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Guide to PEO for Acquisitions
Acquisitions are exciting opportunities for growth, but they can also be complex undertakings. Identifying opportunities to enhance employee benefits and fill any HR compliance gaps post-close is a critical piece of the puzzle, often riddled with challenges.
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Guide to Employee Mental Health
More and more, organizations are raising awareness and reducing stigma around the challenges of mental health. We encourage you to share these articles as part of your mental health program.
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Guide to Financial Wellness
Financial wellness is critical to employee's health and mental stability with financial literacy at the center. We at Aspen HR, encourage you to share these articles as part of your financial literacy program.
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Guide to Hiring and Onboarding
Effective hiring and onboarding are crucial for any organization's success. This guide provides valuable insights and actionable strategies to help you attract the right talent.
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Critical HR Errors That Could Derail Your Roll-Up Acquisition Strategy
PEO Industry Thought Leadership

Critical HR Errors That Could Derail Your Roll-Up Acquisition Strategy

April 29, 2025
Successfully implementing a roll-up strategy in today’s uncertain and rapidly changing market requires getting the people component right. This means considering the HR implications of a roll-up acquisition and avoiding the pitfalls that could make...
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Reimagining Benefits Open Enrollment with the Power of AI
Benefits AI

Reimagining Benefits Open Enrollment with the Power of AI

April 15, 2025
AI is becoming fully integrated into every aspect of business operations, and its capabilities are continually expanding. It has already transformed HR by increasing efficiency and enabling more effective people decisions, and the employee benefits...
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HR KPIs: Your Talent Management Superpower
Thought Leadership

HR KPIs: Your Talent Management Superpower

March 27, 2025
In HR, you can measure almost anything—hiring and offboarding rates, benefit and training costs, and employee survey scores, just to name a few. While tracking these HR metrics provides helpful information, their true power lies...
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The Power of Flexibility: PEO Services for W-2 and K-1 Transitions
PEO Industry

The Power of Flexibility: PEO Services for W-2 and K-1 Transitions

March 12, 2025
When bringing in a new partner or transitioning an employee from K-1 to W-2, or vice versa, the systems and processes of your Professional Employer Organization (PEO) shouldn't stand in your way. Instead, you should...
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7 Penalties Highlighting the Cost of Poor HR Compliance
Compliance

7 Penalties Highlighting the Cost of Poor HR Compliance

February 21, 2025
Navigating the ever-changing landscape of federal and state labor laws is more than just a legal obligation—it's a financial imperative. Hefty fines, sometimes exceeding five figures, can harm your business and turn HR from an...
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5 HR Changes to Consider After a Private Equity Acquisition
Thought Leadership

5 HR Changes to Consider After a Private Equity Acquisition

February 13, 2025
Maximizing return on investment (ROI) is crucial after acquiring a portfolio company. The stakes are high, and the pressure is on to ensure the acquisition not only boosts the portfolio but also delivers long-term value....
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4 Strategies for Driving HR Value as a New CEO
Thought Leadership

4 Strategies for Driving HR Value as a New CEO

January 24, 2025
As a new CEO, you'll likely need to focus on everything from revamping company strategy to building a strong executive team. To succeed in these areas, you must also create an attractive and engaging work...
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Top 3 Ways to Empower New Hires and Ensure Their Success
Employee Well-Being

Top 3 Ways to Empower New Hires and Ensure Their Success

January 9, 2025
You undoubtedly want your new hires to hit the ground running and excel in their new roles. But if a new hire leaves or fails to meet expectations, you don't want it to be due...
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2024 Year-End HR Checklist: Key Actions to Take
Compliance

2024 Year-End HR Checklist: Key Actions to Take

December 11, 2024
As 2024 draws to a close, it's crucial to take the necessary steps to ensure your organization meets all filing deadlines and starts 2025 on a strong note. To achieve this, you’ll need to follow...
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5 Ways to Sync Your HR Strategy with Business Growth in the New Year
Employee Well-Being Thought Leadership

5 Ways to Sync Your HR Strategy with Business Growth in the New Year

December 3, 2024
As you finalize your business objectives and growth plans for the next year, it's important not to overlook the crucial step of defining your HR strategy. Making it a priority will enable you to act...
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4 Critical Factors to Remember During an Acquisition
Thought Leadership

4 Critical Factors to Remember During an Acquisition

November 21, 2024
During any acquisition, there are numerous pre-close considerations, from assessing the target company's financial health to ensuring strategic alignment with the acquiring company. However, one crucial factor that deserves extra attention is the people—not just...
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7 Critical HR Due Diligence Opportunities for a Successful Business Acquisition
Thought Leadership

