Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – March 4, 2026 – Engage PEO, a leading professional employer organization providing HR outsourcing solutions to small and mid-sized businesses nationwide, today announced that Jennifer Bernero has joined the company as vice president of sales, Tennessee, further expanding Engage’s presence across the Southeast.
“Tennessee is home to a broad mix of growing industries,” said Jay Starkman, CEO of Engage PEO. “As those employers scale, compliance requirements and workforce issues become more complex. Engage differentiates itself by delivering HR consulting services exclusively through licensed employment attorneys, giving business owners practical, law-based guidance as they grow. We’re pleased to welcome Jennifer to Engage as we continue building in the Southeast.”
“Jennifer has built her career by developing trusted referral relationships and helping business owners evaluate workforce solutions with clarity,” said John Cataldo, group vice president of sales, Southern Divisions. “She knows how to work alongside CPAs, insurance professionals, and banking partners to support their clients and protect those relationships. That alignment with our advisor-focused model will be important as we continue expanding across Tennessee.”
Bernero brings more than 25 years of experience in consultative sales and territory development across payroll, human capital management, and HR services, including prior roles with national HCM providers. She has consistently exceeded performance targets, earning multiple President’s Club recognitions and Rookie of the Year honors. Throughout her career, she has built strong referral partnerships while helping employers navigate payroll, benefits, and compliance decisions in competitive markets.
“In Tennessee, relationships are everything,” said Bernero. “I’ve worked closely with CPAs, banks, and insurance advisors to help business owners make informed decisions about payroll and HR strategy. Engage’s attorney-led HR consulting model provides a level of compliance support and practical guidance that stands out, and I’m looking forward to bringing that to employers and referral partners across the state.”
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.