Managing HR within a single organization can be complex—balancing everything from administrative tasks to cultural initiatives.
At its core, HR exists to support the heart of any business: its people. But as labor market demands rise, companies are under growing pressure to handle the increased workload. That’s where FullStack PEO can help.
By providing fractional HR support, we give small and mid-sized businesses the expertise and resources they need to stay compliant, manage people operations, and focus on what really matters—business outcomes.
All of our partnerships are tailored to meet the client’s needs, recognizing that HR challenges can look quite different when you’re scaling. FullStack makes HR simple and scalable, so your organization can grow with confidence while knowing your people are supported.
Over the years, we have helped clients navigate various scenarios and ensure they were still supported with the essential HR services they needed. Your success truly is our success, and we’re by your side every step of the way.
Let’s explore all the ways outsourced essential HR creates lasting value for your organization.
Savings on Health Benefits and Less Risk Pool
Managing healthcare and employee benefits is one of the most time-consuming and complicated responsibilities for growing businesses. Rising insurance costs, ever-changing regulations, and the daily demands of administration can easily take over your schedule. One of the most significant advantages of working with a PEO is access to high-quality, affordable healthcare plans.
Since PEOs pool employees from multiple companies, they can negotiate better rates and benefits packages than many small and mid-sized businesses could secure on their own.
FullStack has helped numerous clients secure higher-quality healthcare benefits. For instance, a Midwest-based tech start-up (seven employees) was acquired by a European-based organization with multiple employees worldwide (25 additional US-based employees). The European-based organization sought to explore what FullStack could offer, initially drawn by the fact that it wouldn’t disrupt the existing team’s payroll, benefits, and HR support. FullStack was able to quote them richer health benefit options, add multiple plan options for all of their US employees, and save them over 10% on their health benefit premiums.
We Scale with Our Clients
When you experience business growth, FullStack scales with you. There are two shining examples of clients who experienced exponential organizational growth that we were able to support.
A start-up client in logistics contracted with FullStack just before the pandemic, employing only the two co-founders. As the client grew, reorganized, and raised multiple rounds of investment, the business grew to 25 employees in just two years.
Our team enjoys working with businesses like startups and nonprofits because they often have strong growth potential. In 2022, a non-profit joined FullStack. As more funding and grants have been awarded, the organization has already grown from five to 31 employees in two and a half years.
Seamless Transition During Acquisitions
Many of our clients have a goal at inception to get acquired. We can make it a seamless transition for both parties and continue to support fractional HR. Maintaining HR support is especially crucial during an acquisition because HR plays a stabilizing and trust-building role for employees at a time of high uncertainty.
In 2018, a six-employee organization with two co-founders partnered with FullStack, aiming for an eventual acquisition when the senior co-founder decided to retire. In 2024, they received a buyout offer from a Canadian-based firm, which closed at the end of 2024. The Canadian firm, wishing to maintain a consistent work environment for the team, contracted with FullStack at the beginning of 2025.
Maintaining fractional HR is specifically attractive to companies that initiate a cross-border acquisition. A 10-employee organization that partnered with FullStack starting in 2021 was acquired by a European organization in 2022. Upon reflection of FullStack’s benefits, payroll, and HR services stateside, the European organization contracted with FullStack for all of their stateside employees, totaling up to 40 employees nationwide. Not only does this simplify the merging process, but it also provides existing employees with a sense of ease and familiarity, boosting retention.
Pivoting with Uncertain Economy
Every business faces seasons of uncertainty, and it’s not always easy to know what’s coming next. We understand how stressful it can feel to keep things running smoothly when the economy shifts or new challenges arise. That’s why we focus on being a steady partner you can count on. Our team works alongside you to ease the burden, adapt to your needs, and keep your people supported. Here’s a look at how we’ve been able to help our clients move forward in an ever-changing economy.
Back in 2019, a marketing consulting firm contracted with FullStack with six employees. As the economy shifted, the organization pivoted to support a new MVP and grew to 11 employees. At the end of 2021, the company was acquired. When FullStack pursued a small round of investment from friends and family, the owner invested because he believed so highly in FullStack’s service offerings and delivery.
Speaking of uncertainty, nothing could have prepared business owners for the height of the pandemic in 2020. That same year, an ed-tech start-up contracted with FullStack to manage their rapid growth—from a close-knit team to 35 employees. The company continued to pivot, reorganize three times, and undergo multiple structural iterations, as the need for online learning quickly evolved. Today, the organization has nine employees, and its future looks incredibly bright with the funding they recently secured.
Continued Support During Retraction
At FullStack, we closely follow labor market trends, understanding the highs and lows that every business experiences over time. Some of our clients have had to scale back due to economic factors. We continue to support their needs, wherever they are in the process.
For instance, a tech start-up engaged with FullStack in 2021 with a goal to approach HR the right way from inception. The company expanded from its two co-founders to over 30 employees. However, when the market shifted in 2023, they had to scale back to their current size of six employees. They continue to evolve as an organization and have consistently expressed their gratitude for having FullStack as their partner at each stage of their growth.
There are so many scenarios related to retraction, ranging from market shifts to restructuring. One client’s journey illustrates this well. A software development organization contracted with FullStack in 2018 and needed to pivot its ideal customer profile (ICP) over time. When they began working with FullStack, they had 45 employees. Currently, they operate with 33 and remain a very satisfied client of ours.
Partner with FullStack for Your Essential HR Needs
At our core, we’re passionate about supporting people-focused organizations in providing quality employee experiences through essential HR services. We aim to provide a sense of ease when working with our clients to ensure that they can fully focus on their business, while we provide critical support to their people.
Looking for essential HR support? Let’s talk!