HR Outsourcing and Business Support in
Tampa bay, FL
Helping Tampa Bay businesses navigate growth challenges with comprehensive HR outsourcing and business solutions.
Fractional HR
Talent Acquisition
HR Consulting
Business
Development
Payroll
Management
Leadership Coaching
HR Outsourcing for Tampa's Growing Business Community
HR solutions for Healthcare, Professional Services & Growth Companies
We understand the unique challenges of building a business in Tampa Bay’s competitive market. From healthcare compliance to attracting top talent in a booming economy, we’ve helped dozens of Tampa organizations scale successfully without the overhead of full-time HR executives.
Core Outsourcing Services
Comprehensive Business Support for Tampa Companies
Strategic HR Outsourcing
- Employee relations & compliance management
- Workforce planning & strategic HR support
- Onboarding & offboarding programs
- Change management & organizational strategy
Strategic HR Consulting & Audit
- Workforce planning & organizational design
- Interim executive & CHRO services
- M&A and change management support
- HR compliance audits & risk mitigation
- Long-term strategic HR partnerships
- HR audits, policy development & handbooks
Talent Acquisition
- Full-cycle recruiting & executive search
- Sourcing, screening & assessment solutions
- Applicant Tracking System (ATS) setup & optimization
- Employer branding & candidate experience design
- Career transition & workforce mobility services
- Talent Acquisition Services
Business Development Consulting
- Fractional VP of Sales expertise
- CRM optimization & client relationship management
- Sales training & market analysis
- Daily operations & process improvement
- Profitability & efficiency planning
Leadership Coaching & Development
- Executive coaching & leadership growth
- Team performance & organizational training
- Career coaching & succession planning
- Culture development & engagement programs
- Talent pipeline & workforce readiness
Payroll Support & Processing
- Multi-state payroll & tax compliance
- Benefits administration & reconciliation
- Payroll system implementation & management
- Compliance reporting & audits
- Ongoing payroll support for hybrid teams
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What Makes Tampa Bay's Business Environment Unique?
Tampa Bay is experiencing unprecedented growth, with healthcare systems expanding, tech companies relocating, and professional services firms scaling rapidly. This growth creates specific HR challenges that require local understanding and strategic solutions.
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Growth Management Challenges
Scaling HR systems to match rapid business expansion -
Talent Competition
Competing against large corporations and well-funded startups for quality professionals -
Multi-Location Complexity
Managing teams across multiple locations as businesses expand regionally and beyond
Finding the Right HR Outsourcing
Partner in Tampa
The right HR outsourcing services can help you attract, engage, and retain Tampa Bay’s brightest talent. In Tampa’s competitive business environment, having expert HR consultants who understand local market dynamics can help your business thrive.
Griffin Resources has provided comprehensive HR outsourcing solutions to Tampa Bay organizations since our founding, with deep roots in the local business community.
Local Market Knowledge - Understanding Tampa's salary benchmarks, talent pools, and business culture
Florida Compliance Expertise - Navigate state-specific employment laws and regulations
Service Flexibility - From one-time projects to ongoing fractional support
Transparent, Flexible Pricing for
Tampa Businesses
Whether you need a one-time HR project or ongoing fractional support, our pricing
is designed to be clear, flexible, and scalables has provided comprehensive HR
outsourcing solutions to Tampa Bay organizations since our founding, with deep
roots in the local business community.
✅ No Setup Fees → ✅ Local Support → ✅ Custom Engagements
Our Team
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Founder, CEO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
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Stewed cabbage with sauce
Founder, CEO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
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Stewed cabbage with sauce
Founder, CEO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
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Stewed cabbage with sauce
Founder, CEO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
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Stewed cabbage with sauce
Founder, CEO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
Stewed cabbage with sauce
Stewed cabbage with sauce
Founder, CEO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
PHR, MBA 18+ Years of Experience HR Passion: Employee Relations, Process Improvement, HR Tech
"We have been very happy with the service we have received from hrEdge Consulting. Not only is Stephanie e, has great follow-through, and makes herself available when needed.” - Jody B., CFO
Michelle Griffin, Ph.D
CEO
Michelle Griffin, Ph.D
Ph.D. in I/O Psychology, PHR Certified, SHRM-CP Certified
10+ years of experience
CEO and founder of Griffin Resources dedicated to providing affordable services for small and mid-size businesses, ensuring growth, resilience, and lasting success through expert guidance.
