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Adams Keegan

IRS CPEO CertifiedNational PEO
Memphis, TN·Founded 1987·5-1000 employees
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All 50
States Served
6
Services
4
Industries
5-1000
Employees

About Adams Keegan

Adams Keegan is a Memphis, Tennessee-based PEO offering both co-employment (PEO) and administrative services organization (ASO) models. Founded in 1987 by Robert Adams, the company holds both IRS CPEO certification and ESAC accreditation — two of the industry's most rigorous credentials. Adams Keegan is known for its personalized service model, direct client access to dedicated payroll, benefits, and HR staff, and its flexibility in offering clients the choice between PEO and ASO arrangements. The firm serves businesses across all 50 states with a particular depth of expertise in the Southeast.

IRS Certification

IRS Certified PEO (CPEO)
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The IRS Certified PEO (CPEO) designation is awarded by the Internal Revenue Service to PEO companies that meet rigorous standards for financial health, tax compliance, and operational integrity. Adams Keegan holds CPEO status — a distinction held by fewer than 15% of PEOs in the United States.

Federal Tax Liability
As a CPEO, Adams Keegan assumes sole liability for federal employment taxes on wages paid — protecting your business from tax exposure.
Annual Financial Audits
CPEOs undergo independent CPA audits annually and must maintain a surety bond, ensuring fiscal accountability and solvency.
IRS Reporting
Adams Keegan files employment taxes under their own EIN as CPEO, simplifying your year-end tax obligations and eliminating duplicate filings.

Why businesses choose Adams Keegan

✓IRS CPEO certified and ESAC accredited — two of the most rigorous credentials in the PEO industry
✓Founded 1987 — nearly 40 years of continuous operation with consistent leadership
✓Offers both PEO (co-employment) and ASO (administrative services) models — rare flexibility
✓Direct access to dedicated payroll, benefits, and HR staff — no call center routing
✓Serves all 50 states with particular depth in the Southeast
✓NAPEO highest honor recipient — Robert Adams won the Michaeline A. Doyle Award in 2011
✓Ideal for businesses that want a long-term strategic HR partner, not a vendor transaction

Company Details

Headquarters
Memphis, TN
Founded
1987
Employees Served
5-1000
CPEO Certified
Yes - IRS Verified
Coverage
Nationwide
Company Type
National PEO

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Pros & Cons

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Pros
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Dual model flexibility
Offers both PEO co-employment and ASO administrative services — clients choose what fits best.
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Direct staff access
Named payroll, benefits, and HR contacts — no call centers or ticket queues.
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Dual certified
Both IRS CPEO certified and ESAC accredited — among the most credentialed PEOs available.
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NAPEO award winner
Highest NAPEO industry honor received in 2011 — recognized for industry leadership.
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Nearly 40 years operating
Founded 1987 with consistent ownership and leadership — rare stability in the PEO market.
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Cons
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Southeast centric
Strongest in the Southeast — national capabilities exist but regional depth is concentrated.
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No transparent pricing
Custom quotes required — no published rates online.
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Smaller scale
Less benefits buying power than the largest national PEOs.
PEO Authority Editorial Note

Adams Keegan is the definition of a relationship-driven PEO. The choice between PEO and ASO models, combined with direct access to dedicated staff, gives clients genuine flexibility and accountability that many larger PEOs cannot match. Best for: businesses in the Southeast and nationally that want a highly credentialed, personalized PEO with the option to choose between co-employment and ASO arrangements.

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