Advance Partners, a Paychex company specializing in payroll funding and comprehensive back-office solutions for staffing firms, has announced the appointment of Kendra Cato as its new Director of Strategic Partnerships. In this newly created role, Cato will leverage her nearly 20 years of experience in strategic planning, sales, marketing, and research to forge and formalize partnerships that drive business growth and client success.
Cato, a prominent keynote speaker and thought leader in the staffing industry, will collaborate closely with Advance Partners’ leadership team, including Jeremy Bilsky, Senior Director and General Manager, and Mike Brew, Director of Revenue and Customer Operations. She will also work with the company’s experienced sales team. Over the past decade, Cato has been deeply involved in the staffing industry as a marketer, speaker, author, and founding member of Women of Color in Staffing.
“Advance Partners is committed to fostering growth and success within the staffing industry. Kendra is an ideal fit for this role due to her intelligence, drive, and respected status in the industry. Her passion for community building and connecting people aligns perfectly with our mission,” said Brew. “Her expertise will be instrumental in enhancing our innovative solutions and support for staffing firms, ultimately benefiting the broader business community and job seekers.”
With a history of over 25 years of growth, Advance Partners aims to increase working capital in the staffing sector. Cato will be pivotal in launching the company’s new partnership program, aimed at expanding service offerings, enhancing client experiences, and highlighting the staffing industry’s role in economic prosperity.
“I am deeply inspired by the dedication of those in the staffing industry who are committed to creating opportunities for businesses and individuals. Advance Partners embodies this spirit of collaboration and has an outstanding reputation for service and integrity,” said Cato. “I am thrilled to contribute to building a partnership program that prioritizes people and demonstrates that success can be achieved while putting others first.”