10+ years of experience
CEO and founder of Griffin Resources dedicated to providing affordable services for small and mid-size businesses, ensuring growth, resilience, and lasting success through expert guidance.
Hillary Baquilod
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Hillary Baquilod
BS Industrial Engineering
1+ year of experience
Dedicated and resourceful assistant with a strong foundation in project management and data analysis. Leverages background to optimize processes and enhance efficiency in various tasks.
1+ year of experience
Dedicated and resourceful assistant with a strong foundation in project management and data analysis. Leverages background to optimize processes and enhance efficiency in various tasks.
Melissa Morocco
HR EXECUTIVE
Melissa Morocco
Certified in HR Management, Management & Leadership, Change Management Masterclass
10+ years of experience
Visionary, tech-savvy leader in organizational excellence, skilled in operations, payroll, change management, and enhancing efficiency and well-being.
10+ years of experience
Visionary, tech-savvy leader in organizational excellence, skilled in operations, payroll, change management, and enhancing efficiency and well-being.
Carolyne Witham
LEADERSHIP TRAINER
Carolyne Witham
Bachelor's Degree, Corporate Coaching Training Certificate
20+ years of experience
Corporate Coach with expertise in staff management, customer service training, and cross-industry coaching. Skilled in improving communication and relationships.
20+ years of experience
Corporate Coach with expertise in staff management, customer service training, and cross-industry coaching. Skilled in improving communication and relationships.
Tony Melchiorre
VP OF HR
Tony Melchiorre
Master of Science in Global Business
25+ years of experience
Senior HR Leader skilled in HR policies, compliance, and reducing turnover. Experience in multiple industries, including Healthcare and IT.
25+ years of experience
Senior HR Leader skilled in HR policies, compliance, and reducing turnover. Experience in multiple industries, including Healthcare and IT.
Stephanie Baum, SPHR
VP OF HR AND CLIENT SERVICES
Stephanie Baum, SPHR
Bachelor in Business Administration, Bi-Lingual in Spanish & English
25+ years of experience
Expertise in change management, project management, benefits, employee relations, and talent management. Bilingual in Spanish and English, driving success across industries.
25+ years of experience
Expertise in change management, project management, benefits, employee relations, and talent management. Bilingual in Spanish and English, driving success across industries.
Caron-Lee Benton, SPHR
HR STRATEGIST
Caron-Lee Benton, SPHR
Bachelor of Business Administration in HR Management, SPHR Certification
20+ years of experience
HR Business Strategist with experience in employee relations, payroll, and quality assurance. Skilled in partnering with leaders, ensuring compliance, and maintaining confidentiality.
20+ years of experience
HR Business Strategist with experience in employee relations, payroll, and quality assurance. Skilled in partnering with leaders, ensuring compliance, and maintaining confidentiality.
Sierra Nicolai
HR STRATEGIST
Sierra Nicolai
Bachelor of Science in Business Management
15+ years of experience
Fractional HR professional with experience in corporate, multi-state, and multi-site environments. Specializes in HR policies, employee relations, administration, training, development, recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding.
15+ years of experience
Fractional HR professional with experience in corporate, multi-state, and multi-site environments. Specializes in HR policies, employee relations, administration, training, development, recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding.
Krista Young, FPC
SENIOR PAYROLL SPECIALIST, TEAM LEADER
Krista Young, FPC
Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Management
5+ years of experience
Payroll specialist skilled in various payroll types and platforms across industries, and conducts full-scope HR compliance audits
5+ years of experience
Payroll specialist skilled in various payroll types and platforms across industries, and conducts full-scope HR compliance audits
Jennifer Glowacki
HR STRATEGIST
Jennifer Glowacki
Master of Arts in HR Management
10+ years of experience
Results-driven HR executive with experience in HR processes, talent acquisition, and employee satisfaction. Skilled in managing complex, sensitive matters while upholding company culture, values, and DE&I principles.
