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Rellevate Inc. Announces Partnership with City of Cleveland Ohio to Assist At-Risk Youth
Click here to view original press release Working with the Cleveland Community Relations Board’s Youth Diversion Program STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, January 18, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering middle and lower-income Americans through leading-edge digital banking, payment, and disbursement services, has been selected through a competitive solicitation by the City of Cleveland, Ohio, to partner with the Youth Diversion Program to provide payment services to community service participants. “Rellevate is committed to programs that serve communities and their residents with empowering payment solutions,” said Stewart A. Stockdale, Rellevate Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO. “With the City of Cleveland, the ability to positively impact the lives of these young people with a payment mechanism as a part of the Youth Diversion
Rellevate, Inc. Strengthens Sales Team with Three New Business Development Partners
Click here to view full press release STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering middle and lower-income Americans through leading-edge digital banking, payment and disbursements services announces the addition of three new professionals to its Sales Team. With a commitment to revolutionizing digital banking, payments, and disbursements, Rellevate welcomes Annie Eser, Chris Pereira, and Shana Spak as Business Development Partners. Annie Eser joins the team with over two decades of unparalleled experience as a business development and sales executive. Her expansive career spans diverse industries, including financial services, law, healthcare, food service, education, technology, and more. Eser’s comprehensive expertise across multiple sectors promises a unique perspective to drive strategic growth and development within Rellevate. Chris
Rellevate Selected to Support Georgia Department of Public Health for Important Agency Program
View original press release by clicking here Rellevate Builds off Success of $1 Billion Georgia Cash Assistance Program STAMFORD , CT, UNITED STATES, November 29, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering middle and lower-income Americans through leading-edge digital banking, payment, and disbursement services, announces they have been awarded another contract with the State of Georgia. Through this program, Rellevate will be providing the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) prepaid cards, encouraging Georgians to participate in DPH surveys and research programs. In turn, DPH will encourage more Georgians to participate in research programs, allowing DPH access to more accurate health data. These programs include the National HIV Behavioral Surveillance project, the Medical Monitoring project, and other crucial research and survey events.
Rellevate Wins 2023 PayTech Editor’s Choice Award for $1B Cash Assistance Program Partnering with the State of Georgia
Click here to view original press release STAMFORD , CT, UNITED STATES, October 19, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a pioneering fintech company dedicated to empowering consumers through cutting-edge digital banking, payment, and disbursement services, is thrilled to announce its prestigious win of the 2023 PayTech Editor’s Choice Award. This esteemed recognition is a testament to Rellevate’s commitment to innovation and financial inclusion. The PayTech Editor’s Choice Award is given to Rellevate in recognition of its significant contribution to the financial industry through the innovative $1 Billion Cash Assistance Program in partnership with the State of Georgia. The initiative provided much-needed support to Georgia citizens facing economic challenges. The State leadership exhibited remarkable commitment to active SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid beneficiaries in Georgia by allocating $1
Rellevate Builds Impressive Network of Public Sector Advisors
Expanding Public Sector Outreach Click here to view original press release STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering middle and lower-income Americans through leading-edge digital banking, payment, and disbursement services, announces that partnering with Aspire Partners, it has selected 21 Public Sector advisors to work with Rellevate in 19 states. These Rellevate Public Sector Advisors will significantly expand Rellevate’s public sector outreach, bringing its state-of-the-art disbursement technology across the United States. “Building off of our monumental success in Georgia with the Department of Human Services Cash Assistance Program distributing $1 billion dollars with 3 million Georgia Constituents served, we are ecstatic to partner with 21 remarkably qualified individuals to help bring Rellevate to states and municipalities
Rellevate Announces Matthew Krull as Senior Vice President – Strategy, Legal and Public Affairs
Experienced Public Sector Executive Joins Rellevate, Inc. View original press release by clicking here STAMFORD , CT, UNITED STATES , August 24, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering middle and lower-income Americans through leading-edge digital banking, payment, and disbursement services announces the addition of Matthew Krull to our Senior Leadership Team. Matthew will serve as Senior Vice President – Strategy, Legal, and Public Affairs for Rellevate. Matthew comes to Rellevate with extensive executive-level experience in healthcare policy analysis and development, government relations, and litigation. With over 17 years of experience in both the Legal Field and Government Sector, his most recent role was Deputy Chief of Staff and Chief Ethics Officer for the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), where he