7 Critical HR Due Diligence Opportunities for a Successful Business Acquisition

November 14, 2024
When you acquire a business, you’re not just gaining opportunities to increase market share and grow sales revenue. You’re also inheriting employees, including their needs, concerns, and the various compliance obligations that come with employing...
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5 HR Compliance Landmines Your PEO Will Help You Avoid
Compliance

5 HR Compliance Landmines Your PEO Will Help You Avoid

October 29, 2024
Every HR activity your business undertakes, whether it's hiring, payroll, or another workplace practice, carries some amount of compliance risk. Even something as seemingly straightforward as hiring employees in a different state can expose your...
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5 Critical Considerations for 2025 Employee Benefits Planning
Benefits

5 Critical Considerations for 2025 Employee Benefits Planning

October 15, 2024
Whether your employee health plans renew on January 1st or another date, now is an excellent time to jumpstart the planning process for all the benefits you provide to your workforce. Being proactive not only...
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5 Steps to an Impactful Employee Onboarding Experience
Thought Leadership

5 Steps to an Impactful Employee Onboarding Experience

September 26, 2024
Given the time and effort you invest in finding, hiring, and training new hires, you want your investment to pay off well into the future. Effective onboarding can help make that happen. Onboarding is so...
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5 Critical Reasons SMBs Must Hire for Culture
Thought Leadership

5 Critical Reasons SMBs Must Hire for Culture

September 17, 2024
Culture—the collective attitudes, behaviors, and values of your workforce—is one of the most important characteristics of any business. For SMBs, building and maintaining the right culture is especially crucial, as every person on your team...
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The Truth About Switching PEOs
PEO Industry

The Truth About Switching PEOs

September 4, 2024
Evaluating service providers is essential to effective business management, and it should include routinely reviewing the relationship with your Professional Employer Organization (PEO). If you’ve considered the alternatives and decided switching to a new PEO...
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5 Financial Benefits of Using a PEO
PEO Industry

5 Financial Benefits of Using a PEO

August 20, 2024
Running a small or mid-sized business pulls owners and CEOs in a dozen different directions, leaving little time to focus on day-to-day human resources management. And even if you had the time, you likely don’t...
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How to Manage the Ever-Rising Cost of Employee Benefits
Benefits PEO Industry

How to Manage the Ever-Rising Cost of Employee Benefits

July 22, 2024
Comprehensive employee benefits help you attract and retain high-quality talent, but rising benefit costs only make it harder each year. Higher premiums and evolving employee expectations may leave you wondering how to continue offering competitive...
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Proactive Strategies for Promoting Employee Health and Well-being
Employee Well-Being Thought Leadership

Proactive Strategies for Promoting Employee Health and Well-being

July 16, 2024
Health benefits are an effective safety net for employees experiencing illness, injury, and other challenges. However, many benefits can go further and help prevent issues that negatively impact employee health and well-being. By taking a...
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What the New Overtime Rule Means for Your Business
Legal Updates

What the New Overtime Rule Means for Your Business

June 13, 2024
In April 2024, the Department of Labor issued a new rule raising the salary threshold for US employees to be considered “exempt” from overtime pay requirements. While the new rule is expected to result in...
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The FTC Employee Non-Compete Ruling: Everything You Need to Know
Legal Updates

The FTC Employee Non-Compete Ruling: Everything You Need to Know

June 10, 2024
In April 2024, the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ruled that most employee non-compete agreements were unlawful. The new rule is scheduled to go into effect in September 2024, but there are several actions you...
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What Is a PEO Broker and How Can They Benefit Your Business?
PEO Industry

What Is a PEO Broker and How Can They Benefit Your Business?

May 28, 2024
Navigating the complexities of HR services can be challenging for any business. However, in recent years, one solution has become increasingly popular: partnering with a Professional Employer Organization (PEO). However, finding the right PEO can...
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How to Enhance Your Employee Benefits with PEO Health Insurance
Benefits Employee Well-Being PEO Industry

How to Enhance Your Employee Benefits with PEO Health Insurance

May 28, 2024
In today’s competitive job market, offering robust employee benefits is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. In fact, more than 70% of employees are happier at their jobs the better their benefits are. One...
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People Quotient Podcast: Building Authentic Employer Brands with Mark Sinatra
Thought Leadership