10+ years of experience
Results-driven HR executive with experience in HR processes, talent acquisition, and employee satisfaction. Skilled in managing complex, sensitive matters while upholding company culture, values, and DE&I principles.
Siomara Molina
HR GENERALIST
Siomara Molina
Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology
6 years of experience
Over 6 years of full-cycle HR experience across multiple industries. Bilingual, detail-oriented, and passionate about building positive workplace environments through strong employee relations and process improvement. Certified in Data Analysis.
6 years of experience
Over 6 years of full-cycle HR experience across multiple industries. Bilingual, detail-oriented, and passionate about building positive workplace environments through strong employee relations and process improvement. Certified in Data Analysis.
Kathryn Cicalese
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
Kathryn Cicalese
Associates degree in Business Management, Miami Dade College
20 years of experience in the payroll profession
Currently studying for the CPP exam in April 2025
Dedicated to producing timely and accurate payroll, always looking to streamline and improve processes, never too busy to lend a hand.
20 years of experience in the payroll profession
Currently studying for the CPP exam in April 2025
Dedicated to producing timely and accurate payroll, always looking to streamline and improve processes, never too busy to lend a hand.
Alexandra Shinn
TALENT ACQUISITION
EXECUTIVE
EXECUTIVE
Alexandra Shinn
Bachelor of Arts in English
10+ years of experience
Strategic leader in talent acquisition, specializing in tailored recruitment strategies across industries. Passionate about collaboration and enhancing client processes.
10+ years of experience
Strategic leader in talent acquisition, specializing in tailored recruitment strategies across industries. Passionate about collaboration and enhancing client processes.
Ceage Powell
TALENT ACQUISITION
MANAGER
MANAGER
Ceage Powell
Certified in Inclusive & Ethical Leadership and DE&I in the Workplace.
10+ years of experience
Talent acquisition leader with a proven track record of developing and executing strategic in-house recruitment plans. Experienced in leading high-performing teams and managing full-cycle hiring initiatives across multiple industries.
10+ years of experience
Talent acquisition leader with a proven track record of developing and executing strategic in-house recruitment plans. Experienced in leading high-performing teams and managing full-cycle hiring initiatives across multiple industries.
Chrissy Hill
SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION
SPECIALIST
SPECIALIST
Chrissy Hill
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Certified Diversity Professional
7+ years of experience
Results-focused recruiter with a proven track record in increasing hire retention and driving revenue growth. Versatile leader, ideal for any recruiting team.
7+ years of experience
Results-focused recruiter with a proven track record in increasing hire retention and driving revenue growth. Versatile leader, ideal for any recruiting team.
Sheryl Aldinger
SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION
SPECIALIST
SPECIALIST
Sheryl Aldinger
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
20 years of experience
Talent Acquisition Leader specializing in sourcing top talent for senior roles, driving growth, and empowering career development across diverse industries.
20 years of experience
Talent Acquisition Leader specializing in sourcing top talent for senior roles, driving growth, and empowering career development across diverse industries.
Madison Taylor
SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION
SPECIALIST
SPECIALIST
Madison Taylor
Bachelor of Business Administration
5+ years of experience
Manages full-cycle recruitment, defines criteria, sources candidates, and maintains communication with stakeholders.
5+ years of experience
Manages full-cycle recruitment, defines criteria, sources candidates, and maintains communication with stakeholders.
Sara Gick
SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION
SPECIALIST
SPECIALIST
Sara Gick
Bachelor of Arts in Communication
5+ years of experience
Dynamic recruiter excelling in candidate sourcing and relationship-building. AIRS Professional Recruiter certified, with a track record of exceeding quotas and adapting to diverse industry needs.
