Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – September 18, 2023 – Engage PEO, a leading professional employer organization providing HR outsourcing solutions to small and mid-sized businesses across the U.S., today announced Chris Charlson has joined the company as senior regional vice president of sales. Charlson’s role is to grow Engage’s presence in the western United States, especially California and Utah.
“We are excited about our future growth in the western region, particularly for our distinctive method of HR delivery and our service commitment. This is especially true, given our recent acquisition of Zamp HR, which catapulted forward our presence in Utah and the surrounding states,” said Jay Starkman, chief executive officer of Engage. "Chris’s industry experience, expertise and knowledge of the market make him exceptionally well-qualified for the role. We are pleased to welcome him to our rapidly-growing team.”
Charlson has more than 25 years of sales and sales management experience, including 15 in the PEO industry. Before joining Engage, he held positions at three national PEOs. Charlson also previously served as a financial advisor for a number of investment firms, including UBS.
“I am excited to join one of the fastest growing companies in the country and the highly respected team at Engage PEO,” said Charlson. “The growth-focused culture and the dedication to the insurance industry distribution channel are a great fit for me personally. The company’s ‘Expect More’ service philosophy makes Engage a great choice for businesses looking for a trusted partner to help manage all of their HR, benefits and compliance needs.”
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 cost 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 seven times since 2016. For more information on Engage PEO, visit www.engagepeo.com.
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