Rellevate Announces Zane Aldoory as Director of Business Development
View original press release by clicking here STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, August 1, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering consumers through leading-edge digital banking, payment and disbursements services announces the addition of Zane Aldoory to our Business Development team. Zane will serve as Director of Business Development for Rellevate. He comes to Rellevate with extensive international experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG), Hospitality, Food Service and QSR. “With Zane’s breadth of experience in key verticals that are challenged with employee hiring and retention, he will be a great asset to the Rellevate Team. We welcome his expertise in developing relationships as we continue to focus our efforts in delivering financial wellness benefits to empower American workers to affordably access, move, and use
Rellevate and Red Rover Partner to Assist School Districts with Substitute Teacher Shortages
View original press release by clicking here. Partnership to address the challenges School Districts face in hiring and retaining Substitute Teachers Stamford CT and Exton PA (July 26, 2023) – Rellevate Inc. and Red Rover are proud to announce a collaborative partnership aimed at providing innovative solutions to help School Districts tackle the ongoing challenges of hiring and retaining substitute teachers.Rellevate, a leading digital fintech company, specializes in cutting-edge payment products such as the Rellevate Digital Account, PayCards, and Pay Any-Day (Earned Wage Access) for employees, flex workers, and consultants.Red Rover, with over 900 school districts and 95,000 substitute teachers in its arsenal, is the fastest-growing HR solution for K12 absence management and substitute placement, enabling School Districts to efficiently schedule substitute teachers.“We recognize the
Rellevate Announces Matthew Harshfield as Director of Business Development
View the original press release by clicking here. Stamford, CT, July 20, 2023 – Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering consumers through leading-edge digital banking, payment and disbursements services announces the addition of Matthew Harshfield to our Business Development team. Matthew will serve as Director of Business Development for Rellevate. He comes to Rellevate from Company Mileage. From the inception of Company Mileage, he grew the business from a start-up to a successful multi-million-dollar entity. He has over 15 years of SaaS experience with companies such as Vitamin Water and Lone Star Overnight Shipping. “With Matthew’s experience, he will be a great addition to the Rellevate Team as we focus on key verticals in both Employer and Public Sectors to empower Americans to affordably access, move, and use their money –
Mayor Scott, Office of African American Male Engagement, and Rellevate Inc. Launch Same Day Work Pilot
View the original press release here. Partnership Advances Squeegee Collaborative Action Plan, Aims to Deliver Same-Day Payments to Former Squeegee Workers. BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2023 – Today, Mayor Scott announced a pilot program aimed to provide former squeegee workers with same-day work opportunities and a daily stipend beginning the week of June 19, 2023. In partnership with Rellevate Inc., a digital payment services provider, the Same Day Work Pilot Pay further expands the mission of the Mayor’s Office of African American Male Engagement (MOAAME) and the City’s Squeegee Collaborative Action Plan, by providing former squeegee workers with same-day work opportunities and swift payment of a daily stipend via a Rellevate Digital Account with Visa Debit Card. MOAAME coordinates the Same Day Work Pilot
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How Employers Can Help Staff Get Their Paycheck Early Without Payroll Disruption
Imagine it’s the middle of the month and an unexpected expense—maybe a car repair or a surprise medical bill—suddenly pops up. Even though the work has already been done, waiting until payday for earned wages adds unwanted stress, leaving employees anxious and distracted at work. This pressure not only affects productivity, but can also motivate talent to look elsewhere for jobs that provide faster access to the money they’ve already earned This situation is more common than many employers realize. Nearly 62% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, highlighting how timing, not just amount, plays a major role in financial security. For employers, the challenge is clear: how can you support your workforce by offering on-demand pay without adding complexity or disrupting payroll processes? That’s
Is On-Demand Pay Right for Your Workforce? A Guide for Employers
It’s the middle of the month, and one of your top employees is balancing rent, childcare costs, and a sudden car repair. Despite being dedicated to their role, financial stress begins to creep in—leading to distraction, disengagement, and thoughts of searching for another job that offers more flexibility. This scenario is all too common, and it highlights a growing demand among today’s workforce: faster, more flexible access to earned wages. This is where on-demand pay comes in. Unlike traditional pay cycles, on-demand pay empowers employees to securely access a portion of their earned wages before payday, providing them with greater financial control and peace of mind. For employers, this benefit is more than a perk—it’s a strategic tool to improve retention, boost productivity, and stand
