Beyond Compliance: HR Tips, Tech, & Talk

In this episode of Beyond Compliance, co-host Luke Hladek is joined by Lenny Hannigan - Senior HR and Business Advisor with AlignHR - for a deep discussion on company values and why they need to be more than just words on a wall. From hiring and onboarding to performance evaluations and leadership development, they explore how organizations can define meaningful values, apply them consistently, an...

In this episode of Beyond Compliance, Zach Abraham - Principal and CEO of AlignHR - joins co-host Luke Hladek to unpack what outsourcing HR actually means for small and mid-sized businesses. For some leaders, outsourcing sounds expensive or like giving up control. For others, it feels vague and unclear. Zach breaks down the misconceptions and explains how outsourcing HR can provide structure, expe...

In this episode of Beyond Compliance, co-host Luke Hladek is joined by Jack Gilmore - Principal and Senior Advisor at AlignHR - for a practical conversation about why so many performance reviews fail before they even begin, and how businesses can fix them. They break down why overly complicated, once-a-year performance reviews often miss the mark, and how simplifying the process around company val...

In this episode of Beyond Compliance, co-host Luke Hladek is joined by AlignHR Senior HR Advisors Diana Harto and Lucas Mally to discuss one of the toughest responsibilities any leader faces: letting an employee go. Firing or laying off an employee is never easy, but when handled properly, it can protect your organization, preserve culture, and even help the individual move forward in a healthier...

In this episode of Beyond Compliance, Zach Abraham - Principal and CEO of AlignHR - is joined by co-host Luke Hladek and AlignHR team members Lucas Mally, and Diana Harto. Together, they host a roundtable discussion on one of the toughest challenges facing every business today: keeping great employees. They explore what real employee retention looks like beyond pay raises and perks, and how commun...

In this episode of Beyond Compliance, Zach Abraham - Principal and CEO of AlignHR - explains the critical difference between growth and scaling, and why understanding both can protect your bottom line while improving efficiency. Zach shares real-world examples from mergers, acquisitions, and client success stories, showing how the right approach can help businesses expand without unnecessary cost...

In this episode of Beyond Compliance, Zach Abraham - Principal and CEO of AlignHR - breaks down what company culture really means and why it is more than just perks or buzzwords. He shares how mission, values, and intentional leadership shape workplace culture, and why ignoring culture can lead to costly problems. Co-host Luke Hladek joins the discussion to explore how to hire for cultural fit, ba...

In this episode of Beyond Compliance, ⁠Zach Abraham⁠ – Principal and CEO of AlignHR – explains why the employee handbook is one of the most overlooked but essential tools for small business success. More than a stack of policies, a well-crafted handbook can clarify expectations, protect your business, and reflect your company’s culture and values. Co-host ⁠Luke Hladek⁠ joins the conversation to un...

In this episode of Beyond Compliance, ⁠Zach Abraham⁠ - Principal and CEO of AlignHR - shares why small business owners face unique challenges when trying to manage hiring on their own. Drawing from over 27 years of experience, Zach discusses how small teams can avoid common hiring mistakes, the difference between recruiting and true talent acquisition, and why building a "virtual bench" can give b...

In this inaugural episode of Beyond Compliance, Zach Abraham - Principal and CEO of AlignHR - shares why small businesses can’t afford to overlook human resources. Drawing from over 27 years of experience, Zach explains the real value of HR beyond compliance and how strategic HR practices can support growth, reduce risk, and strengthen culture. Co-host Luke Hladek joins the conversation to explore...