With over 20 years of experience across sectors like education, real estate, construction, retail, staffing, and technology, Brian Escobar is a distinguished HR and Payroll Director known for his expertise in global payroll operations, regulatory compliance, and HR management. He has led high-impact initiatives, from implementing comprehensive HCM systems and processing over 800,000 paychecks to achieving significant cost savings. A strategic leader, Brian excels in team development, process enhancement, and ensuring data accuracy across complex organizations. As the co-host of a popular payroll podcast, he shares his passion for teaching and advancing payroll best practices, consistently aligning payroll functions with organizational goals to drive productivity and sustainable growth.