Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – April 9, 2026 – Engage PEO, a leading professional employer organization providing HR outsourcing solutions to small and mid-sized businesses nationwide, today announced that Andrew Manello has joined the company as vice president of sales, South Carolina. In this role, Manello will work with referral partners and business advisors across the state and surrounding region to help employers evaluate PEO services that support workforce management, compliance, and long-term growth.
“Engage’s continued national growth reflects the demand we’re seeing for a PEO model that delivers deeper HR expertise,” said Jay Starkman, CEO of Engage PEO. “As we expand in key markets like South Carolina, we’re focused on building depth with proven performers, like Andrew, who can help sustain that momentum.”
“Andrew has built his career on consistent performance and disciplined execution in competitive markets,” said John Cataldo, group vice president of sales, Southern Divisions. “He understands how to position PEO services in a way that supports referral partners and helps employers make informed workforce decisions. We’re excited to have him join our team in South Carolina.”
Manello brings more than 15 years of experience in human capital management and PEO sales. In prior roles with large national HR services providers, he consistently exceeded sales targets, earned multiple Presidents Club honors, and secured complex contracts by working closely with C-suite leaders and advisor networks. He has experience mentoring new sales professionals, refining sales process strategy, and partnering with CPAs and business advisors to deliver tailored workforce solutions to small and mid-sized employers. Manello holds a Bachelor of Arts in business from St. Joseph’s College in New York.
“I’ve worked with business owners for years who are trying to grow while keeping up with HR and compliance demands,” said Manello. “Engage stands out because the HR guidance goes beyond software or basic support. Having access to licensed employment attorneys through the HR Consultant model gives employers and their advisors a level of confidence that’s hard to find elsewhere. I’m looking forward to building strong partnerships across South Carolina and helping companies put the right structure in place as they scale.”
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 nine times since 2016. For more information on Engage PEO, visit www.engagepeo.com.