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KEENA: ALL IN ON PEO

It became clear that PEO was the direction KEENA should take. That decision sparked a company transformation that’s included a rebrand, many new team members and a strong commitment to offering robust PEO services and expertise.

BY Chris Chaney

June/July 2025

RETHINKING THE PEO SALES FUNNEL

The world of B2B sales is undergoing a dramatic shift—and the PEO industry is not exempt. In fact, if your pipeline development strategy still relies heavily on traditional outbound tactics and seller-led conversations, you may be missing a significant percentage of today’s buying activity. According to the 2024 B2B Buyer Experience Report by 6sense, today’s …

BY Dean Moothart

June/July 2025

SMART RESPONSES TO TARIFFS AND CASH CONSTRAINTS

With the new tariff policies dominating headlines, proactively managing risk is essential. Businesses must stay ahead of the turbulence by monitoring cash flow and acting decisively to protect the bottom line and customer relationships. Taking strategic action now may not fully insulate your business from the changing environment but may help mitigate some of the …

BY Joe Chevalier

May 2025

CARVE-OUT ARRANGEMENTS AND OTHER CLIENT SERVICE AGREEMENT CHALLENGES

Recently, I had an opportunity to speak at the NAPEO Operations Workshop, held in New Orleans on April 8, 2025, on the topic of Carve-Out arrangements. My co-presenter was Paul Hughes of Libertate Insurance, a leading expert in workers’ compensation insurance and PEOs. I was pleased to see that we had standing room only for …

BY TORBEN S. MADSON, ESQ.

June/July 2025

FROM REGULATORY CHAOS TO STRATEGIC ADVANTAGE: BEST PRACTICES FOR IMPLEMENTING NEW REGULATIONS

In our tracking of regulatory changes affecting our clients across multiple jurisdictions, we’ve documented an average of at least 50 significant compliance updates annually — changes that can overwhelm even the most diligent business owners. One of the major selling points of a PEO for overworked administrators, in addition to payroll processing or benefits administration …

BY DEBORAH DHUY

June/July 2025

BUILDING BETTER RETIREMENT OUTCOMES: BEST PRACTICES FOR PEOS SUPPORTING CLIENT PLANS

More businesses are offering retirement plans—not just because they have to, but because employees expect it. For PEOs, that shift creates a clear opportunity: to help clients go beyond basic compliance and build retirement solutions that serve both their teams and their business goals. State-sponsored programs have pushed this issue into the spotlight. But the …

BY Kristen Fradiani

June/July 2025

A Q&A WITH CHAIRMAN JASON SMITH

As Congress continues working on the budget reconciliation bill to extend the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Chairman Smith and his committee are leading the charge. He spoke with PEO Insider ® to share a little about his background, policy goals and explain why this legislation is so important for small businesses.

BY Chris Chaney

May 2025

THE ART OF WRITING: AMIE REMINGTON’S JOURNEY AS AN AUTHOR

For the past few years, Saturday mornings for Amie Remington looked a bit different than most. The 20-year PEO industry veteran spent the early hours of the day writing, editing, and re-writing drafts of her recently published book, The Art (and Science) of HR: A Legal Guide for New Managers, CEOs and Leaders in Between.

BY Chris Chaney

May 2025

KEY COMPLIANCE DEVELOPMENTS PEOS MUST NAVIGATE IN 2025

The 2025 compliance landscape presents significant challenges for PEOs but also creates opportunities to deliver exceptional value to clients.

BY JENIFER DUGGAN, J.D., SPHR-CA, SHRM-CP

May 2025

NEXTEP: A PEOPLE FIRST COMMITMENT

For its nearly three decades of existence, Nextep has prided itself on its people-first commitment. That mantra has extended both to its employees as well as to the communities it serves in the Norman, Oklahoma area and beyond. For years, Nextep employees gave back in myriad ways, often on their own time and their own accord.

BY Evan Fallor

May 2025

PEOS AS KEY PARTNERS IN AI COMPLIANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT

As trusted advisors, PEOs are uniquely positioned to guide their clients through the complexities of integrating AI into HR operations. The goal should be to improve efficiency, but also to ensure that legal and ethical responsibilities are met. 

BY CRISTINA FAHRBACH-CONNORS, J.D., PHR

May 2025

Are Your Customers RIF-Ready?

Perhaps the most scrutinized part of any RIF – and therefore the most critical – is the selection process used to determine which employees will be let go.

BY John Polson, Esq.

