company reports that background checks and private investigations for internet scams are up 30% over 2009 levels, and investigators urge consumers to proceed with caution in romantic relationships involving the Philippines.
Philippines dating scams and fraud are booming according to Philippines private investigators. Although pre-employment, due diligence and corporate fraud cases have decreased due to the staggering global economy, infidelity and romance scam cases are up significantly. Philippine PI expects to report an annual growth rate of 25% for 2010 primarily due to the increase in background checks and surveillance services resulting from romance scam cases.
Philippine PI™ remains one of the largest private investigation firms operating in the Philippines, with agents in Manila, Cebu, Davao and Cagayan. According to the U.S. management team, the focus on hiring the most qualified investigators has paid off, and almost half of the company’s clients now come from referrals. “We only hire and work with field investigators with a proven track record in military or law enforcement, and that has made all the difference,” said William Carter, Vice President of Private Investigations. “Corporate and individual clients rely on our expertise and coordination with agencies like the NBI (National Bureau of Investigation), PNP (Philippine National Police) and the AFP (Armed Forces of the Philippines).” The Company maintains contacts at embassies, the Philippines Bureau of Immigration, and the NSO (National Statistics Office). Skilled investigators and a wide network of professional contacts enable thorough and accurate investigations.
The U.S. managed firm is verified by Truste, McAfee and the Better Business Bureau.
About Philippine PI™
Philippine PI, LLC is a leading Philippines private detective and background check company focusing on the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The company specializes in verifying personal and business relationships for U.S., Canada, Australia and Europe based clients. The U.S. managed firm provides confidential private investigations, pre-employment, due diligence, background checks, surveillance, infidelity investigations, fraud and romance scam screening, process server, criminal cases, and missing person searches. Philippine PI™ is a subsidiary of Wymoo® International.
Philippine PI Reports Increase in Philippines Background Checks
POSTED BY: Jeff Duncan, July 8, 2010
Philippine PI announced today a strong performance in Philippines background check services for individual and corporate clients in the region.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (July 8, 2010) – Philippine PI, a U.S. based professional private investigation firm specializing in Philippines background checks and discreet investigation services, announced today that contracts for background checks nearly doubled YTD versus 2009. An increase in client referrals and high fraud levels both supported the growth.
Philippine PI™ currently makes up the largest team of private investigators operating in the Philippines, with 14 full time professional field investigators on the ground throughout the country. In addition, agents and support staff are in Manila and Cebu, while the firm maintains a U.S. management team. Corporate customers now represent approximately 40% of the firm’s investigation portfolio. Management expects both individual and corporate case loads to continue to grow, and the growth rate for 2010 is projected at 30%.
With the lack of professionally trained investigators in the Philippines, Philippine PI has filled an important niche market. Global clients rely on the Company to operate according to U.S. business practices, and Philippine PI™ is dedicated to the highest quality service. The firm is verified by Truste, McAfee and the U.S. Better Business Bureau. All hired Philippines private investigators must have a proven track record in military or federal law enforcement. Many on the team are former agents of agencies such as the NBI (National Bureau of Investigation), the PNP (Philippine National Police), and the AFP (Armed Forces of the Philippines).
High risk for business fraud and romance scams in the Philippines has fueled demand for background checks, and demand is expected to remain strong through 2012. “Many clients are referred to us from previous or existing clients, from Embassies and even from Philippine police and government agencies, who have limited ability to investigate all the crimes and private affairs,” said William J. Carter, Vice President of Private Investigations. “We expect our high growth rate to continue as our team of Philippine private detectives fills the need for trained professionals, and as our focus on client service generates more referrals.”
About Philippine PI™
Philippine PI, LLC is a leading investigation and background check company specializing in the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The firm specializes in verifying personal and business relationships for clients around the globe. The U.S. managed company provides confidential private investigations, pre-marital and pre-employment, due diligence, background checks, surveillance, infidelity investigations, fraud and romance scam screening, process server, and missing person searches.
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Philippine PI™ Adds to Team of Philippine Private Investigators
POSTED BY: Jeff Duncan, February 15, 2010
Philippine PI announced today the expansion of its private investigation business in the Philippines, with the hire of two additional field investigators.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (February 15, 2010) – Philippine PI, a U.S. based private investigation company specializing in Philippine background checks and private investigation, announced today that it will add two new professional field investigators to its team of private investigators, effective March 1, 2010. This addition to the team of professional field investigators will put the number of full time investigators at 14, making Philippine PI™ one of the largest professional private investigation companies operating in the Philippines.
The two new field investigators will be based out of Manila, and both share a similar professional background, having investigation experience with the NBI (National Bureau of Investigation) as well as the AFP (Armed Forces of the Philippines). As with all Philippine PI investigators, the new Philippine private investigators are professionally trained and will have access to the latest technology and equipment to deliver results for our clients.
“We’re excited about the addition of these investigators, and also about the continuing growth of our investigation team,” said William Carter, Vice President of Private Investigations. “Our team of field investigators continues to gain recognition for its professionalism and expert reporting, while our U.S. based management team remains focused on client service.” Management is expanding the team of investigators in response to the high demand for Philippine PI™ services, and after achieving 2009 Company growth expectations.
To ensure clients receive the best in Philippine private investigation, the firm only hires investigators with a proven track record. All Philippine PI field investigators have professional training and work experience in federal law enforcement and/or military. In addition, hired Philippine private detectives have the constant support, expertise and resources provided by the home office in the United States. Clients rely on the Company to operate according to U.S. business practices, and Philippine PI™ is dedicated to delivering quality results. Verified by McAfee, Truste and the Better Business Bureau.
About Philippine PI™
Philippine PI, LLC is a leading investigation and background check company specializing in the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The firm specializes in verifying personal and business relationships for clients around the globe. The Florida based company provides confidential investigation services, including due diligence, background checks, surveillance, infidelity investigations, fraud and scam screening, heir searches and process server, and missing person searches.
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