Leading Payroll and Compensation Experts

Zayla Partners approaches compensation consulting differently than others - we view talented people as the singular differentiator for any company’s success (including our own). Our mission is to empower our clients to be able to attract, retain and motivate their critical human capital across the employment lifecycle - and linking human capital success with long-term corporate strategy. Our seasoned compensation consultants deliver expert compensation consulting services tailored to your business needs. Specializing in executive compensation consulting, our team stands out as trusted compensation advisory partners, ensuring fair and strategic remuneration strategies for your leadership and beyond.

A published HR and Compliance Professional with over 10 years of related experience, including HR and Compliance Project Management: I have provided expert consulting services, written original content and completed high-level projects in the following areas:*Compensation/Benefits* Employment Law and Best Practice *Training/Development *SOPs/Policies/Procedures *Global HR * Recruitment and Outplacement *Payroll Practices www.employhrpro.comHave a quick question or one-off need? Get on my calendar to pick my brain: https://www.upwork.com/services/product/consulting-hr-susan-1582026967388487680?ref=project_share&tier=0

Sal DiFonzo offers 25+ years as compensation expert and client relationship manager who assists clients with improving financial performance, employee engagement and increasing sales through effective compensation design. He is a frequent speaker as well as the author of multiple publications and the book, "Designing Effective Incentive Compensation Plans" on Amazon. Sal is a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), a Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) and a Certified Sales Compensation Professional (CSCP).

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I'm the Founder of IncentiveOps Consulting LLC, a specialized sales compensation consultancy built for companies that need clarity, rigor, and operational control over how they pay their sellers. My work sits at the intersection of incentive strategy, commission operations, and ICM implementation. I partner with revenue and finance leaders to design compensation structures that are defensible to leadership, motivating to sales teams, and built to scale — not just survive the next fiscal year. Before founding IncentiveOps, I spent 9 years in sales compensation and revenue operations where I saw firsthand how fragile most compensation operations really are: manual calculations, undocumented governance, misaligned incentives, and ICM platforms configured without a clear plan behind them. That experience is what shaped my approach. I don't just audit what's broken — I build the systems, documentation, and governance frameworks that prevent things from breaking in the first place. IncentiveOps works with clients across three engagement models: end-to-end fractional compensation operations, project-based ICM implementations, and strategic advisory for leadership teams navigating plan redesigns or rapid growth. If your compensation program is holding your revenue motion together with spreadsheets and tribal knowledge, that's exactly where I work best.

Human Resource Professional experienced in all areas of Human Resources specializing in Benefits and Compensation. Skilled in Employee Relations, Change Management, Benefit Plan selection, Vendor Management, Benefits, Retirement and Compensation Plan Design, Executive Benefits and Deferred Compensation Plans. Accomplished Business Partner who teams with Leaders to align strategic plans with organizational goals and objectives.

With over 35 years of experience in HR, Talent Management, Compensation, and Analytics, I am a trusted consultant and leader for organizations that want to leverage data and insights to optimize their people strategies and outcomes. As the VP, Consulting at Salary.com, I lead a team of experts who partner with clients across various industries and regions to provide customized solutions and best practices on people analytics, total rewards, and HR data governance. I am passionate about empowering managers and engaging employees through data-driven and holistic approaches to total rewards management and communication. I have presented at national HR conferences, published in reputable journals and magazines, and authored chapters on global compensation and HCM analytics. I also host the HR Data Labs podcast, where I share insights and trends on how HR can use data and analytics to drive business value and performance. I hold the HCS certificate from the Human Capital Institute and a few Coursera certificates on data science.

As leaders in Human Resources, our affect on the culture is determined by the customer service experience we construct. So let us create, let us encourage a change in perspectives; time and time again, until our support teams, peers, and superiors are thrilled to work not only for us, but with us.With a solid background in Human Resources, my role is to lead with innovation and cost-centric solutions that elevate both employee culture and operational efficiency. This has included restructuring and cost-saving initiatives that benefit every stakeholder, making Total Safety not just a workplace, but a community where everyone is empowered to contribute to our shared success.

Philipp is passionate about HR technology, job architecture design and management, strategic rewards management, pay equity, startups, evidence based management, emergency medicine and his family of course. :) He runs his own Business QPM GmbH, offering affordable and international job evaluation with www.gradar.com.

