PEO+ Cross-Border Supportâ„¢ (PEO+)
Don’t settle. Choose a globally trusted expansion partner to set up and manage your US entity and people operations.
Choose Foothold America – Our PEO+ service includes everything PEOs offer, plus the Cross-Border Supportâ„¢ international companies need.
*PEO (or Professional Employer Organization) is an outsourcing option that provides small to medium-sized businesses with HR services, benefits administration and payroll processing support in a co-employment arrangement.
What is PEO+ Cross-Border Supportâ„¢?
The benefits of expanding to the US are huge, but so are the penalties for non-compliance with various laws and regulations. Standard PEOs were developed to relieve US businesses of endless employment compliance in a recognized co-employment relationship.
We created PEO+ so international companies with US subsidiaries have the specialized guidance they need to onboard US employees and manage the complex operational and HR processes of employing in America. It is a great option for international businesses looking to conquer the US market with absolute peace of mind.
OUR SERVICES
Expanding your business
to the US with peace of mind
Set up your US entity
If you don’t yet have a US entity, we create your US subsidiary and file all necessary paperwork in compliance with US and state law.
Save up to 50% on employment costs
We handle your payroll, benefits, and all things Human Resources, including vital healthcare benefits. This results in significant savings compared to self-managing your US entity.
Ensure a compliant US workplace
We set up compliant payroll services, ensuring state policies are followed, and we guide your managers in administering Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) with US regulations in mind.
Dedicated HR manager
You have a dedicated HR & Client Services Manager in or near your time zone who responds like a trusted colleague and ensures you stay consistently compliant in any state where you do business.
Broad range of professionals
Access to teams of experts located in the US, UK, and Europe who have decades of experience in all aspects of US and international employment.
Offer attractive employee benefits
We help you create a comprehensive benefits package so you can compete with established US businesses to hire and retain top talent.
BUSINESS SOLUTION
Is PEO+ Cross-Border Supportâ„¢ right for your business?
You already have a US entity, but you need someone to handle the HR functions.
You want to establish a US presence but want key HR functions managed from your home country. You want trusted outsourced support.
Your US clients require you to have a US entity and be the Common Law Employer (CLE).
You want the US entity setup, financials and processes done the US way from the start.
You plan to hire at least five employees in year one. You need a trusted partner to show you the way.
You want to send an employee to live and work permanently in the US and serve your US clients. The foreign national needs a visa connected to your US entity.
Foothold America adds the PLUS of Cross-Border Supportâ„¢ for the guidance that PEOs don't offer but international companies need!
HOW IT WORKS
How our PEO+ Cross-Border Supportâ„¢ service works
Set up a US entity & bank account
To hire US employees with PEO+, you need a US entity and a US bank account. Foothold America can do this for you, or if you have these in place, you are ready for Step Two.
Implement the employment and HR infrastructure
Before onboarding employees, you must make decisions about payroll, time off, benefits, pay strategy, and many US company policies. Your dedicated HR manager guides those decisions, leads the implementation and manages PEO and other third-party employment providers .
Find your candidates & grow your workforce
Foothold America supports you in identifying the best candidates nationwide for your US company, whether you recruit in-house, with a recruiter, or with our Exclusive Talent Acquisition service. Foothold America onboards employees, ensuring a smooth start. Or, if you prefer your home country’s HR professionals to onboard US employees, our team is behind you to avoid missteps. We know understanding US workplace culture takes time, so your dedicated HR Manager supports you as your employee count grows and demands on your time increase.
Plan for ongoing management and compliance
Your obligations don’t end after setup and your needs change over time. It is crucial to have professional guidance to manage ever-changing US regulations. As your trusted partner, we strive to understand your US business objectives, budget, and vision, working with you as you grow.
Feeling Overwhelmed? At Foothold America, we get it. We'll work with you to:
- Understand your needs
- Reduce your risk
- Save you time and money
- Make you a company hero.
PEO vs PEO+ Cross Border Support
Why PEO+ Cross-Border Supportâ„¢ is a better solution for international companies than a standard PEO.
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Standard
PEO Service
Foothold America
PEO+ Cross-Border Supportâ„¢
Employee payroll processing
Year-end employee income tax documents
Statutory and elective benefits withholdings
Manage recurring payroll tasks and grid
Submit state and federal employer withholdings
Manage new state registrations
Offer large employer benefits through negotiated master agreement
Guide benefits offering and contribution strategy
Manage benefits implementation, enrollment, renewal and escalations
Provide statutory Workers' Compensation coverage through negotiated master agreement.