5+ years of experience
Dynamic recruiter excelling in candidate sourcing and relationship-building. AIRS Professional Recruiter certified, with a track record of exceeding quotas and adapting to diverse industry needs.
Hilary Purtz
SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION
SPECIALIST
SPECIALIST
Hilary Purtz
Bachelor of Health Sciences
8+ years of experience
Versatile talent acquisition specialist with expertise in scientific recruitment and HR consulting. Proficient in contract recruitment and customer relationship management across various sectors.
8+ years of experience
Versatile talent acquisition specialist with expertise in scientific recruitment and HR consulting. Proficient in contract recruitment and customer relationship management across various sectors.
Peyton Braeckel
SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION
SPECIALIST
SPECIALIST
Peyton Braeckel
Bachelor’s in Management & Marketing
7+ years of experience
Talent Acquisition and Marketing professional with a strong background in healthcare recruitment and client relations. Experienced in hiring from clinical to executive roles, optimizing recruitment processes, and building impactful teams.
7+ years of experience
Talent Acquisition and Marketing professional with a strong background in healthcare recruitment and client relations. Experienced in hiring from clinical to executive roles, optimizing recruitment processes, and building impactful teams.
Shannon Tremel
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES
Shannon Tremel
Bachelor's in Mass Communications/Public Relations
20+ years of experience
Healthcare sales leader excels in team management and business growth. Expertise in marketing strategies and developing high-performing sales teams in diverse healthcare sectors.
20+ years of experience
Healthcare sales leader excels in team management and business growth. Expertise in marketing strategies and developing high-performing sales teams in diverse healthcare sectors.
Tracy Dodd
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OPERATIONS AND STRATEGIC GROWTH
Tracy Dodd
20+ Healthcare experience
Expertise in value-based care and managed care models. Successfully builds and develops high-performing teams that exceed revenue targets while fostering positive culture. 2021 Leadership Award recipient for outstanding organizational impact.
Expertise in value-based care and managed care models. Successfully builds and develops high-performing teams that exceed revenue targets while fostering positive culture. 2021 Leadership Award recipient for outstanding organizational impact.
Karen Oliver
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
Karen Oliver
Associate's degree in Medical Assisting
9+ years of experience
Healthcare administration expert specializing in medical office management. Proficient in CRM maintenance, scheduling, and implementing efficient billing and policy procedures
9+ years of experience
Healthcare administration expert specializing in medical office management. Proficient in CRM maintenance, scheduling, and implementing efficient billing and policy procedures
Andy Pool
SENIOR CONSULTANT, INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS
Andy Pool
Master of Arts in Mass Communication
25+ years of experience
Accomplished communications expert in strategic programs, change management, and crisis communications. Proven in driving objectives during significant change.
25+ years of experience
Accomplished communications expert in strategic programs, change management, and crisis communications. Proven in driving objectives during significant change.
Suzanne Mancini
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES
Suzanne Mancini
Bachelor of Science in Communications
10+ years of experience
Expert in healthcare sales, training, and consulting. Skilled in home care, hospitals, long-term care, Medicare, and managed care. Specializes in developing comprehensive sales programs.
Tim Dodd
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES
Tim Dodd
M.S. Leadership studies, B.S. Broadcast journalism
10+ years of experience
Develop high-performing teams across healthcare delivery models. Expertise in operations, sales and trainings. Derive revenue growth and operational excellence in multiple state.
10+ years of experience
Develop high-performing teams across healthcare delivery models. Expertise in operations, sales and trainings. Derive revenue growth and operational excellence in multiple state.
Curtis Bickler
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Curtis Bickler
Google Partner Certified
10+ years of experience
Innovative web designer and digital marketer. Skilled in project management and team leadership, creating custom solutions across various platforms using multiple design and development tools.
10+ years of experience
Innovative web designer and digital marketer. Skilled in project management and team leadership, creating custom solutions across various platforms using multiple design and development tools.
