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Trusted partner · Payroll, benefits and HR

AdvantEdge Payroll, Benefits & HR

AdvantEdge is a Charleston-based firm that takes payroll, benefits, human resources and life insurance off a business owner's plate, with real, live, human service. Founder Michael Martini previously ran a $300 million payroll, benefits and HR division at Kelly Services.

HR and payroll advisor meeting a business owner, with the AdvantEdge Payroll, Benefits & HR logo

How we work together

When a client needs payroll, benefits, HR or life insurance handled by people who pick up the phone, we point them to AdvantEdge. They serve the same Charleston businesses we do, so it’s a genuine two-way partnership: we handle growth, they handle the back office.

Why we partner with AdvantEdge

Same clients, zero overlap. AdvantEdge works with the small and mid-sized businesses we serve, handling the back office so together we cover both sides of running a growing company.

Service that sounds a lot like ours. Their approach is built on responsiveness and real relationships, the same concierge-level service CORE CONNECT clients get.

What they handle

  • Payroll: accurate, on-time payroll on a secure cloud-based system.
  • Benefits: administration that helps you attract and keep good people.
  • Human resources: support that keeps you compliant and confident as you grow.
  • Life insurance: coverage to protect your people and your business.

What their clients say

“We’ve been with AdvantEdge since they first opened, and for the past 15 years we have not thought about payroll once. Michael and his team make everything easy and stress free.”

Kristie M.

“Everyone is professional, responsive, helpful, and kind. They never make me feel like I’m bothering them. Highly recommend!”

Dottie V.

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