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Encore’s Chad Eberly Named to IFA Advisory Board for 2nd Year

For Immediate Release International Factoring Association Announces New Board Members SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA, June 24, 2025 – The International Factoring Association (IFA) is proud to announce that six new members have been added to the IFA Advisory Board for a two-year term. The Advisory Board plays a pivotal role in the IFA’s operations, offering…

Case Study: Staffing Agency Growth Exceeds Expectations Through Payroll Funding

By: Sandra Colley, Senior Account Executive Sandra ensures clients’ goals are met through insightful support and proactive solutions. Few examples of staffing agency growth are better than one of our California-based light industrial agency clients. With many of their clients operating on extended net–90 and net–120 day payment terms, they required expert collections management and…

Case Study: Securing Success Through Staffing Payroll Funding & Partnership

Learn how a security staffing company doubled their sales and expanded operations with staffing payroll funding and strategic guidance.

Healthcare Staffing Factoring: Which Options are Right for You?

By: Craig Cohen, Director of Sales Craig is an experienced risk manager with the entrepreneurial spirit and leadership skills that support Encore client success. Is healthcare staffing factoring worth it? In my opinion, yes! Access to reliable financing is essential for survival and growth. Without adequate cash flow, you can’t meet payroll obligations, take…

How to Balance Competitiveness and Profitability with Your Bill Rate vs. Pay Rate

By: Ed Burr, Director of Client Growth and Strategy Ed is a dedicated consultant for Encore clients with 20 years of experience in staffing and operations. He’s passionate about building client connections and overcoming challenges with personalized solutions as someone who has been in your shoes. As a staffing entrepreneur, you’ve likely discovered that setting…

Case Study: Invoice Factoring Helps Telecom Service Vendor Solve Cash Flow Crunch to Double in Size

By: Craig Cohen, Director of Sales Craig is an experienced risk manager with the entrepreneurial spirit and leadership skills that support Encore client success. Better Cash Flow Allows Specialized Services to Rapidly Grow Specialized contracting companies often balance lucrative opportunities with unique cash flow challenges. Our client is a prime example. This contracting company provides…

Meet Seasonal Demands with Payroll Funding for Hospitality Staffing

By: Craig Cohen, Director of Sales Craig is an experienced risk manager with the entrepreneurial spirit and leadership skills that support Encore client success. By: Kim (Castagnola) Joyce, Director of Client Services Kim ensures all Encore clients receive the best service possible. She leads new client onboarding and manages ongoing client experiences. The Hospitality Industry…

Workers’ Comp for Staffing Agencies: Avoid Headaches with Proactive Solutions

By: Matthew Williams, General Counsel Navigating Workers’ Compensation in the Staffing Industry: Challenges and Solutions In my experience, workers’ comp for staffing agencies is one of the most critical and complex considerations for staffing entrepreneurs. Unlike traditional employers, you place workers across multiple job sites, industries, and roles, which can make claim management a challenge!…

Avoid Cash Flow Gaps, Scale Your Professional Services Staffing Agency with Payroll Funding

By: Craig Cohen, Director of Sales Craig is an experienced risk manager with the entrepreneurial spirit and leadership skills that support Encore client success. Factoring Companies for Staffing Agencies Support Growing Demand Over the past few years, I’ve noticed the growing demand for professional services staffing in IT, legal, finance, and engineering industries. ASA research…

A Staffing Agency Social Media Marketing Guide for Sales Reps

By: Darlene Barzilay, Vice President of Business Development and Micki Reisman, Business Development Associate Build Relationships with Key Audiences on Social Media As a staffing agency sales representative, you’re probably familiar with staffing agency social media marketing. It’s a powerful sales tool, but it can feel daunting to know where to start. We’ve both used…

How Payroll Funding Promotes Industry Diversity, Supports Minority-Owned Staffing Agencies

By: Craig Cohen, Director of Sales Craig is an experienced risk manager with the entrepreneurial spirit and leadership skills that support Encore client success. How Payroll Funding Supports Minority-Owned Staffing Agencies Access to cash remains a persistent challenge for minority-owned staffing agencies. The 2022 Fed Small Business Credit Survey found that only 19% of Hispanic-owned,…

How to Conduct a Workforce Analysis for 2025 Success

Learn the essential steps to complete a workforce analysis for your staffing company. Hear from our experts!

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