The IPPA Story

Industry Overview

The growing number of independent payroll providers in the U.S. is a driving force in today’s economy – creating new jobs, providing companies with practical payroll and HR solutions, paying millions of American workers and representing billions in annual tax deposits.

01.Our Beginning

In 1997, the Independent Payroll Employer Services Association (IPESA) was formed by a small group of owners who saw the clear need for an organization made up of independent payroll owners, protecting their unique business interests. IPESA held its first meeting, inviting any majority owner in a payroll service bureau to attend no matter their software preference. Word spread quickly about the new organization. IPESA eventually changed its name to IPPA and added the tagline “For Every Stage of Business.”

02.IPPA Today

Today, IPPA’s nearly 200 members represent “the best of the best” of small, medium and large independent payroll providers across the United States. IPPA members have a proven track record of dedication to the industry – standing up for best business practices, serving clients with the utmost integrity, advancing technology and fighting for fair industry policies – the values on which IPPA was founded.

03.Our Future

IPPA is considered the leading advocate for the independent payroll provider in monitoring and influencing government legislation for the protection of owner’s businesses and growth potential.

What Members Say

The friends and relationships we have built through IPPA over the years are priceless. Through IPPA’s events and conferences, we have met and helped hundreds of payroll & HR providers increase their revenue, stay competitive in the HCM space, and provide their clients peace of mind with our turn-key, white-labeled labor law poster solutions. We would absolutely recommend joining IPPA if you are looking to grow your business!

I am proud to be one of the original founding members of the Independent Payroll Provider Association (IPPA). The IPPA has been a valuable resource for me and my business since its inception. The association has given me access to valuable information, resources and the opportunity to network with other independent payroll providers. I have found the IPPA to be a supportive and collaborative community, and I am grateful for the association’s support of independent payroll providers.

“Being an allied member of IPPA has fostered so many relationships and partnerships for our company. This group truly pours passion into all they do to help you network, and grow your business. The conferences they host are first class and allow you time with all attendees so you are interacting and capitalizing on meeting more people. IPPA is a group that continues to give opportunities to put your business name out there so you are known with all of their participants. If you are not a part, you really need to consider this group, they are top notch!”

“Payroll is an incredibly complex and unique industry. The IPPA brings together many resources for independent payroll providers, but more importantly, provides a space for us to come together, collaborate, and share ideas. I am a newer member and have only had the privilege of attending two conferences to date, but each time I left with new contacts, new insight, and great takeaways to come back and apply to my business. I’d recommend IPPA to any independent payroll firm looking to grow their business or gain industry knowledge.”