General HR and compliance guidance.
Complex HR and compliance guidance.
Comprehensive online portal
New hire setup and recurring portal tasks
Dedicated HR & Client Service Manager in or near your time zone
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Find out what our clients say about Foothold America
Do you want more options for hiring in the USA?
Explore our People Partnership Serviceâ„¢ (PPS) and Employer of Record (EOR) service.
People Partnership Serviceâ„¢ (PPS)
We created People Partnership Serviceâ„¢ (PPS) for international organizations hiring more than 50 employees, (or a contractual need to hire employees directly) to help you navigate the process of setting up your US entity, onboarding, paying, and providing benefits to US employees, and managing the complex operational and HR processes of doing business in America.
Employer of Record (EOR) Service
Our Employer of Record Service offers a turn-key, cost-effective solution for your company to have US employees anywhere in the country in as little as one week without the cost and complexity of setting up a US entity. This can be a significant advantage for companies looking to expand their US operations quickly.
Need help securing talent?
Check out Exclusive Talent Acquisitionâ„¢ (ETA).
WHO WE ARE
We're real people. Not just platforms.
Our team of experts has the knowledge and expertise to help you navigate the legal and administrative maze of doing business in the US.
Joanne M. Farquharson
US entrepreneur with 30 years experience in advising small and medium-sized businesses in employee benefits, insurance, labor law compliance, and risk management. Joanne has a passion for growing small companies and helping business owners actualize their goals.
Geanice Barganier
Experienced Global Management leader with over 15 years of professional services and consulting experience. Highly knowledgeable in Human Resources, Employee Relations, Global Operations and Outsourcing. Strong Compliance background experience with employee contracts and US & Global Immigration.
Rosalynn Core
Seasoned, determined, and highly accomplished executive professional with extensive experience spearheading financial services, managing business operations, monitoring performance indicators, and delivering high-quality strategic business support to drive exponential revenue growth for top-tier companies.
Laurie Spicer
Over 25 years of experience doing business in North American, European, and Asian markets, including seven years as an International Trade Advisor with a primary focus and specialism on the complexity of the US market.
Robert R. Esquijarosa
Experienced HR & Client Success professional with a demonstrated 15-year history of working in employee relations, payroll & benefits administration, compliance, and recruitment within multiple industries throughout the US and UK.
Miruna Eliza Ionescu
Multilingual marketing professional with more than ten years of experience in traditional and digital marketing for B2B and B2C sectors. Miruna has an extensive background in building customer engagement and ensuring that clients have the best tools and information in hand.
Angelique Soulet-Bangurah, PHR
Angelique takes pride in providing client solutions, using more than seven years of experience as an HR Generalist with a vast knowledge of onboarding, employee relations and overall HR operations. She’s certified by the HR Certification Institute as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR).
Jamie Neill
With 19+ years of experience, this seasoned specialist in US Human Resources brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Highly skilled in various areas, including benefits management, talent acquisition, employee performance improvement, workforce planning and development, as well as the effective deployment of HRIS systems and process enhancements, Jamie has a proven track record of successfully driving HR strategies and initiatives. Jamie’s comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience make her an invaluable asset in navigating the complex US HR landscape.
Lamar Manning
Lamar is a seasoned professional with over 11 years of experience in driving business growth. Possessing dual US and UK citizenship, Lamar has experience in US HR, payroll and recruitment, bringing a unique perspective and international expertise to his approach. His ability to navigate the complexities of diverse industries, coupled with his relentless drive for excellence, make him well-positioned to support his clients’ commercial success on a global scale.
Natalie Gombalova
This conversion-minded marketer is responsible for strategizing, planning and creating high-calibre content for our website visitor’s digital experience. With over seven years in marketing, Natalie specialises in PPC, SEO, emerging trends, and customer behavioural insights that help clients find the best solutions for their business needs.
Jisselle Douglas
Jisselle has 8+ years experience of efficient business administration, data analysing and reporting in diverse industries. She’s a HubSpot wizard and strives on improving operations that deliver high-value returns for our clients. Jisselle works closely with all departments ensuring efficiency and satisfaction.
Liz Gamarra
Liz’s experience as an accountant spans two decades; during which time she has worked with individuals, businesses, and organizations within industries such as Tax, Automotive and Electric. Liz has also worked on various business consulting projects, including bookkeeping and financial analysis. A proactive and detail-orientated employee, Liz has worked in AR, AP and financial reporting and is considered an expert in tax planning and compliance.
