Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for Q3 2025 reached a record $23.1 million, up 21% year-over-year [6][12] - Adjusted gross profit was a record $19.4 million, resulting in an adjusted gross margin of 84%, up one percentage point [6][12] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was a record $9 million, an increase of 35% year-over-year, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 39%, up four percentage points [12] - Adjusted net income increased 75% to a record $5.8 million, resulting in adjusted earnings of $0.39 per diluted share [12][17] - Free cash flow for the quarter was a record $7.3 million, a 51% increase from $4.8 million a year ago [17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - IDI added over 300 customers, ending the quarter with over 9,800 customers [6][12] - Forewarn added over 25,000 users, with over 590 realtor associations contracted [6][12] - The investigative vertical showed strong performance, driven by demand from law enforcement and investigative customers [12][14] - The emerging markets vertical, including retail, legal, repossession, government, and healthcare, contributed to growth [12][14] - Collections experienced high teens revenue growth, indicating a steady recovery [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Government sector wins included contracts with state toll authorities and departments of revenue, indicating strong public sector performance [7][22] - Gross revenue retention remained strong at 96%, improving by two percentage points year-over-year [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to invest in platform capabilities, product advancements, and AI integration to enhance competitive advantages [6][8] - The strategic focus is on expanding go-to-market capabilities and enhancing proprietary data assets [8][9] - A $15 million increase to the share repurchase program was announced, reflecting confidence in the company's growth trajectory [9][10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in closing out 2025 as another record year, supported by a strong sales pipeline and disciplined execution [11][18] - The company is excited about the opportunities in the public sector and background screening markets, anticipating significant growth in 2026 [22][25] Other Important Information - Cash and cash equivalents were $45.4 million at the end of Q3 2025, up from $36.5 million at year-end 2024 [17] - The company purchased 15,437 shares at an average price of $42.26 during the quarter [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Details on traction with larger public and enterprise sector customers - Management highlighted investments in the public sector division and background screening solutions, noting recent wins with state toll authorities and large payroll processors [22][23] Question: Addressable market for large toll authorities and payroll processing - Management indicated that every state has some form of toll authority, presenting substantial market opportunities, and emphasized the enormous background screening industry [24][25] Question: Renewals and ARPU growth for Forewarn - Management confirmed strong renewals and retention rates for Forewarn, with plans to add features that could enhance pricing during renewals [30][32] Question: Customer pipeline for Q4 - Management expressed excitement about the strong customer pipeline but noted potential seasonal slowdowns in Q4 due to fewer business days [34] Question: Expectations for gross margin in Q4 - Management expects gross margins to remain consistent with Q3 levels, around 82%-84% [38] Question: Attractiveness of current share price for buyback - Management affirmed that the current share price is attractive and emphasized the importance of investing in the business for long-term growth [39]