Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – July 16, 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 Eric Cozart has joined the company as vice president of sales for Michigan. Based in Coldwater, Cozart will lead Engage’s efforts across the state, working closely with business owners and insurance brokers, to expand Engage’s reach in the Midwest.
“As businesses face growing complexity from shifting employment laws, compliance mandates and rising workforce expectations, employers need a partner they can count on,” said Jay Starkman, CEO of Engage PEO. “Engage’s commitment to the Midwest is stronger than ever, especially following our recent acquisition of Axios HR, a respected leader in the Michigan business community. We’re building on that foundation to become the premier PEO partner in the region, and Eric’s experience will help support that ongoing growth.”
Cozart brings more than 20 years of experience in business development and sales roles across the HR and workforce solutions space. Most recently, he helped establish and grow a new market for a national HR services provider, consistently exceeding sales goals and developing strong referral relationships. Throughout his career, he has worked closely with insurance brokers and employers across Michigan and the Midwest.
“Engage stands out because it delivers exactly what employers need right now — real HR expertise, responsive service, and a partner that actually understands the day-to-day challenges of running a business,” Cozart said. “I’ve worked with brokers and business owners across Michigan for years, and I know how important trust and follow-through are. I’m excited to bring Engage’s value to more companies here in my home state and nationally.”
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.