Simplifying HR for Growing Businesses – One Fraction at a Time.

As your business grows, HR gets heavier. I take it off your plate.

Most business owners don’t actively look for “Fractional HR.” They just want the HR responsibility off their plate so they can focus on running the business instead of winging it. That’s what I do.

Based in Newtown, PA • Trusted by growing businesses across Philadelphia and the suburbs.

What I do (without the fluff)

You don’t need “HR consulting.” You need HR handled correctly, consistently, and in a way that protects the business. I take on the human side of HR from recruiting through offboarding, so you can focus on the parts of the business only you can run.

Recruiting strategy + hiring

Get clear on the role, tighten the process, and interview the right way with the right questions.

Offer letters + onboarding

Clean offer letters, a better first week, and onboarding that gets people productive faster.

Retention + employee experience

Keep good people by building structure, consistency, and clear expectations.

Performance reviews

A real system, not a once-a-year scramble. Clear goals, coaching, and accountability.

Corrective action

When issues come up, we handle them the right way with documentation that’s defensible.

Offboarding

If someone isn’t a fit, we handle the exit professionally and cleanly. Handled correctly, these decisions protect your business. Handled poorly, they create risk.

If you’re not sure where you fit yet, that’s normal. Most owners aren’t. We’ll sort it out quickly.

Common signs you’ve outgrown DIY HR

If a few of these hit, you’re not alone. You’re just growing.

  • You’re hiring, but onboarding changes every time
  • Managers handle employee issues differently (and you’re the referee)
  • Policies are outdated, scattered, or nonexistent
  • You’re not fully confident about Pennsylvania compliance basics
  • HR keeps pulling you out of running the business
45 Solutions fractional HR service levels from Access to Executive
A clear HR path, from first hires to leadership scale.

Fractional HR service levels

Not every company needs the same level of HR support. These tiers match your stage of growth. Pricing depends on employee count and scope, so we’ll nail down the right fit on a call.

Foundational support

45/90 HR Access

Reliable HR guidance and response support so you’re not guessing on employee issues, documentation, or compliance basics.

Core operations

Fractional HR Manager

Hands-on HR coverage for recruiting, onboarding, performance basics, employee relations, and day-to-day support.

Systems + structure

Fractional HR Advisor

HR roadmap, policies, onboarding design, and the systems needed to scale without chaos.

Embedded leadership

Fractional HR Partner

Performance programs, compensation strategy, manager coaching, and consistent execution across the business.

Executive-level HR

Fractional HR Executive

Org design, leadership planning, culture alignment, and HR strategy are tied directly to growth.

Fractional HR support in Philadelphia and the suburbs

45 Solutions is based in Newtown, PA, and supports growing businesses across the Philadelphia region. Engagement is virtual-first, with in-person sessions available when they add value.

If you’re hiring, dealing with employee issues, or trying to build structure as you grow, this is exactly what I do. Many of the businesses I support are located in Bucks County, Montgomery County, and Philadelphia itself. I understand the local hiring market, wage pressures, and employment environment because I operate here.

 
Common areas served
Philadelphia Bucks County State College Montgomery County Chester County Poconos Delaware County South Jersey Central Jersey Lancaster Lehigh County Allentown

FAQs

Is fractional HR the same as consulting?

No. Consulting is often project-based. Fractional HR is part of the leadership team and focuses on ownership and execution. We build the process, run the systems, and keep HR moving to support growth.

When do most businesses need fractional HR?

Usually, when growth hits: hiring increases, employee issues become more frequent, managers need guidance, and HR becomes a distraction for the owner.

Do you support recruiting and hiring, too?

Yes. Recruiting strategy, interview structure, candidate screening, and building offer letters are all part of how I take the HR hat off owners.

Do you work outside the Philadelphia area?

Yes. Many engagements are virtual-first. In-person support is available when it’s useful.

Ready to discuss if a Fractional HR Expert is right for you?

Let’s map out what you need and whether fractional HR makes sense.