The Healthcare Economy Is Now Red Hot… Making Up 94% Of July’s Job Growth
What’s Happening and How Rellevate Can Help Healthcare and social assistance accounted for an extraordinary 94% of all U.S. job growth in July, with healthcare alone adding 55,000 jobs and now comprising the nation’s largest employment engine. Demand is only accelerating—industry forecasts project 21% through 2033, translating to approximately 719,000 new job openings each year, primarily due to workforce replacement needs. Faster Pay Days Have Become Essential For The Caregiver Hiring Process On-demand pay has gone from a perk to a must-have in the care economy. Over 50 million Americans now have access to faster pay, and 70% of workers say they want it. For caregivers and other frontline employees, pay flexibility can be the deciding factor when choosing an employer. Agencies that offer on-demand
Different Ways to Pay Employees In 2025
In 2025 , employers have various methods to choose from when paying their employees. Each option has its own set of benefits and drawbacks. From traditional paychecks to modern mobile wallets, understanding these methods can help businesses decide the best way to compensate their staff. Choosing the right approach for paying your employees is crucial for both efficiency and employee satisfaction. Key Takeaways Direct Deposit for Paying Your Employees As of late 2024, 95–96% of U.S. employees receive their pay via direct deposit, making it by far the dominant payment method . One of the most significant benefits is convenience. There’s no need to hand out employees’ wages physically. Even if you or your employee is on vacation, their wages will still be received on
Top Benefits To Offer Healthcare Workers
Healthcare organizations face an unprecedented challenge: attracting and retaining skilled professionals in an industry plagued by burnout, staffing shortages, and mounting financial pressures. The traditional benefits package of health insurance and a retirement plan no longer cuts it when healthcare workers are leaving their positions at alarming rates, seeking employers who understand their unique needs and challenges. Key Takeaways Financial Wellness: The Foundation of Healthcare Worker Security Financial stress represents the single biggest concern for healthcare workers across all career stages. With nursing school graduates carrying an average of $47,000 in student loan debt and medical school graduates facing debt loads exceeding $250,000, traditional salary increases can’t keep pace with the financial burden these professionals shoulder. This daily financial pressure often leads to a cycle
Top Employee Benefits Trends Of 2025 – Are You Offering Them?
The employee benefits landscape in 2025 isn’t just evolving, it’s being completely rewritten. The old playbook of health insurance, retirement matching, and two weeks PTO won’t cut it anymore. Companies that adapt to these new realities will have massive advantages in recruiting and retaining talent. Those who don’t will find themselves scrambling to catch up. Key Takeaways The question isn’t whether these trends will impact your organization. It’s whether you’ll adapt fast enough to stay competitive. The On-Demand Pay Advantage: Boosting Morale and Retention in Retail & Hospitality In today’s dynamic job market, access to earned wages on demand is rapidly becoming a key differentiator for employees, particularly in sectors like retail and hospitality. A significant portion of the workforce in these industries, with as
Major Teacher Shortages Affect Countdown To The New School Year
As teacher burnout deepens, States are scrambling to fill school job vacancies… What’s Happening and How Rellevate Can Help As the new school year approaches, superintendents across the country are staring down a staffing crisis with 1 in 8 teaching positions either vacant or filled by an underqualified educator As a result, States have spent millions to lure replacements and retain veterans with hiring bonuses and bumps in salaries, but the hiring gaps remain… The root cause of these hiring gaps is teacher attrition. According to The Learning Policy Institute, nine out of ten vacancies every year are due to attrition, and two-thirds of that is not retirement This leads to a vicious cycle: When a school faces teacher shortages, they face instability, and instability
On Demand Pay Improving Employee Retention in 2025
With financial stress on the rise, waiting two weeks for a paycheck no longer meets the needs of today’s workforce. As more employers prioritize financial wellness, Pay Any-Day solutions like Rellevate’s are transforming how companies attract and retain talent Key Takeaways The Shift in Pay Expectations The traditional biweekly pay cycle no longer fits the pace of modern life. From groceries to gig work, nearly every aspect of life is now accessible instantly, except pay.Nearly half of Americans have missed a bill payment in the last year due to misaligned pay schedules. It’s no surprise that more workers are seeking faster, more flexible access to their earnings. This is where on-demand pay steps in. Also known as Earned Wage Access (EWA), this benefit enables employees
What Exactly Is Earned Wage Access?
