When Roger Solomon and Dave Patty founded Synergy Labor Solutions in 2014, their mission was straightforward: connect skilled tradespeople with contractors who needed them. From the beginning, the goal was to build a staffing company that could meet the growing demand for skilled labor in mechanical and electrical projects across the country.
The company quickly earned a reputation as a trusted partner, placing electricians, millwrights, pipefitters, and welders wherever they were needed. Contractors relied on Synergy not only for the quality of workers provided, but also for the speed and reliability of their staffing solutions. As demand grew, however, the internal strain on the company became increasingly apparent.
Managing the administrative side of a rapidly expanding workforce including workers’ compensation, compliance, benefits, unemployment claims, and even child support orders fell to a small team in the office. Each of these responsibilities carried real financial and legal stakes. Mistakes could lead to costly penalties, delayed projects, or unhappy clients.
On top of that, the company was handling $400K–$600K in weekly payroll, and their funding partner charged high fees with hidden costs that made cash flow unpredictable.
“We had a handful of people in the office doing all of these tasks. It just wasn’t sustainable if we wanted to grow,” Solomon recalled.
It was clear that to continue growing and maintain the high standards their clients expected, Synergy needed a partner who could take back-office operations off their plate.
Finding the Right Partner for Growth
To scale without losing control, Synergy needed more than just a payroll solution. They needed an all-in-one back-office partner that could manage payroll funding, employee benefits, workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, compliance, and risk management in a way that reduced costs, minimized exposure, and freed up time for leadership to focus on growing the business.
That’s when they turned to ESSG. What began as a conversation about payroll quickly evolved into a full back-office outsourcing partnership. ESSG stepped in as an extension of Synergy’s internal team, handling the time-consuming back-office tasks that had been straining Synergy’s staff. ESSG provided the expertise and support needed to manage 400+ workers across 40+ states seamlessly.
"ESSG took a lot of the risk off our plate. Whether it was workers’ comp, unemployment, or compliance, they handled it so we could focus on the business," Solomon said.
ESSG’s payroll funding solution proved to be another pivotal advantage. With transparent, flexible funding, Synergy gained financial stability to pursue growth opportunities without worrying about hidden fees or cash-flow interruptions.
"Our previous provider was expensive, and every week there was some new charge added on. ESSG cut our costs almost in half and gave us peace of mind," Solomon explained.
By taking on the operational heavy lifting, ESSG allowed Synergy to focus on what they do best: connecting skilled tradespeople with contractors and expanding their footprint nationwide. The partnership transformed back-office operations from a bottleneck into a strategic advantage, setting the stage for confident, sustainable growth.
Scaling Without the Headaches
With ESSG handling payroll administration, funding, compliance, and HR complexities, Synergy’s leadership could finally focus on clients, business development, and strategic growth without being bogged down by back-office challenges.
The results were immediate:
- Payroll funding fees cut nearly in half, improving cash flow and freeing up capital for growth initiatives.
- Internal team regained valuable time, no longer overwhelmed by HR, compliance, and administrative tasks.
- Enhanced employee benefits, strengthening recruitment and retention of skilled tradespeople.
- Confidence to pursue larger projects, knowing back-office support and risk management were fully in place.
"We wouldn’t be able to do what we’re doing today without ESSG. They give us the backing we need to grow, without the headaches," Solomon said.
Turning Operational Challenges into Growth Opportunities
Synergy’s story illustrates the impact of having the right partner to shoulder back-office responsibilities and funding. With ESSG, they gained stability, transparency, and expert support, enabling national expansion without overextending their team or risking financial or regulatory setbacks.
Growth doesn’t have to come with headaches. With the right partner, it comes with confidence and a clear path forward. Read more about Synergy Labor Solutions and ESSG’s partnership here.
Need an all-in-one partner to support your staffing agency’s growth? Get in touch with ESSG today.
About the Author
Valerie Invie
Valerie Invie is the Marketing Coordinator at Employer Solutions Staffing Group, where she has contributed for 15 years. Creative and process-driven, she thrives in team environments and is motivated by continuous learning and improvement.