Compensation manager with progressive experience managing and maintaining company's compensation salary structure (domestic and international), incentive plans, job analysis, analyzing market survey benchmarking data, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Dedicated military veteran with strong organizational abilities and an acute attention to detail. Skilled at communication and fostering relationships with employees across all levels of an organization.

I'm a Career Consultant who specializes in Negotiation and Pay Equity. I bring years of experience working for employers at a staff firm, applicant tracking company, and professional trade association to my work with candidates and employees. I spearheaded two pay equity laws; 1) salary history bans and inclusion of pay in job postings. Over the years I have contributed and been interviewed by NPR, BBC, CNN, Boston Globe, Yahoo Finance, Hollywood Reporter, and more. Additionally, my speaking engagements and workshops have included Harvard, UCLA, Virginia Tech, Women in Construction, Boston Consulting Group, Boston Chamber of Commerce, and more. I've earned an MBA from Bentley University and a BA in Economics from College of the Holy Cross.

Tyren Thompson is a Human Resources professional with specific expertise in how employees are rewarded. Tyren is currently a Benefits Manager at Zoom Video Communications, and also has nearly a decade of experience working in Compensation roles. Tyren serves as a commissioner with the California Citizens Compensation Commission, who is responsible for setting the salary for Governor Newsom and other Members of the Legislature and California elected officials. Tyren has lectured on Compensation and Human Resource Management at California State University, Los Angeles, where he also completed his undergraduate studies in 2012. He is a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) and Global Remuneration Professional (GRP) through WorldAtWork, the leading global nonprofit organization for Total Rewards professionals, and a Professional in Human Resource Management (PHR) and has earned two Master of Science degrees from Pepperdine University.

I thrive through my leadership in crafting innovative strategies that have bolstered business growth while focusing on stakeholder relationships. Currently pursuing an MBA with prior experience in payroll processing, project management, and consulting. I am committed to integrating cutting-edge strategy techniques using data-driven insights.At Liberty Mutual, I excelled in ensuring accurate compensation for employees on leave, demonstrating keen analytical skills while going through a workforce transition. This enriching experience, combined with my educational pursuits at NYU, has honed my competencies in strategic operations, advanced problem solving, and digital transformation, setting a solid foundation for a future in business operations strategy.

Passionate about transforming complex HR and payroll systems into strategic business drivers. With a background spanning global consulting, public speaking, and project leadership, I bring an analytical mind, creative energy, and relentless drive to every initiative. Whether leading HRIS implementations, launching AI-powered solutions, or planning purpose-driven events, I thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments. Lifelong do-gooder, committed to using tech and teamwork to build better businesses—and better lives.

A bilingual certified HR and Compensation professional with excellent communication, organizational, computer and leadership skills and experience within the Compensation field with a background encompassing review of salary administration, compensation analysis, programs and practices, review of internal equity, job evaluation process, compensation surveys, the establishment of salary structures and salary ranges, base pay using market data and job analysis to ensure that company compensation practices and compensation policies are followed—extensive experience with annual merit, salary planning, variable pay plans, and other compensation related issues. Past accomplishments are creating and updating compensation structures, developing and updating policies and procedures, conducting organization-wide market competitiveness studies, overseeing merit increase process, cost impact analysis, and training employees.

24 years of regional experience in the Middle East & Africa in multiple industries as Technology, Medical & Surgical, Petrochemical, Retail, Real Estate, Research & Development, and Food & Beverage. Certified in Employee Experience, Performance Management, Organizational Competencies, Payscale Matrix, Retention & Reward.High Competency proficiency in Human Capital, Talent Acquisition, Employer Branding, Learning & Development, Talent Management Programs, Change Management, People & Culture Strategy, and HR infrastructure.Additional Expertise in Office Management -Health & Safety, Budget, Social Awareness, Chairing Communication & Event Management.

Globalli is a unified global workforce management platform built to streamline global payroll, contractor payments, and compliance for distributed teams. Whether you hire full-time employees or international contractors, Globalli acts as your Employer of Record (EOR) or Agent of Record (AOR), ensuring seamless onboarding, payments, and benefits administration in over 180 countries. The platform integrates advanced HRIS and HCM tools, enabling organizations to manage global timekeeping, tax compliance, compensation, benefits, and workforce data from one centralized dashboard. With Globalli, you can expand globally without barriers—stay compliant, reduce costs, and deliver a world-class employee and contractor experience. Empower your global teams with HR management solutions, contractor payroll service, agent of record solutions, and global workforce management software that integrates with leading HCM and HRIS platforms at Globalli—talk to us today.

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