Traditional payroll systems have long operated on a weekly, biweekly, or even monthly basis. But in today’s fast-paced economy, waiting two weeks to get paid can be a serious burden for many workers. Enter Earned Wage Access (On-Demand Pay): a system that allows employees to access a portion of their earned wages before the scheduled payday. Key Takeaways Why Employees Are Asking for Faster Access to Pay In an era where inflation, rising rent, and unexpected costs define everyday life, waiting for payday has become more than inconvenient. For hourly workers and low- to middle-income employees, traditional pay schedules can mean juggling bills or resorting to high-interest loans between paydays. Earned Wage Access offers a solution by giving workers access to wages they’ve already earned,
Smarter Payments for College Athletes
College athletics has entered a new era. With NIL policies, increasing financial pressure, and broader access to stipends and per diems, managing athlete disbursements has become a complex task for university finance leaders. So how do you distribute funds to athletes quickly, securely, and with full compliance? Key Takeaways The Financial Complexity Facing Universities Universities are under more pressure than ever to keep up with the financial demands of student-athletes. While traditional stipends and scholarship checks used to suffice, today’s athletes are receiving per diems, travel reimbursements, NIL income, and more. The complexity of these payments requires modern solutions that can handle multiple disbursement types while remaining compliant with NCAA rules and tax reporting requirements. Delays and outdated systems not only frustrate athletes but also
Press Releases
Rellevate Inc. Announces Partnership with City of Cleveland Ohio to Assist At-Risk Youth
Click here to view original press release Working with the Cleveland Community Relations Board’s Youth Diversion Program STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, January 18, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering middle and lower-income Americans through leading-edge digital banking, payment, and disbursement services, has been selected through a competitive solicitation by the City of Cleveland, Ohio, to partner with the Youth Diversion Program to provide payment services to community service participants. “Rellevate is committed to programs that serve communities and their residents with empowering payment solutions,” said Stewart A. Stockdale, Rellevate Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO. “With the City of Cleveland, the ability to positively impact the lives of these young people with a payment mechanism as a part of the Youth Diversion
Rellevate, Inc. Strengthens Sales Team with Three New Business Development Partners
Click here to view full press release STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering middle and lower-income Americans through leading-edge digital banking, payment and disbursements services announces the addition of three new professionals to its Sales Team. With a commitment to revolutionizing digital banking, payments, and disbursements, Rellevate welcomes Annie Eser, Chris Pereira, and Shana Spak as Business Development Partners. Annie Eser joins the team with over two decades of unparalleled experience as a business development and sales executive. Her expansive career spans diverse industries, including financial services, law, healthcare, food service, education, technology, and more. Eser’s comprehensive expertise across multiple sectors promises a unique perspective to drive strategic growth and development within Rellevate. Chris
Rellevate Selected to Support Georgia Department of Public Health for Important Agency Program
View original press release by clicking here Rellevate Builds off Success of $1 Billion Georgia Cash Assistance Program STAMFORD , CT, UNITED STATES, November 29, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering middle and lower-income Americans through leading-edge digital banking, payment, and disbursement services, announces they have been awarded another contract with the State of Georgia. Through this program, Rellevate will be providing the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) prepaid cards, encouraging Georgians to participate in DPH surveys and research programs. In turn, DPH will encourage more Georgians to participate in research programs, allowing DPH access to more accurate health data. These programs include the National HIV Behavioral Surveillance project, the Medical Monitoring project, and other crucial research and survey events.
