Have you ever been sold a service by a top level executive, only to find out that upon signing the contract you’d be working with an entry-level employee? At Employer Solutions Plus we differentiate and pride ourselves on offering executive level service and experience throughout the entire process of finding the perfect PEO, Payroll-Only, Health Insurance, and/or Employee Benefits partner.

All new clients get the benefit of working with our company founder, Torri Sloan. As a broker, companies look to Torri for creative ideas to help alleviate their administrative headaches. We interviewed our founder this week so that you can learn a little bit more about her!

What was your first job?

My first job was actually in accounting (accounts payable) for a cruise only travel company. I worked in this capacity for 5 years and realized that I truly liked talking with and helping people. I always enjoyed assisting my 150 outside sales agents in making sure that their customers’ money went toward the perfect vacation.

How did you end up in the HR/PEO world?

I ended up in HR outsourcing, or PEO as it was called in the 90’s, by sheer luck. When I realized that I wanted to actually be in “sales” the only opportunity that was available or that someone would take the risk on was sales for a PEO company. I didn’t have sales experience at the time but was given valuable sales training through Sandler Sales and was eventually sent on my way to open a brand new market in Upstate NY, where I found great success and realized I loved the industry!

What’s the most rewarding part of your job?

The most rewarding part of my job is providing the business owner with an entirely customized solution that better equips them for taking their business to the next level, and helps them become an employer of choice.

Do you belong to any professional organizations?

I belong to a number of professional organizations but the most important decision I made when I first started Employer Solutions Plus was joining the Centre Club. It’s a professional business club that focuses on helping existing members grow in each of their businesses. I sit on the Club’s Ambassador Council, and it’s a great place; it really is my home office away from home!

I also belong to CFA (Commercial Finance Association) and sit on their board as one of the speaker chairs. Outside of professional organizations, I volunteer with Metropolitan Ministries on their Ambassador Board.

What do you like to do outside of work?

In my spare time I love spending time outside with my husband and our 2 dogs. I also enjoy relaxing and recharging my batteries with a great massage or facial!

Is there something you want to know about Torri that we didn’t touch upon this week? Let us know! To learn more about Employer Solutions Plus, follow our blog or stop by our Employer Services page.