What states does Propel PEO serve?

Propel PEO currently operates in the following states: SC, NC, GA, TN, VA.

Is Propel PEO IRS CPEO certified?

Yes, Propel PEO is an IRS Certified Professional Employer Organization (CPEO). This certification means they have met strict financial, reporting, and background requirements set by the IRS, providing additional tax advantages and liability protections for client companies.

What size companies does Propel PEO work with?

Propel PEO typically serves businesses with 5 to 300 employees. If your company is outside this range, contact them directly to discuss your options.

What services does Propel PEO provide?

Propel PEO offers the following HR and employer services: Payroll Processing, Employee Benefits, HR Management, Workers Compensation, Compliance Support.

How do I get a quote from Propel PEO?

You can request a no-obligation quote from Propel PEO by filling out the form on this page. A PEO specialist will review your business details and connect you within one business day.

Propel PEO

IRS CPEO CertifiedRegional PEO

Greenville, SC·Founded 2010·5-300 employees

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About Propel PEO

Propel HR is a Greenville, South Carolina-based IRS CPEO certified Professional Employer Organization founded in 1996 by Lee Yarborough and her father Braxton Cutchin. Now one of the most respected PEOs in the Southeast, Propel serves businesses across 44 states and has maintained 15-20% annual growth since its founding. Lee Yarborough currently serves as Chair of NAPEO — the National Association of Professional Employer Organizations — the industry's highest volunteer leadership role, giving Propel unmatched credibility within the PEO industry. The company was among the first PEOs to receive IRS CPEO certification in 2017. Propel's flagship offering includes access to a BlueChoice Master Health Plan with nationwide BlueCard PPO coverage, UKG (formerly Kronos) HCM software, a dedicated team of Propel Pros for payroll, benefits, and HR, and a 24/7 Propel 911 emergency HR support line.

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. Propel PEO holds CPEO status — a distinction held by fewer than 15% of PEOs in the United States.

Federal Tax Liability

As a CPEO, Propel PEO 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

Propel PEO files employment taxes under their own EIN as CPEO, simplifying your year-end tax obligations and eliminating duplicate filings.

Why businesses choose Propel PEO

✓CEO Lee Yarborough is the current Chair of NAPEO — highest volunteer leadership role in the PEO industry

✓IRS CPEO certified in the first round of certifications in 2017

✓Founded 1996 with 15-20% annual growth — consistent, sustainable expansion

✓BlueChoice Master Health Plan with BlueCard PPO network — nationwide coverage for client employees

✓UKG (formerly Kronos) HCM platform — enterprise-grade workforce management software

✓Propel 911 — 24/7 emergency HR support line included with every client

✓Dedicated Propel Pros team for payroll, benefits, and HR — no rotating call center

Company Details

Headquarters

Greenville, SC

Founded

2010

Employees Served

5-300

CPEO Certified

Yes - IRS Verified

Coverage

5 states

Company Type

Regional PEO

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Pros & Cons

Pros

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NAPEO Chair leadership

CEO Lee Yarborough chairs the national PEO industry association — unmatched industry credibility.

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First-round CPEO certified

Among the first PEOs to receive IRS CPEO certification in 2017.

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BlueChoice Master Health Plan

Access to BlueCard PPO nationwide network — often saves clients more than Propel's admin fee.

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UKG HCM platform

Enterprise-grade workforce management software included for all clients.

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Propel 911

24/7 emergency HR support line — available around the clock, not just during business hours.

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Cons

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Southeast centric

Strongest in South Carolina and the Southeast — national coverage exists but depth varies.

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No transparent pricing

Custom quotes required — no published rates online.

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Smaller scale

Less buying power than the largest national PEOs, though BlueChoice partially offsets this.

PEO Authority Editorial Note

Propel HR's NAPEO Chair credential is the strongest industry leadership signal of any PEO in this directory. Combined with first-round CPEO certification and a BlueChoice Master Health Plan, Propel is a genuinely elite Southeast PEO. Best for: small and mid-sized businesses in the Southeast and nationally that want a highly credentialed, relationship-driven PEO with industry-leading HR expertise and access to a national health plan.

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