Rellevate Wins 2023 PayTech Editor’s Choice Award for $1B Cash Assistance Program Partnering with the State of Georgia
Click here to view original press release STAMFORD , CT, UNITED STATES, October 19, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a pioneering fintech company dedicated to empowering consumers through cutting-edge digital banking, payment, and disbursement services, is thrilled to announce its prestigious win of the 2023 PayTech Editor’s Choice Award. This esteemed recognition is a testament to Rellevate’s commitment to innovation and financial inclusion. The PayTech Editor’s Choice Award is given to Rellevate in recognition of its significant contribution to the financial industry through the innovative $1 Billion Cash Assistance Program in partnership with the State of Georgia. The initiative provided much-needed support to Georgia citizens facing economic challenges. The State leadership exhibited remarkable commitment to active SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid beneficiaries in Georgia by allocating $1
Rellevate Builds Impressive Network of Public Sector Advisors
Expanding Public Sector Outreach Click here to view original press release STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering middle and lower-income Americans through leading-edge digital banking, payment, and disbursement services, announces that partnering with Aspire Partners, it has selected 21 Public Sector advisors to work with Rellevate in 19 states. These Rellevate Public Sector Advisors will significantly expand Rellevate’s public sector outreach, bringing its state-of-the-art disbursement technology across the United States. “Building off of our monumental success in Georgia with the Department of Human Services Cash Assistance Program distributing $1 billion dollars with 3 million Georgia Constituents served, we are ecstatic to partner with 21 remarkably qualified individuals to help bring Rellevate to states and municipalities
Rellevate Announces Matthew Krull as Senior Vice President – Strategy, Legal and Public Affairs
Experienced Public Sector Executive Joins Rellevate, Inc. View original press release by clicking here STAMFORD , CT, UNITED STATES , August 24, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering middle and lower-income Americans through leading-edge digital banking, payment, and disbursement services announces the addition of Matthew Krull to our Senior Leadership Team. Matthew will serve as Senior Vice President – Strategy, Legal, and Public Affairs for Rellevate. Matthew comes to Rellevate with extensive executive-level experience in healthcare policy analysis and development, government relations, and litigation. With over 17 years of experience in both the Legal Field and Government Sector, his most recent role was Deputy Chief of Staff and Chief Ethics Officer for the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), where he
Rellevate Announces Zane Aldoory as Director of Business Development
View original press release by clicking here STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, August 1, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering consumers through leading-edge digital banking, payment and disbursements services announces the addition of Zane Aldoory to our Business Development team. Zane will serve as Director of Business Development for Rellevate. He comes to Rellevate with extensive international experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG), Hospitality, Food Service and QSR. “With Zane’s breadth of experience in key verticals that are challenged with employee hiring and retention, he will be a great asset to the Rellevate Team. We welcome his expertise in developing relationships as we continue to focus our efforts in delivering financial wellness benefits to empower American workers to affordably access, move, and use
Rellevate and Red Rover Partner to Assist School Districts with Substitute Teacher Shortages
View original press release by clicking here. Partnership to address the challenges School Districts face in hiring and retaining Substitute Teachers Stamford CT and Exton PA (July 26, 2023) – Rellevate Inc. and Red Rover are proud to announce a collaborative partnership aimed at providing innovative solutions to help School Districts tackle the ongoing challenges of hiring and retaining substitute teachers.Rellevate, a leading digital fintech company, specializes in cutting-edge payment products such as the Rellevate Digital Account, PayCards, and Pay Any-Day (Earned Wage Access) for employees, flex workers, and consultants.Red Rover, with over 900 school districts and 95,000 substitute teachers in its arsenal, is the fastest-growing HR solution for K12 absence management and substitute placement, enabling School Districts to efficiently schedule substitute teachers.“We recognize the
Rellevate Announces Matthew Harshfield as Director of Business Development
View the original press release by clicking here. Stamford, CT, July 20, 2023 – Rellevate, Inc., a fintech company dedicated to empowering consumers through leading-edge digital banking, payment and disbursements services announces the addition of Matthew Harshfield to our Business Development team. Matthew will serve as Director of Business Development for Rellevate. He comes to Rellevate from Company Mileage. From the inception of Company Mileage, he grew the business from a start-up to a successful multi-million-dollar entity. He has over 15 years of SaaS experience with companies such as Vitamin Water and Lone Star Overnight Shipping. “With Matthew’s experience, he will be a great addition to the Rellevate Team as we focus on key verticals in both Employer and Public Sectors to empower Americans to affordably access, move, and use their money –