Shelly Starks
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES
Shelly Starks
Associate of Science in Natural Sciences
20+ years of experience
Influential CEO/President of Inline Consulting Services. Expert in Extended DISC® coaching and business advising, fostering growth for small and midsize businesses through effective communication strategies.
20+ years of experience
Influential CEO/President of Inline Consulting Services. Expert in Extended DISC® coaching and business advising, fostering growth for small and midsize businesses through effective communication strategies.
Michael Minnaugh
FINANCIAL LEADER AND M&A SPECIALIST
Michael Minnaugh
MBA and BS in Finance
10+ years of experience
Strategic financial leader skilled in performance improvement and M&A. Expertise in ERP implementations and cross-functional collaboration, delivering actionable insights to executives across industries.
10+ years of experience
Strategic financial leader skilled in performance improvement and M&A. Expertise in ERP implementations and cross-functional collaboration, delivering actionable insights to executives across industries.
Sergei Geleano
SENIOR FINANCIAL EXECUTIVE
Sergei Geleano
Bachelor of Science in Business - Accountancy
20+ years of experience
Seasoned financial executive and CPA specializing in small to mid-sized organizations. Expertise in strategic planning and operational improvement across diverse industries. Fluent in Spanish.
20+ years of experience
Seasoned financial executive and CPA specializing in small to mid-sized organizations. Expertise in strategic planning and operational improvement across diverse industries. Fluent in Spanish.
Stephen Bellosi
STRATEGIC GROWTH CONSULTANT
Stephen Bellosi
Bachelor of Science in Marketing
20+ years of experience
Expert in financial services, wealth management, and strategic growth consulting. Specializes in retirement planning, corporate benefits, and guiding medical and dental companies to optimize performance and value.
20+ years of experience
Expert in financial services, wealth management, and strategic growth consulting. Specializes in retirement planning, corporate benefits, and guiding medical and dental companies to optimize performance and value.
Sylina Frasure
MARKETING AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Sylina Frasure
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
8+ years of experience
Versatile professional in healthcare marketing, insurance sales, and copywriting. Skilled in business development, digital marketing, and mental health advocacy. Specializes in crafting engaging content for health brands.
8+ years of experience
Versatile professional in healthcare marketing, insurance sales, and copywriting. Skilled in business development, digital marketing, and mental health advocacy. Specializes in crafting engaging content for health brands.
Malena Davila-Sullivan
SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST
Malena Davila-Sullivan
Business Management
15+ years of experience
HR and Talent Acquisition professional with expertise in high-volume recruiting, training, workforce planning, and leadership. Skilled in streamlining hiring processes, building teams, and optimizing HR operations. Passionate about fostering strong workplace cultures.
15+ years of experience
HR and Talent Acquisition professional with expertise in high-volume recruiting, training, workforce planning, and leadership. Skilled in streamlining hiring processes, building teams, and optimizing HR operations. Passionate about fostering strong workplace cultures.
Ashley Callender
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
Ashley Callender
BSBM, Western Governors University
11 years of experience
Experienced HR and payroll specialist with a proven track record in global payroll, PEO transitions, and benefits optimization. Skilled in supporting large-scale workforces and driving compliance across diverse industries.
11 years of experience
Experienced HR and payroll specialist with a proven track record in global payroll, PEO transitions, and benefits optimization. Skilled in supporting large-scale workforces and driving compliance across diverse industries.
Testimonials and Reviews
What Business Owners Say
Beyond Commercial
If you’re running a business and need HR support—whether it’s handling compliance, supporting your existing team, or being your HR department—Griffin Resources is the team you want in your corner.
My family’s businesses have worked with them for nearly half a decade, and they’ve been an absolute GODSEND 🙌.
Highly recommend!
Amy Calandrino
CEO & Founding Broker
KJ Technology
Alexandra Shinn, Michelle Griffin, Ceage Powell and the entire Griffin Resources team have been a wonderful partner to KJ Technology for years! I’d whole-heartedly recommend them to anyone looking for a team of HR professionals who are not only experts in their field, but who’ll collaborate as part of your team.
Adam Cohen
CEO
