I work with small to mid-sized businesses that need senior-level HR support without the cost of a full-time hire. Every engagement is customized. No packages. No templates.
Most of my clients come to me with a specific problem. Sometimes that turns into an ongoing partnership. Sometimes it is a single project. I work both ways, and I will tell you honestly which one makes more sense for your situation.
I offer retainer-based support for businesses that need ongoing HR coverage, project-based engagements for defined scopes of work, and hourly advisory for situations that just need a second opinion. If you are not sure which fits, that is exactly what a discovery call is for.
My goal is to understand your business, tell you what you actually need, and help you get there. Not to sell you more than you need.
Robyn Secor
Founder, VelocityHR
Every engagement is different. These are two examples of the kind of work I do and the outcomes it creates.
Vacation time was tracked manually on a spreadsheet. Employees did not know their balances, managers were answering the same questions repeatedly, and HR spent hours correcting errors. After reviewing their existing HR system, I found they already had the functionality to automate the entire process. The tools were there. They simply were not being used.
Outcome
Employees gained confidence in the process, managers stopped answering balance questions, and HR eliminated a recurring administrative burden entirely.
Sometimes the solution is not adding more software or more people. It is making better use of what you already have.
Recruiting efforts were spread across multiple job boards with no visibility into what was actually working. Each posting had to be managed separately, creating inconsistent processes and very little data to inform decisions. The company was spending heavily on hiring but could not measure the return.
Outcome
Significant reduction in recruiting advertising costs, less administrative burden for the HR team, and a more consistent experience for both hiring managers and candidates.
The biggest opportunities are often found not by adding more resources, but by improving the systems already supporting the business.
These are the situations I work on most often. They show up in businesses of all sizes, and they tend to get more expensive the longer they go unaddressed.
The moment someone raises a concern, how you respond matters. Mishandled complaints create legal exposure and damage trust with your team.
Letting someone go without the right documentation and process in place is one of the most common ways small businesses end up in legal disputes.
Outdated policies create inconsistency and liability. If your handbook does not reflect how you actually operate, it is working against you.
I-9 errors are one of the most common compliance gaps I find in small businesses. The fines are real, and the fix is straightforward once you know what to look for.
Employment law varies significantly from state to state. What is compliant in Florida may create liability in California, New York, or wherever your next hire is located.
Inconsistent accountability and missing documentation make it harder to act when you need to and easier for disputes to escalate.
The right level of support depends on your situation, not a formula. These tiers are a starting point. Each engagement is customized to fit your business.
For businesses getting HR off the ground
For businesses managing active people situations
For businesses adding complexity and headcount
For businesses that need senior HR leadership
All retainer tiers include additional hours as needed. Not sure which tier fits? That is what the discovery call is for.
These services are built for the moments when you need targeted support, honest guidance, or a specific problem solved. Scoped based on your situation.
Most small businesses have compliance gaps they are not aware of until something forces the issue. I review what you have, identify where you are exposed, and help you close the gaps before they become a liability. This includes full HR compliance audits, documentation reviews, and single-state and multi-state employee handbooks.
Common reasons clients call me
Bad hires are expensive. So is inconsistent performance management. I help you build structured hiring processes that evaluate candidates fairly and set people up to succeed from day one. I also design performance review frameworks and train managers to use them consistently, so accountability is not a surprise for anyone.
Common reasons clients call me
If your HR processes are disorganized, inconsistent, or built on workarounds, this is where I start. I help you design the operational foundation your business needs to run consistently, including job architecture, onboarding programs, and HRIS selection. These are the systems that make everything else easier.
Common reasons clients call me
When a complaint surfaces, the way you handle it matters as much as the outcome. I conduct structured workplace investigations, assess complaints for severity and next steps, and make sure your documentation protects your business if the situation escalates. Getting this right the first time is always less expensive than cleaning it up later.
Common reasons clients call me
AI tools are showing up in HR workflows faster than most businesses realize, and the compliance implications are real. Before you use AI-generated job descriptions, performance documentation, or HR policies, someone who understands employment law should review them. I help you assess your exposure and use these tools responsibly.
Common reasons clients call me
Sometimes you just need a second opinion from someone who knows what they are talking about. Executive HR advisory, compliance and risk consultation, and employee relations guidance are available on an hourly basis for situations that need a quick, honest answer without a full engagement.
Most people come to me knowing something is wrong but not sure what they actually need. That is exactly what the discovery call is for. No pressure, no obligation, just an honest conversation about where your business stands.
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