People Quotient Podcast: Building Authentic Employer Brands with Mark Sinatra

May 3, 2024
Mark Sinatra, CEO at Aspen HR, recently had a great conversation with Rohit Bassi on his People Quotient podcast, where they discussed Building and Scaling Authentic Employer Brands. Mark says it can be made easy...
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How to Conduct Effective HR Due Diligence in Private Equity Investments
PEO Industry

How to Conduct Effective HR Due Diligence in Private Equity Investments

May 1, 2024
When it comes to private equity investments, due diligence is a critical step in evaluating potential opportunities and minimizing risks. Among the various aspects of due diligence, Human Resources (HR) due diligence stands out as...
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Understanding the Benefits of a PEO for Dental Service Organizations
Benefits PEO Industry

Understanding the Benefits of a PEO for Dental Service Organizations

May 1, 2024
In today’s increasingly complex dental industry, Dentists and dental practice managers alike often find themselves overwhelmed by the administrative demands of running a practice. Enter Dental Service Organizations (DSOs), outside business entities which handle their...
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HR’s Role in Asset Purchase Acquisitions and Re-Hiring Processes
Employee Well-Being Benefits Compliance

HR’s Role in Asset Purchase Acquisitions and Re-Hiring Processes

April 14, 2024
Corporate acquisitions fall into one of two categories: a stock/equity purchase, or an asset purchase. The latter approach, differing fundamentally from stock acquisitions, offers unique challenges and opportunities, especially for Human Resources (HR) professionals. The...
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Unpolished MBA Podcast: HR Due Diligence for SMB Acquisition Success with Mark Sinatra
PEO Industry Thought Leadership

Unpolished MBA Podcast: HR Due Diligence for SMB Acquisition Success with Mark Sinatra

April 9, 2024
Aspen HR CEO Mark Sinatra was recently invited to share his expertise on the Unpolished MBA Podcast, where he discussed the complexities of HR due diligence and its undeniable impact on successful acquisitions. Some of...
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HR Considerations for Stock Acquisitions
Employee Well-Being

HR Considerations for Stock Acquisitions

April 2, 2024
In the dynamic landscape of corporate transactions, stock acquisitions stand out as a particularly strategic avenue for acquiring a company. However, this method, where one company buys the majority or all of another company's shares...
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Aspen HR Empowers Private Equity, Independent Sponsors, and Search Funds with New Suite of Expert HR Resources
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Aspen HR Empowers Private Equity, Independent Sponsors, and Search Funds with New Suite of Expert HR Resources

April 28, 2025
Aspen HR, a leading Professional Employer Organization (PEO) known for its white-glove HR solutions, announces the release of HR playbooks tailored to the unique needs of the private equity and independent sponsor community. These resources...
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Aspen HR Launches Real-Time SMS Support, Elevating Client Interaction in the PEO Industry
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Aspen HR Launches Real-Time SMS Support, Elevating Client Interaction in the PEO Industry

March 26, 2025
Aspen HR, a leading Professional Employer Organization (PEO) renowned for its white-glove service to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), today announced the launch of its new SMS support feature. This advancement empowers clients to engage...
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Aspen HR Supports Alternative Investment Firms Through Strategic Expansion in Boston and New York
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Aspen HR Supports Alternative Investment Firms Through Strategic Expansion in Boston and New York

March 13, 2025
Aspen HR, a premier Professional Employer Organization (PEO) renowned for its white-glove HR solutions, launches a strategic growth initiative in the Northeastern United States, expanding its team and leveraging established offices in Boston and New...
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Aspen HR Streamlines New Hire Onboarding with State-Specific Document Service
Press Release

Aspen HR Streamlines New Hire Onboarding with State-Specific Document Service

February 11, 2025
Aspen HR,  a leading provider of white-glove PEO solutions, announces the launch of a new service designed to simplify and ensure compliance with state-specific new hire onboarding requirements. Beginning in January 2025, Aspen HR will...
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Aspen HR Sponsors 2025 Independent Sponsors Summit, Empowering Private Equity Growth
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Aspen HR Sponsors 2025 Independent Sponsors Summit, Empowering Private Equity Growth

January 28, 2025
Aspen HR, a leading provider of white-glove PEO solutions for search funds, portfolio companies, and the broader private equity landscape, is excited to announce its sponsorship of the 2025 Earnout Magazine Independent Sponsors Summit, hosted...
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Aspen HR to Sponsor ETA Deal Team Day in Miami, Empowering Search Funds for Acquisition Success
Press Release

Aspen HR to Sponsor ETA Deal Team Day in Miami, Empowering Search Funds for Acquisition Success