Mayor Scott, Office of African American Male Engagement, and Rellevate Inc. Launch Same Day Work Pilot
View the original press release here. Partnership Advances Squeegee Collaborative Action Plan, Aims to Deliver Same-Day Payments to Former Squeegee Workers. BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, UNITED STATES, June 21, 2023 – Today, Mayor Scott announced a pilot program aimed to provide former squeegee workers with same-day work opportunities and a daily stipend beginning the week of June 19, 2023. In partnership with Rellevate Inc., a digital payment services provider, the Same Day Work Pilot Pay further expands the mission of the Mayor’s Office of African American Male Engagement (MOAAME) and the City’s Squeegee Collaborative Action Plan, by providing former squeegee workers with same-day work opportunities and swift payment of a daily stipend via a Rellevate Digital Account with Visa Debit Card. MOAAME coordinates the Same Day Work Pilot
News Desk
How Employers Can Help Staff Get Their Paycheck Early Without Payroll Disruption
Imagine it’s the middle of the month and an unexpected expense—maybe a car repair or a surprise medical bill—suddenly pops up. Even though the work has already been done, waiting until payday for earned wages adds unwanted stress, leaving employees anxious and distracted at work. This pressure not only affects productivity, but can also motivate talent to look elsewhere for jobs that provide faster access to the money they’ve already earned This situation is more common than many employers realize. Nearly 62% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, highlighting how timing, not just amount, plays a major role in financial security. For employers, the challenge is clear: how can you support your workforce by offering on-demand pay without adding complexity or disrupting payroll processes? That’s
Is On-Demand Pay Right for Your Workforce? A Guide for Employers
It’s the middle of the month, and one of your top employees is balancing rent, childcare costs, and a sudden car repair. Despite being dedicated to their role, financial stress begins to creep in—leading to distraction, disengagement, and thoughts of searching for another job that offers more flexibility. This scenario is all too common, and it highlights a growing demand among today’s workforce: faster, more flexible access to earned wages. This is where on-demand pay comes in. Unlike traditional pay cycles, on-demand pay empowers employees to securely access a portion of their earned wages before payday, providing them with greater financial control and peace of mind. For employers, this benefit is more than a perk—it’s a strategic tool to improve retention, boost productivity, and stand
The Healthcare Economy Is Now Red Hot… Making Up 94% Of July’s Job Growth
What’s Happening and How Rellevate Can Help Healthcare and social assistance accounted for an extraordinary 94% of all U.S. job growth in July, with healthcare alone adding 55,000 jobs and now comprising the nation’s largest employment engine. Demand is only accelerating—industry forecasts project 21% through 2033, translating to approximately 719,000 new job openings each year, primarily due to workforce replacement needs. Faster Pay Days Have Become Essential For The Caregiver Hiring Process On-demand pay has gone from a perk to a must-have in the care economy. Over 50 million Americans now have access to faster pay, and 70% of workers say they want it. For caregivers and other frontline employees, pay flexibility can be the deciding factor when choosing an employer. Agencies that offer on-demand
Different Ways to Pay Employees In 2025
In 2025 , employers have various methods to choose from when paying their employees. Each option has its own set of benefits and drawbacks. From traditional paychecks to modern mobile wallets, understanding these methods can help businesses decide the best way to compensate their staff. Choosing the right approach for paying your employees is crucial for both efficiency and employee satisfaction. Key Takeaways Direct Deposit for Paying Your Employees As of late 2024, 95–96% of U.S. employees receive their pay via direct deposit, making it by far the dominant payment method . One of the most significant benefits is convenience. There’s no need to hand out employees’ wages physically. Even if you or your employee is on vacation, their wages will still be received on
Top Benefits To Offer Healthcare Workers
Healthcare organizations face an unprecedented challenge: attracting and retaining skilled professionals in an industry plagued by burnout, staffing shortages, and mounting financial pressures. The traditional benefits package of health insurance and a retirement plan no longer cuts it when healthcare workers are leaving their positions at alarming rates, seeking employers who understand their unique needs and challenges. Key Takeaways Financial Wellness: The Foundation of Healthcare Worker Security Financial stress represents the single biggest concern for healthcare workers across all career stages. With nursing school graduates carrying an average of $47,000 in student loan debt and medical school graduates facing debt loads exceeding $250,000, traditional salary increases can’t keep pace with the financial burden these professionals shoulder. This daily financial pressure often leads to a cycle
Top Employee Benefits Trends Of 2025 – Are You Offering Them?
