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OUTDATED TO OUTSTANDING: MODERNIZING YOUR PEO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

TIM GRAHAM AND PPI: BUILDING ON A STRONG FOUNDATION

That Graham is so involved in our governments affairs and advocacy efforts would have seemed quite unpredictable 15 years ago. Back then, Graham worked in packaging sales, high-end shopping bags to be specific.

BY Chris Chaney

April 2025

MEET NAPEO’S NEXTGEN LEADERS CLASS OF 2025

NAPEO NextGen is an initiative that provides networking opportunities, training sessions and programming for PEO professionals 45 and younger. The annual NextGen Leaders Class program was introduced this year to showcase rising stars who have shown a commitment to professional and PEO industry growth.

BY Chris Chaney

April 2025

NAPEO GIVES BACK: TRINET: MAKING AN IMPACT FOR THOSE WHO NEED IT MOST

The TriNet Foundation is a central component of the company’s corporate social responsibility program, which also includes the TriNet Volunteers program that provides employees time to volunteer with entrepreneurial nonprofits.

BY Evan Fallor

March 2025

SEQUOIA ONE: CELEBRATING CLIENTS’ GROWTH

Looking ahead, the Sequoia One team sees plenty of opportunity on the horizon. The reality is that no matter how advanced or sophisticated technology becomes, there will always be a need for a human component.

BY Chris Chaney

March 2025

NAPEO’S 2024 PEO AWARENESS SURVEY UNVEILED

Since 2018, NAPEO has partnered with market research firm Povaddo to track PEO awareness among business owners and key decision makers. The 2024 survey found that PEO awareness now stands at 67%, a 48% increase since 2018.

BY Chris Chaney

March 2025

The Financial Impact of Cybersecurity Risks on PEOs: A Hidden Threat to Profitability

PEOs exist to provide reliability and security for their clients. But once a data breach occurs, that trust erodes quickly. Research shows that 68% of clients switch providers after a security incident.

BY Jason F. Clausen, CPA

March 2025

THE LEGAL SIDE OF RISK: HOW PEOS CAN PROTECT CLIENTS FROM EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS

Simply put - a strong training program is an effective and proactive way to prevent situations that may lead to lawsuits.

BY Hank Johnson

March 2025

HELPING CLIENTS NAVIGATE THE FUTURE OF WORKPLACE DYNAMICS

Staying updated on these fast-changing policies and integrating them into organizational practices shows a commitment to building a diverse, respectful, and fair workplace while also keeping the well-being of your employees at the forefront.

BY Brett Brown

March 2025

PREPARING FOR 2025: KEY HR TRENDS IMPACTING PEOS

The ability to adapt and innovate will set forward-thinking organizations apart. By staying ahead of these trends, PEOs can position themselves as indispensable partners in creating workplaces where employees feel valued, engaged, and motivated to succeed.

BY Yutaka Takagi

March 2025

HAVE NO FEAR! THE PROPELLERS ARE HERE!

Propel HR's superhero-driven marketing campaign shows their PEO expertise in action—rescuing businesses from administrative overload, compliance traps, and the fight to retain talent.

BY Robert "Brax" Cutchin

March 2025

PEOS MUST PROCEED WITH CAUTION WITH EMPLOYEE RETENTION CREDIT

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress enacted the Employee Retention Credit (ERC), to help taxpayer businesses weather the storm. But despite the genuine benefit that ERC provides to qualifying businesses, the IRS has been faced with many fraudulent and questionable claims. As a result, the Service has initiated aggressive enforcement actions centered on …

BY Matt Hunter, ESQ.

February 2025

AI TRENDS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF PEOS

As both traditional AI and generative AI technologies evolve, the insurance industry will see some tremendous changes, which will impact both insurers and PEOs. By leveraging AI, these organizations can address critical challenges, streamline operations and enhance their service offerings. Here are six key predictions specific to the opportunities they present for PEOs. AI WILL …

BY Stan Smith

February 2025

DEVELOPING A TRAINING PLAN FOR HR COMPLIANCE

An effective HR compliance training plan is essential for any organization committed to fostering a safe, fair, and legally compliant workplace. With ever-evolving federal and state regulations, businesses face the constant challenge of staying up to date while ensuring their workforce is properly trained on key compliance issues. HR compliance isn’t just about meeting legal …

BY Kristen Fradiani

February 2025

PROMOTING EMPLOYEE MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING

I have witnessed firsthand the profound impact that mental health and wellbeing have on both internal employees and client worksite employees. In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing work environment, it is crucial to prioritize mental health and create a supportive atmosphere that fosters wellbeing. Here are some strategies and insights I would suggest on how to promote mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.

BY Walter Sabrin

February 2025

THE FUTURE OF PAYROLL: WHY EMPLOYEE PAYCARDS ARE REVOLUTIONIZING WAGE DISTRIBUTION

Employee paycards are more than a payroll innovation—they’re a tool for progress.

BY Andy Songer

February 2025

PEOS IN THE COMMUNITY:   JUSTWORKS: GRANTING CONFIDENCE TO NONPROFITS

Justworks was founded on a mission to help small businesses grow with confidence, and in the decade-plus since, it’s made it part of that mission to also help the communities they serve grow and prosper. It’s safe to say that mission is becoming a reality.

BY Evan Fallor

February 2025

CSL Solutions: Three Decades of Evolution

Michelle Wightman’s journey into the PEO industry wasn’t one she planned, but looking back, it feels inevitable. Growing up, she had a front-row seat to her father’s fearless entrepreneurial ventures— who started businesses ranging from real estate to construction and even a premier deer processing plant in Alabama. Watching him navigate both successes and setbacks, she absorbed a natural instinct for building something from the ground up.

BY Chris Chaney

February 2025

PEOS IN THE COMMUNITY:  PrestigePEO: GOING BEYOND BUSINESS IN THE BIG APPLE

Headquartered a stone’s throw away from the Big Apple, Melville-based PrestigePEO has made it a mission to become a difference maker on Long Island — not only from a business perspective, but also in its social and community efforts.   

BY Evan Fallor

December 2024/January 2025

WRITING SIMPLOY’S NEXT CHAPTER

When Jay King told his leadership team to read Gino Wickman’s Traction he knew Wickman’s business operating philosophy would change his company. But he likely did not anticipate it would set in motion what he admits has always been his dream: seeing his son, Carson King, succeed him as CEO. In January, Carson will do …

BY Chris Chaney

December 2024/January 2025
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