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Engage PEO Continues Mid-Atlantic Growth

Danny McKenzie Joins as Vice President of Sales, Virginia

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – June 5, 2025 – Engage PEO, a leading professional employer organization providing HR outsourcing solutions to small and mid-sized businesses across the U.S., today announced that Danny McKenzie has joined the company as its newest vice president of sales. Based in West Virginia, McKenzie will focus on expanding Engage’s presence across the mid-Atlantic region, including Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Delaware, working closely with insurance brokers and business owners to build new partnerships. 

“Danny brings the kind of well-rounded experience that aligns perfectly with how we serve our clients and broker partners,” said Jay Starkman, CEO of Engage PEO. “He understands the complexities of HR, payroll, benefits and compliance, and knows how to build relationships that last. Our continued growth comes from delivering exceptional service, real expertise and consistent results. I’m confident Danny will help us continue that momentum.” 

McKenzie has spent nearly two decades in business development roles across the insurance and HR outsourcing sectors. He’s led teams, managed full P&L responsibility, and built strong referral networks by partnering with insurance brokers, CPAs, and business advisors. His experience working alongside brokers to deliver tailored HR solutions to their clients makes him a natural fit for Engage’s broker-centric sales model and high-touch, expert-led service approach.  

“What drew me to Engage is the way the company truly delivers on its promises, not just with great HR expertise but with consistency, accountability, and genuine collaboration,” said McKenzie. “Brokers and business owners want a partner they can trust to show up, understand their challenges, and add real value. I’m looking forward to helping expand Engage’s reach and building those relationships across the region.” 

About Engage PEO 

Engage PEO delivers comprehensive HR solutions to small and mid-sized businesses nationwide, sharpening their competitive advantage. Comprised of the industry’s most respected veteran professional employer organization executives, certified HR professionals, and attorneys, Engage PEO provides hands-on, expert HR services and counsel to help clients minimize costs and maximize efficiency for stronger business performance. The company’s superior service offering includes a full range of payroll technology and tax administration, employer compliance, health and workers’ compensation insurance products, advanced technology, and risk management services as part of an extensive suite of HR services.  

Engage PEO was among the first PEOs awarded the Certified Professional Employer Organization (CPEO) designation by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), ensuring greater benefits for small and mid-sized businesses such as tax advantages and financial protections. Engage PEO is also accredited by the Employer Services Assurance Corporation. Engage PEO was named to Inc. magazine’s list of the 5000 fastest-growing companies eight times since 2016. For more information on Engage PEO, visit www.engagepeo.com