Priti Raghuvanshi
Our HR & Client Specialist Priti is experienced in various HR activities such as recruitment and retention, compensation, labour relations, benefits and leave of absences. And her passion is troubleshooting data issues to identify strategic solutions using knowledge of HR process, benefits, training and development. She’s lived in the US for 18+ and dedicated most of them to her career in HR. With Priti, you are definitely in good hands.
Robert Johnson
Robert is the Co-founder of several successful US and UK life science companies. He serves as the Board Chair of Foothold America influencing the direction of the company.
Why choose to grow your business withFoothold America?
At Foothold America, we implement best practices available to ensure your smooth US expansion.Â
CLIENT REVIEWS
Since 2015, thousands of businesses have put their trust in Foothold America.
"Foothold America was able to get things done for us very quickly. They made life easier for us and worked with us to make sure staff were looked after and that we were able to get up and running."
Operations Manager, UK Network Security Company
"We needed to access the US market to maximize our potential for growth. We selected our employee and Foothold America managed the payroll and payroll taxes, benefits, taxes and other employee logistics, enabling us to avoid dealing with the bureaucratic maze of employing someone in the US."
CEO, Belgium Manufacturing Company
"Foothold America was instrumental in helping my UK company employ field applications sales people in the US without having to set up a US subsidiary, which is the usual route for foreign companies. Foothold America facilitated this by employing the people we had chosen and handling all the employment, terms, salaries, taxes, social costs etc. They then billed us monthly for these costs plus a reasonable service charge. As a result, we were able get going very quickly with our own people in the USA and at a much lower cost base."
CEO, UK Biotech Company
"I couldn’t manage our US subsidiary without Foothold America. Our small HR department isn’t equipped with the knowledge or staff to handle our US employees. I could end my workday in the UK knowing Foothold America would take care of everything in the US."
Head of HR, UK financial services firm
"We currently use Foothold America's Employer of Record Service and plan to move to their People Partnership Service when we set up an entity in the coming months. It’s great knowing we can work with one partner through various stages of our growth."
CMO, Norway IT company
"We started US expansion on our own and soon after, we stumbled over employee benefits leaving our expat staff and families without healthcare insurance. It was a huge risk for them and our company. Foothold America came in and got us sorted. They’ve been taking care of us ever since."
Sr. People Partner, UK software company
RESOURCES
FAQ’s
Get answers to all your questions and take the first step towards a US business expansion.
The plus in PEO+ encompasses every aspect of the service. We take care of time-intensive administrative tasks as well as give guidance on complex issues you would have to handle on your own. See our handy table on this page for details.
Most PEOs require five employees. Foothold America designed PEO+ for international companies that often begin their journey slowly, so we welcome clients with just one employee. PEO+ is ideally suited for five to 50 employees.
To manage the compex ever-changing landscape of employment law, Foothold America relys on in-house and third-party experts.
The PEO and client have a co-employer relationship with employees. From the IRS perspective, the client company is the legal or Common Law Employer (CLE) and because the PEO processes payroll and end-of-year tax documents, they are considered by the IRS to be the employer of record. Please note, this is different than an Employer of Record service, which does not require a US entity.
Absolutely. Everyday management, performance, pay, and benefits decisions all remain with the client. The PEO has a legal obligation to deny hiring and demand firing of those without a legal right-to-work in the US. Please see the Client Service Agreement for details.
With PEO+, there are two interdependent contracts; one with Foothold America, and one with the PEO processor, Vensure Employer Solutions. PEO+ service is provided via a 12-month renewal contract that can be terminated with 60-days notice following the first year’s term.
Yes! While standard PEO services don’t include the development of policies and procedures, Foothold America created PEO+ to help international companies fully develop their people infrastructure.
As the employer, you have control over performance and disciplinary actions. However, your dedicated HR & Client Service manager is by your side to ensure you are aware of US best practices and regulations.Â
Yes. When possible, we manage audits and investigations. When your company must respond directly, we back you up.
PEO+ Cross-Border Supportâ„¢ is a comprehensive PEO solution that has all the turnkey benefits of a PEO (payroll, benefits, compliance, and withholding tax administration, etc.), plus the additional advice and admin support required by international companies doing business in the US. We lead the setup of your US HR program and develop bespoke onboarding processes that align with the way you do business in your home country. We handle the nuisance tasks that take time while giving you access to employee data and reports.
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