January 21, 2025
Aspen HR, a leading provider of white-glove PEO solutions for search funds, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the ETA Deal Team Day in Miami, hosted by the Search Fund Coalition! The event, focused...
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Aspen HR Achieves Third Consecutive Year on Inc. 5000 List
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Aspen HR Achieves Third Consecutive Year on Inc. 5000 List

August 19, 2024
San Francisco, CA – August 19, 2024 – Aspen HR, a leading provider of white-glove PEO solutions, payroll, benefits, and HR compliance, celebrates its third consecutive year on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of the...
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Aspen HR Celebrates ‘Best Place for Working Parents’ Award for Three Consecutive Years
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Aspen HR Celebrates ‘Best Place for Working Parents’ Award for Three Consecutive Years

July 26, 2024
Aspen HR, a leading provider of PEO solutions including payroll, employee benefits, and white-glove service, is thrilled to announce that it has been recognized as one of the Best Places for Working Parents for the...
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Aspen HR Continues National Expansion with New Office in Tampa, Florida
Press Release

Aspen HR Continues National Expansion with New Office in Tampa, Florida

June 18, 2024
Aspen HR, a leading Professional Employer Organization (PEO) specializing in white-glove HR solutions, announced the opening of a new office in Tampa, Florida. This expansion marks a big step in Aspen HR's national growth strategy,...
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Aspen HR Ranks #22 on San Francisco Business Times’ 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the Bay Area
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Aspen HR Ranks #22 on San Francisco Business Times’ 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the Bay Area

October 30, 2023
Aspen HR, the white-glove PEO serving growth-oriented companies in the financial services, technology, life sciences, and professional services industries, has been ranked Number 22 in the prestigious 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the Bay Area...
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Aspen HR Announces the Appointment of Midge Seltzer to Its Board of Directors
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Aspen HR Announces the Appointment of Midge Seltzer to Its Board of Directors

October 27, 2023
San Francisco, October 12, 2021—Aspen HR, a professional employer organization (PEO) providing white-glove HR solutions to the world’s leading alternative investment funds and their portfolio companies, announced today that Midge Seltzer has been named to...
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Aspen HR Announces Partnership with Aetna
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Aspen HR Announces Partnership with Aetna

October 25, 2023
AspenHR, a professional employer organization (PEO) providing white-glove HR solutions to the world’s leading alternative
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Aspen HR Announces Hiring of Proven PEO Leader
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Aspen HR Announces Hiring of Proven PEO Leader

October 9, 2023
Aspen HR (“Aspen”), a leading professional employer organization (PEO) providing comprehensive HR solutions to businesses throughout the US, announced today that Joe Mauceri has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer. Mauceri’s career includes 24...
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Aspen HR Launches New Comprehensive HR Offering with the Hiring of Expert Employment Attorney and HR Professional
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Aspen HR Launches New Comprehensive HR Offering with the Hiring of Expert Employment Attorney and HR Professional

September 13, 2023
Aspen HR (“Aspen”) is pleased to announce the hiring of Anthony Knight as our Assistant General Counsel and HR Consultant. Knight, formerly an employment attorney in private practice and with the EEOC, will spearhead Aspen...
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Aspen HR Ranks on 2023 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies in America
PEO Industry Press Release

Aspen HR Ranks on 2023 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies in America

August 16, 2023
Aspen HR, a leading provider of comprehensive PEO solutions, payroll, benefits, and HR compliance, is celebrating its 2nd year in a row on the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing...
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Aspen HR Grows Nationally and Adds New Talent
Press Release

Aspen HR Grows Nationally and Adds New Talent

June 14, 2023
Aspen HR, professional employer organization (PEO) specializing in financial services, technology, life sciences, and professional industries, has grown rapidly in its national presence and hired many new employees to support its expanding client base. Aspen...
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Aspen HR Receives Best Place for Working Parents Award
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Aspen HR Receives Best Place for Working Parents Award

January 26, 2023
Aspen HR, leading provider of PEO solutions including payroll, employee benefits, and white-glove service, has been recognized as one of the Best Places for Working Parents. This marks the second year in a row they...
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Aspen HR Recognized on Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies
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Aspen HR Recognized on Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies

September 8, 2022
For the second year in a row, Aspen HR has earned a spot on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
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Aspen HR Earns National Distinction
Press Release

Aspen HR Earns National Distinction

October 5, 2021
AspenHR, a professional employer organization (PEO) providing white-glove HR solutions to the world’s leading alternative investment funds and their portfolio companies, announced today that
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Aspen HR Introduces Aspen’s Advantage MarketPlace
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Aspen HR Introduces Aspen’s Advantage MarketPlace

