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Back in 2008, Safeguard Global got its start as a global payroll processing company, growing the industry with our innovative payroll solution. We continued to expand, and in 2010, we pioneered the global EOR industry.
what we do
We enable global expansion without the risk.
platform
Solutions backed by technology
Our history
2008
Our founding
CEO Bjorn Reynolds creates the first global centralized payroll solution when he becomes the founder of Safeguard Global.
2009
EOR solutions offered
We introduce EOR, becoming the first company to offer Employer of Record solutions on a global scale.
2010
Workday partnership
We become the first global payroll provider to establish a formal partnership with Workday.
2019
Fresh investment
Safeguard Global secures significant growth equity capital from Accel-KKR, a leading Silicon Valley investment firm.
2019
WorkFor acquisition
We acquire the Switzerland-based WorkFor Group, which specializes in employment outsourcing and payroll solutions.
2020
GEDA acquisition
We acquire German company GEDA, expanding our payroll and accountancy offerings and expertise in Europe.
2021
German expansion
We expand operations in Germany to meet the increasing demand for employer of record services in the DACH region.
2022
APAC expansion
We expand in Australia and China to help more companies in the region quickly and compliantly scale their workforces internationally.
2022
EMEA expansion
We expand operations in Spain, France, and the Netherlands to provide greater expertise and support for European countries.
2022
Global Upside acquisition
We acquire Global Upside a global expansion technology services company.
2025
Sale of Pay division
We sell our enterprise payroll division to focus on what we do best: serving small- to medium-sized organizations.
Founder and CEO
Bjorn Reynolds
Founder and CEO Bjorn Reynolds is the driving force behind Safeguard Global’s vision, strategy, and culture. Committed to the success of each and every client, Bjorn guides Safeguard with a watchful eye toward trends and developments that impact workforces globally.
Leadership
Meet the rest of the executive team
Brian Dames
Chief Customer Officer
Florence Cazemajou-Flint
Chief Financial Officer
Katherine Loranger
Chief People Officer
Lisa Farrar
Chief Marketing Officer
Molly MacNeil
Chief Strategy & Legal Officer
Ryan Colas
Chief Revenue Officer
Tia Millar
Chief Product Officer
Wanda Prewitt
Chief Operating Officer
careers
Work in Any Way
Learn more about our flexible, remote-first culture dedicated to helping our people do their best work.
our values
Our values guide how we work
Caring
Act with honesty, respect, and empathy toward our families, our clients, and each other.
Accountability
Commit to bold actions with determination and courage to see them through.
Integrity
Be truthful and purposeful, and choose what’s right over what’s easy.
Disrupt and empower
Have the courage to go places and do things others have not.
Passion and talent
Hire those with talent and passion, and success will follow.
Fun
Our love for laughter makes us a better company.
Human when it matters™
We’re more than just a technology platform. At Safeguard Global, get the support and expertise that only humans can offer — when it matters most. This is where AI meets actual intelligence™ (AI).
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Global reach, local experts
Our teams operate from hubs across the globe, providing localized support and insight to support organizations on the ground.
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