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What We Do

Employee relations isn’t just about putting out fires, it’s about fostering a culture where concerns are addressed quickly, policies are clear, and everyone knows where they stand. When issues linger or go unaddressed, you risk low morale, legal trouble, and costly turnover. We help you handle problems before they escalate, so your team and business can thrive.

Whether you’re facing ongoing conflicts, need to update your policies, or want a proactive approach to workplace issues, we offer practical, hands-on support, no HR jargon, just real solutions that work for your people.

Early Issue Resolution

Address problems before they become crises.

Clear, Practical Policies

Policies people actually understand and follow.

Fair, Thorough Investigations

Handle complaints and conflicts the right way.

Compassionate Exits

Navigate separations with dignity and minimal risk.

What we offer

You can work with us on a single case, for ongoing advisory, or as part of a broader HR partnership.

Here’s how we support your employee relations needs:

Employee Relations Advisory

Get practical, on-call support for everyday employee relations issues so you can address problems early and keep your team on track.

Service features

Investment:

Flexible retainer or hourly pricing. Most clients see reduced risk and faster resolution of issues.

Need real-world advice on employee issues?

Book a call and get answers you can use right now.

Conduct fair, thorough, and compliant investigations when workplace complaints or allegations arise. We help you protect your people and your business.

Service features

Investment:

Project fee based on scope and complexity. Most clients resolve investigations faster and with less internal stress.

Facing a sensitive workplace issue?

Schedule a confidential consultation to discuss your situation.

Resolve conflicts before they become bigger problems. We facilitate conversations that help employees move forward and restore team trust.

Service features

Investment:

Hourly or project-based pricing. Most clients see improved morale and reduced turnover.

Need help resolving a conflict?

Book a mediation session and get your team back on track.

Keep your policies clear, up-to-date, and practical. We help you create, update, and communicate employee policies that actually get followed.

Service features

Investment:

Flat fee per policy or bundled pricing. Most clients see reduced confusion and fewer policy violations.

Policies feeling outdated or unclear?

Request a policy review and get clear, compliant documents.

Handle ongoing performance issues with fairness and clarity. We support you in designing improvement plans and managing tough cases.

Service features

Investment:

Per-case or retainer pricing. Most clients see issues resolved more quickly and with less risk.

Struggling with a difficult performance case?

Book a consult and get a roadmap for resolution.

Navigate separations and terminations with confidence and compassion. We help you minimize risk and protect your culture.

Service features

Investment:

Hourly or project-based pricing. Most clients avoid costly mistakes and maintain team trust.

Facing a tricky termination?

Get expert support before you take action.

Get a clear picture of your employee relations climate and identify areas for improvement.

Service features

Investment:

Fee based on scope and company size. Many clients start here to set a proactive employee relations strategy.

Not sure where you stand on employee relations?

Book an audit and get actionable insights.

When you partner with us on a monthly retainer, you get ongoing access to core performance and development support without additional fees:

Want ongoing support instead of one-off fixes?
Explore our retainer packages.

Foundation Package

Build a strong HR foundation
$4,800 /Month
  • Dedicated HR partner for your business
  • Core compliance, policies, and documentation
  • Hiring and onboarding support for key roles
  • Manager guidance on day‑to‑day people issues
  • Monthly check‑ins and priority email support

Accelerate Package

Scale your people systems with confidence
$9,200 /Month
  • Everything in Foundation, plus:
  • Proactive workforce and org design support
  • Performance and development systems for managers and teams
  • Support with complex employee relations and investigations
  • Quarterly strategy sessions with leadership

Executive Package

Strategic HR for complex organizations
$16,500 /Month
  • Everything in Accelerate, plus:
  • Strategic HR advisory for executives and senior leaders
  • Change management support for major initiatives and restructures
  • Advanced analytics on people, risk, and turnover trends
  • Ongoing support for multi‑state or multi‑site operations

Let’s build performance and development systems that support your managers, grow your people, and move your business forward.