May 2025

WORKERS’ COMP. ON OUR MINDS: UPDATES & TRENDS FROM KEY STATES

The first few months of 2025 have been filled with legislative and regulatory activity in the states. One particular area of interest to PEOs is workers’ compensation insurance.

BY Hannah Walker, Esq.

May 2025

FROM WISH LIST TO BILL TEXT

Even though reconciliation is a partisan political exercise, NAPEO continues to take a bipartisan approach to federal advocacy.

BY Alex Milliken

May 2025

Finally, Some Good News About ACA Reporting: Less Paperwork (potentially)

In contrast to many other laws, the Paperwork Burden Reduction Act is a law that might actually do what it claims—reduce paperwork!

BY Malcolm Slee, Esq.

May 2025

THE HIRING COMPLIANCE TIGHTROPE

States like California, Colorado, Illinois, and Washington have implemented strict pay transparency laws, with penalties for non-compliance reaching thousands of dollars per violation.

BY Joshua Siler

May 2025

THREE GROWTH CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS FOR PEOS

The PEO industry continues to experience rapid expansion, creating new opportunities and challenges for providers. As demand for outsourced HR services grows, PEOs must balance scalability with operational efficiency while also addressing workforce shortages and regulatory complexities. Staying ahead in this evolving landscape requires strategic planning and the adoption of innovative solutions that drive growth …

BY Rick Torrence

April 2025

EDUCATE, RETAIN, & EXPAND: 3 STEPS TO GUIDE YOUR PEO GROWTH JOURNEY

The PEO business has been good. I’ve enjoyed my career in this field, and I am energized to help all parties reap the benefits that a PEO offers. But did you know that only 17% of US companies with 10-99 employees currently use a PEO? A tremendous potential for growth exists in the marketplace, and …

BY Mark Steiger

April 2025

BUILDING PREMIUM PEO EXPERIENCES: THE TECHNOLOGY PHILOSOPHY AT ARMHR

As the Product Manager at Armhr, I’ve had a front-row seat to witness how a thoughtful technology strategy can transform a PEO. Our approach isn’t just about implementing fast solutions – it’s about crafting lasting experiences that resonate with our ideal customers while leveraging and innovating on proven technology foundations. THE POWER OF STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP …

BY Samani Upadhyay

April 2025

OUTDATED TO OUTSTANDING: MODERNIZING YOUR PEO

With the continuous rise of AI and automation, every company – and PEO – is feeling the pressure to modernize. Keeping up with the Joneses has never been a more acute feeling for businesses struggling to adapt to the changing environment than right now, and that feeling isn’t entirely misplaced. As the digital transformation rolls …

BY Ryan R. Mossman

April 2025

HOW TRUMP’S IMMIGRATION ORDERS CAN AFFECT U.S. EMPLOYERS

To fulfill his 2024 campaign promises, President Donald Trump has issued a series of executive orders (EOs) on immigration during his initial weeks in office. Much of their focus has been on border security, removal of undocumented aliens, and birthright citizenship, but these directives could have a significant impact on U.S. employers and their operations. …

BY Brian McDermott, ESQ.

April 2025

IMMIGRATION SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR 2025

It’s been a tumultuous start of the second Trump administration when it comes to immigration, and things won’t be slowing down anytime soon. QUICK OVERVIEW We expect an increase in I-9 audits, worksite raids, and broader scrutiny of hiring practices, including the United States Department of Justice (USDOJ) and the EEOC prioritizing national origin and …

BY John Polson, ESQ.

April 2025

PARTNERS IN WELL-BEING: HOW PEOS CAN HELP SUPPORT WORKSITE EMPLOYEE WELLNESS

Benefits management in today’s rapidly evolving landscape can be challenging. In fact, according to Guardian’s recent report, The Power of PEO Partnerships, 63% of businesses with less than 50 worksite employees strongly agree that managing benefits has become more complex. Yet this space is also ripe with opportunity. Especially as worksite employees nationwide often struggle …

BY Michael Prestileo

April 2025

AI MUST-HAVES FOR PEOS: ELEVATING HEALTH BENEFITS & STRENGTHENING CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS

PEOs have helped businesses manage HR, payroll, compliance, benefits, and more for decades. As healthcare costs soar and employee expectations evolve, traditional PEO models are being tested … to their breaking point. As these market pressures mount, it’s no surprise that many organizations, including many PEOs, are looking to artificial intelligence to maximize return on …

BY Nina Stanely

April 2025
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