HR LaunchPad

For businesses starting HR for the first time, LaunchPad sets the foundation you need to grow. From compliance to handbooks, to hiring, payroll, and employee engagement, LaunchPad makes sure you're ready to scale with confidence.

Plan Options

Pathfinder (Essentials)

Designed for businesses that need a strong HR foundation with essential tools and support.

Price/Month (based on headcount)

What's Included

Up to 10 employees: $2,250

11 to 25 employees: $2,900

26 to 50 employees: $3,700

51 to 100 employees: $4,900

101 to 200 employees: $6,100

201+ employees: $6,100 + $15/employee over 200*

*For organizations over 200 employees, pricing scales with headcount to ensure support matches your business's size and complexity.

Compliance and Policy Setup
Custom Employee Handbook
Core Policies (attendance, leave, etc.)
HR Compliance Mini-Audit

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
Job description templates for key roles
Onboarding & offboarding checklists
Role intake, scorecard, and interview kit
Job ad & posting setup

Performance & Employee Relations
Review templates & cycle guide
Performance Improvement Plan Toolkit
Employee Relations Casebook

Compensation & Benefits
Salary bands (10+ roles)
Merit matrix & pay-change process
Benefits comparison one-pager

HR Operations & Systems
HR dashboard setup (with upkeep)
HRMS/tool recommendations and setup
Recordkeeping best practices

Payroll Administration
Payroll system selection & setup
Ongoing payroll processing and support
Payroll tax compliance and year-end reporting

Training & Development
Manager micro-training (30 to 45 minute decks)
Compliance training resources
Custom employee training program facilitation and design

Ongoing HR Support
Dedicated HR contact
Unlimited email support (72-hour SLA)
Monthly check-ins and proactive HR guidance
35 coaching/consult hours per week

How It Works

Up to 25 hours per week included in your monthly fee

36 to 40 hours/week: Additional hours billed at $5/hour (pre-approved)

41+ hours/week: Each hour over 40/week billed at $15/hour (pre-approved)

6-month minimum commitment

One-time setup fee: $500
(waived on annual commitments)

Free 1 hour consultation!

Pathfinder in Practice

Imagine you own a growing coffee shop with 18 employees. You've been managing schedules, payroll, and policies on your own, but things are getting messy. New hires ask about training, your handbook hasn't been updated in years, and you're not sure if your policies meet compliance standards anymore.

With LaunchPad Pathfinder, you get:

A custom handbook that reflects your culture and protects your business.

Job description templates so new roles are consistent and professional

Onboarding checklists that make sure every hire starts off strong

A Performance Improvement Plan toolkit so when performance issues pop up, you know exactly what to do

Compensation bands and pay change guidelines so you can stay fair and competitive

Instead of juggling guesswork, you'll have clarity and structure. Pathfinder ensures your policies, hiring, and performance tools are all in place, so you can focus on running the shop while your team thrives.

Commander (Comprehensive)

For businesses that want it all. Pathfinder's essentials PLUS deeper HR strategy, engagement, and compliance support.

Price/Month (based on headcount)

What's Included

Up to 10 employees: $2,550

11 to 25 employees: $3,200

26 to 50 employees: $4,000

51 to 100 employees: $5,200

101 to 200 employees: $6,400

201+ employees: $6,400 + $18/employee over 200*

*For organizations over 200 employees, pricing scales with headcount to ensure support matches your business's size and complexity.

Everything in Pathfinder, PLUS:

Health & Safety Compliance
Workplace safety policy creation
OSHA compliance guideline (if applicable)
COVID-19 or infectious disease protocols

Employee Engagement & Retention
Engagement surveys and action planning
Stay interviews and exit interviews
Recognition program setup

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
DEIB policy development
Inclusive hiring best practices
Unconscious bias training resources

HR Analytics & Reporting
Turnover analysis and reporting
Basic HR metrics dashboard

Change Management Support
Communication planning for organizational changes
Support for mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring (if relevant)

How It Works

Up to 25 hours per week included in your monthly fee

36 to 40 hours/week: Additional hours billed at $5/hour (pre-approved)

41+ hours/week: Each hour over 40/week billed at $15/hour (pre-approved)

6-month minimum commitment

One-time setup fee: $750
(waived on annual commitments)

Free 1 hour consultation!

Commander in Practice

Picture a regional marketing agency with 65 employees. You've grown quickly, but with growth comes complexity. Turnover is creeping up, pay feels inconsistent across teams, and you've never had a structured DEIB or safety plan in place. Leadership knows it's time to move from "getting by" to building a sustainable people strategy.

With LaunchPad Commander, you get everything in Pathfinder PLUS the extra horsepower to tackle deeper organizational challenges:

Employee Engagement & Retention: Run engagement surveys, use stay interviews to prevent turnover, and build recognition programs that keep high morale.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: Develop a DEIB policy, add inclusive hiring practices, train managers on unconscious bias, and ensure everyone feels they belong at the workplace!

HR Analytics & Reporting: Access dashboards that track company health such as headcount, turnover, and demographics so leaders can make data-driven decisions.

Change Management Support: Get expert guidance for restructures, acquisitions, or internal changes so the transition feels smooth, not chaotic.

Commander gives you not just compliance and structure, but strategy. It's the difference between "keeping up" and truly leading your team into the future.

Headcount Policy

Pricing is based on average monthly headcount. If your business sits above a band for two consecutives months, you'll be moved to the next band the following month.

Example:

You sign up for the Trail Boss plan and have 10 employees ($600/month). During the 2nd both, you hire 5 employees. At the end of the second AND third months, you have 15 employees. You will automatically be moved up a band ($850).

Pathfinder or Commander, the next move is yours.

Start LaunchPad today!

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum contract term?

Both LaunchPad plans require a 6-month commitment to ensure a strong HR foundation and partnership for your business.

What if we need more than 35 hours of HR support in a week?

Hours 36 to 40 are billed at $5/hour (with your approval). Any hours above 40 in a week are billed at $15/hour. You're always in control of your support level and budget.

Is there a setup fee, and what does it cover?

Yes. Pathfinder has a one-time setup fee of $500, while Commander's setup fee is $750. Both cover initial audits, documentation, and system implementation to get your new HR department up and running smoothly. Annual commitments waive these fees.

Can we switch between Pathfinder and Commander?

Absolutely! We'll review your needs at any time and can upgrade or adjust your plan as your business grows or your HR needs evolve. Just know that changing from Pathfinder to Commander during the first six-months will incur a pro-rated cost.