The employee benefits landscape in 2025 isn’t just evolving, it’s being completely rewritten. The old playbook of health insurance, retirement matching, and two weeks PTO won’t cut it anymore. Companies that adapt to these new realities will have massive advantages in recruiting and retaining talent. Those who don’t will find themselves scrambling to catch up. Key Takeaways The question isn’t whether these trends will impact your organization. It’s whether you’ll adapt fast enough to stay competitive. The On-Demand Pay Advantage: Boosting Morale and Retention in Retail & Hospitality In today’s dynamic job market, access to earned wages on demand is rapidly becoming a key differentiator for employees, particularly in sectors like retail and hospitality. A significant portion of the workforce in these industries, with as
Major Teacher Shortages Affect Countdown To The New School Year
As teacher burnout deepens, States are scrambling to fill school job vacancies… What’s Happening and How Rellevate Can Help As the new school year approaches, superintendents across the country are staring down a staffing crisis with 1 in 8 teaching positions either vacant or filled by an underqualified educator As a result, States have spent millions to lure replacements and retain veterans with hiring bonuses and bumps in salaries, but the hiring gaps remain… The root cause of these hiring gaps is teacher attrition. According to The Learning Policy Institute, nine out of ten vacancies every year are due to attrition, and two-thirds of that is not retirement This leads to a vicious cycle: When a school faces teacher shortages, they face instability, and instability
On Demand Pay Improving Employee Retention in 2025
With financial stress on the rise, waiting two weeks for a paycheck no longer meets the needs of today’s workforce. As more employers prioritize financial wellness, Pay Any-Day solutions like Rellevate’s are transforming how companies attract and retain talent Key Takeaways The Shift in Pay Expectations The traditional biweekly pay cycle no longer fits the pace of modern life. From groceries to gig work, nearly every aspect of life is now accessible instantly, except pay.Nearly half of Americans have missed a bill payment in the last year due to misaligned pay schedules. It’s no surprise that more workers are seeking faster, more flexible access to their earnings. This is where on-demand pay steps in. Also known as Earned Wage Access (EWA), this benefit enables employees
What Exactly Is Earned Wage Access?
Traditional payroll systems have long operated on a weekly, biweekly, or even monthly basis. But in today’s fast-paced economy, waiting two weeks to get paid can be a serious burden for many workers. Enter Earned Wage Access (On-Demand Pay): a system that allows employees to access a portion of their earned wages before the scheduled payday. Key Takeaways Why Employees Are Asking for Faster Access to Pay In an era where inflation, rising rent, and unexpected costs define everyday life, waiting for payday has become more than inconvenient. For hourly workers and low- to middle-income employees, traditional pay schedules can mean juggling bills or resorting to high-interest loans between paydays. Earned Wage Access offers a solution by giving workers access to wages they’ve already earned,
Smarter Payments for College Athletes
College athletics has entered a new era. With NIL policies, increasing financial pressure, and broader access to stipends and per diems, managing athlete disbursements has become a complex task for university finance leaders. So how do you distribute funds to athletes quickly, securely, and with full compliance? Key Takeaways The Financial Complexity Facing Universities Universities are under more pressure than ever to keep up with the financial demands of student-athletes. While traditional stipends and scholarship checks used to suffice, today’s athletes are receiving per diems, travel reimbursements, NIL income, and more. The complexity of these payments requires modern solutions that can handle multiple disbursement types while remaining compliant with NCAA rules and tax reporting requirements. Delays and outdated systems not only frustrate athletes but also