A GREAT DAY TO THRIVE: JON SCOGGINS’ MISSION TO BUILD A NEW KIND OF PEO

When Jon Scoggins and a small team of Tulsa entrepreneurs gathered in late 2019 to map out a business strategy for a new kind of PEO, optimism was in no short supply. After three decades in the PEO industry, Scoggins had a clear vision for what a modern, people-first model could look like: elevated relationships …

TEN QUESTIONS FROM A RECENT REBRAND

Brand is culture made visible. If employees don’t wear it proudly, the market won’t either.

• SALES & MARKETING

THE NEW AGE OF GLOBAL PAYROLL

As organizations expand their operations across borders, managing payroll on a global scale has become both more critical and more complex. Today’s businesses must navigate a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by international regulations, technological advancements, and shifting economic conditions. Understanding the challenges and solutions related to global payroll is essential for companies seeking to remain …

• PAYROLL

2025 IN REVIEW: THE YEAR EMPLOYMENT LAW GOT REAL

At the start of 2025, only a dozen states had formal pay transparency mandates. By year-end, that number has more than doubled.

• LEGAL & LEGISLATIVE

THE ROI OF A MODERN 401(K): TURNING BENEFITS INTO BUSINESS RESULTS

In today’s competitive labor market, retirement plans are no longer just a perk—they’re a strategic lever for business growth. For PEOs, the modern 401(k) offers measurable returns in productivity, retention, and client acquisition. As the PEO industry continues to expand and diversify, the ability to deliver scalable, high-impact retirement solutions is becoming a key differentiator. …

• HR & BENEFITS

LOOKING BACK TO MOVE FORWARD: INSIGHTS FROM 2025

From generational clashes to differing views on diversity, remote work, and ethics, today’s PEOs and their HR Professionals are navigating a more divided employee environment than ever before.

• HR & BENEFITS

MAINTAINING YOUR COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE: ESSENTIAL FINANCIAL BENEFITS TO WIN OVER MARKET SHARE

As inflation, student debt, and healthcare costs continue to strain household budgets, employees increasingly expect their employers to act as partners in financial health.

• HR & BENEFITS

FROM CUBA TO CORPORATE SUCCESS: A FATHER-SON JOURNEY IN THE PEO INDUSTRY

Escaping communist Cuba via Operation Pedro Pan, an underground network that brought over 14,000 unaccompanied children to the U.S., he began an inspirational journey that would one day shape an entire industry.

PEOS IN THE COMMUNITY: AXCET: MAKING PHILANTHROPY PART OF THE COMPANY’S CULTURE

Since its founding in 1988, the award-winning business has instilled a culture of giving back through company programs and by offering volunteer time off for team members to engage with the community.

MOVING BEYOND THE FOUNDER: TRANISTIONS THAT WORK

Without a plan, succession defaults to crisis management. Decisions stall, clients get nervous, and employees start looking elsewhere.

• FINANCE & OPERATIONS

HOW WE BUILT “BETH”: OUR 90-DAY JOURNEY TO TRANSFORM BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION WITH AI

Beth was a great experiment to show us the art of the possible. We're actively looking at how AI can unlock opportunities for our employees and clients in the future.

• CYBERSECURITY & TECHNOLOGY
• HR & BENEFITS

WORKPLACE INVESTIGATIONS AS A COMPLIANCE PARTNER

What separates resilient companies from reactive ones isn’t the absence of issues; it’s a thoughtful, consistent, and purposeful response.

• HR & BENEFITS
• LEGAL & LEGISLATIVE

THE MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS AT WORK

The post-pandemic surge in anxiety, depression, OCD, and eating disorders isn’t just more of the same—it’s faster-moving, earlier-onset, and hitting employer health plans harder. PEOs can blunt this by pairing proven therapies (like ERP/CBT) with modern, always-on digital supports, closing the “pre-claim” gap before crises spill into costly claims. WHY DID THIS BECOME A CRISIS? …

• HR & BENEFITS

MEET BILL MANESS: NAPEO’S 2025-2026 BOARD CHAIR

Bill Maness is the founder and CEO of Syndeo, the only Wichita, Kansas-based PEO. He’s been an active member of NAPEO since joining the industry nearly three decades ago. This October he takes the reins as chair of NAPEO’s board of directors. He recently spoke with PEO Insider ® to share a bit about his …

TRUMP’S $100,000 H-1B VISA FEE: WHAT IT MEANS FOR PEOS

With the new $100,000 fee, the economics change dramatically. For smaller employers — many of whom partner with PEOs for HR and compliance — the barrier may now feel insurmountable.

• LEGAL & LEGISLATIVE

STEP INTO WELLNESS: THE THIRD ANNUAL EVERY STEP COUNTS 5K RETURNS THIS OCTOBER

This October, Landrum is proud to host its Third Annual Every Step Counts 5K Run/Walk, a community-driven event that celebrates movement, mental wellness, and meaningful connection. What began as a simple initiative to promote physical activity has become a powerful tradition that brings together individuals, families, and organizations across the Gulf Coast of Florida. Giving back …

PEO PULSE: KEY METRICS ON THE RISE

The results of NAPEO’s PEO Pulse Survey for the second quarter of 2025 show the PEO industry with strong momentum. Compared to the same period in 2024, survey results show widespread increases in revenue, profitability, client count, and worksite employees (WSEs), alongside continued wage pressures and steady-to-improving workers’ compensation claims. Importantly, optimism for the year …

REPOSITIONING THE PEO VALUE PROPOSITION: FROM OPERATIONAL SUPPORT TO STRATEGIC GROWTH

These are strategic outcomes that resonate with growth-minded business leaders. We must ensure the message we’re sending to the market reflects this.

• SALES & MARKETING

3 STRATEGIES TO INTEGRATE EOR IN YOUR PEO’S GO-TO-MARKET STRATEGY

PEOs that focus on personalization, sales enablement, and compliance expertise will become indispensable to clients. You can strengthen your clients’ domestic position and build a foundation for global growth.

• SALES & MARKETING

BUILDING A RESILIENT WORKFORCE THROUGH COMPREHENSIVE SCREENING

Strategic screening is essential for protecting your organization’s most valuable assets: your people, your clients, and your intellectual property.

• HR & BENEFITS

THE BEST BENEFITS FOR A MULTIGENERATIONAL WORKFORCE IN 2025

Recognition fuels engagement across age groups. ZayZoon’s Motivating and retaining Gen Z report found that half of Gen Z employees don’t feel heard or valued.

• HR & BENEFITS

BUILDING A CULTURE THAT STANDS OUT ABOVE THE REST

A strong culture doesn’t happen by chance; it’s built on a foundation of trust, transparency, and a shared purpose. Just like the best sports teams, a successful organization has a mission and a set of core values that guide every decision and action.

• HR & BENEFITS

FROM THREAT TO PARTNERSHIP: HOW MY VIEW OF PEOS EVOLVED AS AN HR PROFESSIONAL

So today, when I hear someone say, “We already have HR,” my response is: Exactly. That’s why a PEO makes sense.

• HR & BENEFITS

STRIKING THE RIGHT CHORD: HOW NAPEO GIVES BACK WILL SUPPORT ANTHROPOS ARTS

Every fall, the PEO community gathers for NAPEO’s Annual Conference and Marketplace, a time to connect, learn, and collaborate. Beyond the sessions and networking, what makes this event especially meaningful to me is the chance to support a cause through NAPEO Gives Back. What makes NAPEO Gives Back meaningful isn’t just the cause we support, …