June 2, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ —  Aspen HR, a professional employer organization (PEO) providing concierge HR solutions to alternative investment funds and their portfolio companies, has officially launched Aspen’s Advantage MarketPlace. The marketplace is the first designed by a...
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The April Aspenite: New HR Resources and Important Legal Updates in MD, MI, CA, + more
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The April Aspenite: New HR Resources and Important Legal Updates in MD, MI, CA, + more

April 22, 2025
Aspen Highlights & Updates Aspen HR Launches Real-Time SMS Support – In a landscape increasingly dominated by automated AI bots and impersonal call center experiences, Aspen HR reinforces its commitment to personalized, high-touch assistance. Our...
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The March Aspenite: A Fantastic Start to 2025 + Key Legal Updates for OH, CA, NY, and MI
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The March Aspenite: A Fantastic Start to 2025 + Key Legal Updates for OH, CA, NY, and MI

March 14, 2025
Our team had a fantastic time in late February at the 2025 Annual Aspen Extravaganza in St. Pete Beach, FL! The time together was incredibly valuable, and we're so appreciative of our exceptional partners. We...
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The February Aspenite: Industry Events & Presidential Administrative Changes
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The February Aspenite: Industry Events & Presidential Administrative Changes

February 11, 2025
Aspen HR kicked off the year by sponsoring two events in January. Our CEO Mark Sinatra led a roundtable at Sadis & Goldberg’s Earnout Magazine Independent Sponsor Summit on January 30th, focusing on minimizing liability...
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The January Aspenite: Easily Access New Hire Documents By State & More
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The January Aspenite: Easily Access New Hire Documents By State & More

January 6, 2025
Happy New Year from all of us at Aspen HR! As we embark on a new year, we want to express our sincere gratitude for your continued partnership. We deeply value the opportunity to support...
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The December Aspenite: Compliance Law Updates in 2025
Aspenite

The December Aspenite: Compliance Law Updates in 2025

December 5, 2024
The new year is always an active time for compliance law updates. Here are summaries of many new nationwide laws and regulations that become effective on January 1, 2025, unless otherwise stated.
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The November Aspenite: Ranked on San Francisco Business Times’ 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies & More
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The November Aspenite: Ranked on San Francisco Business Times’ 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies & More

November 4, 2024
We are thrilled to receive this prestigious award for the 3rd consecutive year in a row! Thank you to all our amazing clients for helping make this achievement possible.
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The October Aspenite: State-Specific Legislature & More
Aspenite

The October Aspenite: State-Specific Legislature & More

October 2, 2024
Amendments to the Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act (“IWPACA”) will take effect on January 1, 2025. Employers must maintain copies of employee paystubs for at least three (3) years after the payment date.
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The September Aspenite: Upcoming Industry Events, Non-Compete Ban Updates, & More
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The September Aspenite: Upcoming Industry Events, Non-Compete Ban Updates, & More

September 3, 2024
Aspen HR is proud to sponsor the iGlobal Forum 17th Independent Sponsors Summit in New York on September 17-18! Mark Sinatra, Aspen HR CEO, and Anthony Knight, Assistant General Counsel/HR Consultant, will be presenting a...
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The August Aspenite: Heat Safety Prevention Updates & More
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The August Aspenite: Heat Safety Prevention Updates & More

August 2, 2024
On July 2, 2024, OSHA proposed a national heat stress rule to protect workers from heat-related illnesses and fatalities. It is unclear if and when this rule will become effective. The proposed standard would apply...
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The July Aspenite: Introducing New Specialized Executive Benefits Programs & More
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The July Aspenite: Introducing New Specialized Executive Benefits Programs & More

July 2, 2024
Our custom-designed executive benefits programs go beyond traditional group insurance, offering a wider range of coverage options to address the unique needs of your highly compensated employees and executives.
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The June Aspenite: Updates on Non-Compete Agreement Ban & More
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The June Aspenite: Updates on Non-Compete Agreement Ban & More

June 11, 2024
These new updates impact virtually all employers, and Aspen HR is committed to helping you navigate them effectively.
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The May Aspenite: Meet Sparrow, Our New Leave Management Partner & More
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The May Aspenite: Meet Sparrow, Our New Leave Management Partner & More

May 2, 2024
Aspen has partnered with Sparrow to provide premium leave of absence services. Sparrow uses modern technology and a white glove approach to leave, making them a great partner for Aspen.
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