Coalesce Capital, a private equity firm focused on human capital and tech services, will acquire a majority stake in DecisionHR. This company is a leading Professional Employer Organization (PEO) in St. Petersburg, Florida. Founded in 1996, DecisionHR provides full HR outsourcing solutions. These services include payroll, benefits administration, workers’ compensation, and risk management for small and mid-sized U.S. businesses. The partnership aims to boost DecisionHR’s growth by investing in technology, talent, and strategic acquisitions. The existing leadership team will stay in place and keep ownership.
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“DecisionHR has established itself as a trusted partner to small- and mid-sized businesses seeking comprehensive, scalable HR solutions,” said Peter Newman, CEO of DecisionHR. Stephanie Geveda, Founder & Managing Partner at Coalesce Capital, added, “DecisionHR is ideally positioned to capitalize on this market opportunity and expand its footprint.” Austin Heiman, Managing Director at Coalesce, noted that the company exemplifies their investment thesis of enabling businesses to scale efficiently by offloading HR complexity. The transaction, advised by Lazard and Jones Day, is expected to close by year-end 2025, subject to regulatory approvals.
