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Hub International Launches PEO Consulting Practice

In a significant development for small and mid-sized businesses, Hub International Limited (HUB) has announced the establishment of its new PEO consulting practice. This initiative aims to assist companies in the U.S. interested in collaborating with Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs). These organizations provide essential outsourced human resource services such as payroll management, benefits administration, and compliance oversight.

As regulatory demands increase and competition intensifies, the importance of PEOs has grown exponentially. They help furnish businesses with crucial infrastructure and resources that might otherwise be inaccessible to them. HUB’s expertise in this field comes from its national partnerships with select PEOs, ensuring that they can guide clients toward the most suitable PEO solutions that align with their operational goals.

Linda Keller, Chief Operating Officer of HUB Employee Benefits, emphasized the importance of this initiative. "Our PEO Consulting experts collaborate with organizations to pinpoint the ideal human resources solutions necessary for achieving both immediate and long-term objectives," she stated.

Leading this new consulting practice is Carrie B. Cherveny, Esq., who brings over 15 years of experience to the table, including her previous role as In-House Counsel in a PEO. Her background as a Chief Compliance Officer and expertise in employment law position her uniquely to manage HUB’s national PEO partnerships and to provide strategic guidance to clients.

"Aligning with a PEO allows companies to offer employees extensive benefits, mitigate risks, and streamline HR tasks," Cherveny noted. In light of the complex landscape that employers navigate today, the role of PEOs has never been more crucial.

Services Offered by HUB's PEO Consulting Practice

HUB’s PEO Consulting practice provides an array of services designed to optimize HR operations for client organizations:
1. Complete Outsourced Solution: This includes comprehensive employee benefits (health and ancillary), 401(k) plans, payroll and related tax services, unemployment defenses, workers' compensation, claims management, and Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI).
2. PEO Hybrid Solutions: Clients have the option to customize their participation by 'carving out' specific benefits, workers' compensation, or EPLI while still enjoying the full range of PEO services and technology.
3. PEO Exit Solutions: For businesses looking to transition from a PEO, HUB offers guidance in establishing their own client-sponsored programs tailored to specific needs, including a structured project plan and employee communications.

As businesses continue to grapple with an evolving operational landscape, HUB's PEO Consulting practice is poised to provide the necessary support to navigate these challenges effectively. By leveraging the expertise of HUB and its partnerships with PEOs, companies can ensure they are well-equipped to provide a safe, compliant, and enriching workplace environment.

For further details about the PEO Consulting practice, please visit the Hub Media Center.