After years inside the HR technology and PEO industry, one thing became clear:
the market didn’t just grow, it became overcrowded, aggressive, and difficult to navigate. More vendors. More overlap. More pressure to move fast. But very little built to actually protect the buyer.
I sat in countless conversations where companies were evaluating solutions that were fundamentally different. PEO and HCM platforms side by side, payroll systems that couldn’t scale, and HR leaders carrying the full weight of getting it right.
Not because they lacked capability but because they were navigating a system that wasn’t designed for them. We don’t take commissions, revenue share, or vendor incentives, by design. Because the moment compensation comes from the vendor, the guidance is no longer fully aligned to the client.
Our model is simple:
we work for you and only you. That’s how we protect your time, your money, and your outcomes in a system that too often fails to do so.
We’re not just operators—we’re advocates.
Because we’ve been inside the process, and we know where it fails. Now we use that insight to protect you on the outside.
Across her corporate career, Lizzy quickly became a top performer across insurance, HCM, and PEO—recognized not only for her results, but for her ability to lead where others couldn’t. She became a high-demand bilingual consultant in her market, serving as the go-to advisor for Spanish-speaking clients, trusted to translate, guide, and oversee critical conversations.
That demand didn’t just fill a gap—it expanded her reach. Lizzy was called on to support opportunities beyond her immediate market, opening the door to cross-market and international-level exposure beyond the border.
A relentless negotiator, shark in business and a trusted advocate at heart—she ensures every decision is made with precision, integrity, and her clients’ best interest at the center.
Divine is a systems-driven leader known for her efficiency, analytical precision, and ability to build structure where others see complexity. Across her corporate career, she consistently performed at a top level—earning recognition for optimizing operations, streamlining processes, and driving measurable results.
Originally from Hawaii, Divine brings a unique perspective shaped by working across diverse markets and geographic regions, allowing her to adapt quickly and operate effectively in a variety of business environments.
Her expertise extends beyond corporate environments, having supported numerous startups in building scalable systems, refining workflows, and establishing strong operational foundations. With a natural strength in analysis and execution, she brings clarity to chaos and ensures businesses operate with intention and efficiency.
The difficult part wasn’t that vendors were doing anything wrong — they were doing what they are designed to do: sell their solution.
But many times I wanted to pause the conversation and say something simple:
“This company might actually be a better fit for a completely different model.”
That moment stayed with me for years because the people making these decisions deserve clarity and support — not pressure, confusion, or rushed timelines.
Viva People was created so businesses, especially SMBs, have someone in the room focused on one thing: helping them make the right decision for their people.
My reward isn't simply closing deals. It's knowing a company chose the right infrastructure to support their people.
Viva People HCM & PEO Advisory exists to help clients move with confidence before the sale, stay supported during implementation, and stay protected long after the contract is signed.
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