Author: Joseph Campagna

Joseph Campagna, SPHR, SHRM-SCP is president and owner of My Virtual HR Director, a human resources outsourcing company serving small and medium sized businesses nationwide. My Virtual HR Director provides an executive level HR advisor to companies that can’t afford or can’t justify hiring a fulltime HR professional on staff. With twenty years of experience dedicated to the HR profession, Mr. Campagna has honed his skills as an expert in compliance, talent management and employee relations. Bringing human capital management experience from start-ups, IT and biotechnology companies, employee leasing, and fortune 100 behemoths Mr. Campagna has filled his tool belt through generalist work, executive positions, and consulting opportunities with companies such as ADP, Merrill Lynch, and Johnson & Johnson. As Vice President of HR for biotech company Hemo Concepts, as well as the head of HR for the global IT solutions company, the Galaxy Group, Mr. Campagna created rich and successful organizational development and employee engagement programs. Having worked with a diverse group of companies and clients in a broad spectrum of industries and environments, he brings a unique HR philosophy to every organization he works with. “HR is not the picnic department,” he says “but instead bears the full responsibility and the unlimited potential for a highly productive and efficient workforce. If HR systems are successful, the organization’s revenue should be increased.” From mergers and acquisitions, to IPO’s, to new product development, to divestiture Mr. Campagna has a true business background to support his HR Architecture. Mr. Campagna is certified as a senior professional through both the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). The HRCI designation of Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) is an experienced-based examination certification. The SHRM certification is a competency based examination certification. Each is a premier designation in the world of HR and recognized by the Society for Human Resource Management of which Joe is a national member and former chapter president. Mr. Campagna brings decades of helping small and medium sized businesses create HR structures such as employee handbooks, performance systems, talent management, training programs, and employee engagement. He knows how to deliver business results through HR aligned objectives. Nearly 30 years of expertise and HR executive authority combined with a group health insurance license and certifications from the Society for Human Resource management and the Human Resources Certification Institute have given Joseph Campagna the guru status that has earned him leadership roles, board of director roles, and speaking engagements related to human resources.

Increase Employee Engagement and Retention… by Outsourcing HR

Employee Engagement and Employee Retention Are Hot Topics and Hard Concepts Finding employees is still ridiculously hard and keeping them can be harder. Engaged employees are retained employees.  Better Human Resources standards and practices can help.  Better than just policies and programs are real live HR experts who facilitate their success. High turnover costs companies […]

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URGENT: What NJ Employers Need To Know About Unemployment Reporting

NJ Unemployment Reporting Just Got Harder. Outsource Unemployment Reporting Now! New Jersey employers need to start preparing now for significant new unemployment insurance reporting rules that went into effect last month. Recent changes to the state’s Unemployment Compensation Law will require electronic submission of all communications with the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce […]

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Building a Strong Company Culture Through HR Outsourcing

A positive company culture has a huge impact on your business success. Engaged employees are more productive, creative, and loyal. But shaping the right culture requires expertise and resources many HR departments lack. That’s where HR outsourcing comes in. The Strategic Value of Company Culture Your company culture consists of the shared assumptions, values, and […]

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Outsourcing Payroll: A Cost-Effective Solution for Your Business

Business leaders may ask themselves, “Can I outsource payroll?” If you find a reliable service with the bandwidth and the right expertise… the answer is a resounding YES! Here are some keys to understanding why and how to outsource your payroll:Managing payroll is a necessary but often frustrating task. Heavy compliance and administrative requirements make […]

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It Is Not A Question of ‘What Is HR Outsourcing,’ It Is The Question of 'WHEN Should I Outsource Human Resource Functions?

Business owners and CFO’s have a lot on their plate. Operations, finances, and steering company strategy take priority, and HR tasks like payroll, compliance,  and employee relations can become burdensome. But outsourcing these functions to an HR consulting firm that is specifically built to handle it can save you time and money while improving employee […]

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Should I Hire an HR Outsourcing Company NEAR Me?

Should I choose an HR outsourcing company near me?   Is Closer Better?A Practical Choice for Your Business? As a business owner or manager, you might have wondered, “Should I hire an HR outsourcing company near me?” The answer may surprise you. While proximity is not a critical factor in selecting the right HR outsourcing […]

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