IES, a leading provider of global payroll and HR administration services, named a 2025 Best Places to Work in San Diego.
SAN DIEGO, CA. – September 9, 2025
Innovative Employee Solutions (IES), a leading provider of remote and contingent workforce solutions in the U.S. and 150+ countries, was named one of San Diego’s Best Places to Work 2025 for the fourth consecutive year.
IES ranked in the Top 20 in the Medium-Sized Employer category (50-249 US employees). The San Diego Business Journal Best Places to Work awards recognizes outstanding San Diego employers in the small, medium, and large business categories.
“Being named one of San Diego’s Best Places to Work again is more than an honor, it’s a reflection of the culture we’ve built together.” said Karla Hertzog, CEO of IES. “At IES, we’ve always believed that when you invest in people, everything else follows. This recognition is a testament to the energy, resilience, and heart our team brings every day. I’m incredibly proud of how far we’ve come and even more excited for where we’re headed.”
Kara Hertzog, President of IES, added, “This award speaks volumes about the environment our team has nurtured, one rooted in collaboration, innovation, and genuine care for one another. Every person at IES plays a part in shaping a workplace where people feel supported and empowered. We’ve built a culture that puts people first as a daily practice. Thank you to our exceptional team for making IES not just a great place to work but a place where people truly thrive.” – Kara Hertzog, President of IES
The Best Places to Work awards are based on a comprehensive evaluation process conducted by Workforce Research Group, which includes an in-depth review of HR policies, benefits, retention efforts, and company culture, along with anonymous employee feedback on key engagement factors like appreciation, compensation, recognition, and workplace satisfaction.
Innovative Employee Solutions
Innovative Employee Solutions (IES) is a leading provider of remote and contingent workforce solutions, specializing in full-service Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), and Independent Contractor compliance services in the U.S. and 150+ countries.
Founded in 1974 by Karla Hertzog in San Diego, CA, IES empowers companies to hire quickly and compliantly anytime, anywhere across industries and geographies. As a woman-owned and WBENC-certified business, IES is also one of San Diego’s largest woman-led employers.
With a client-trusted reputation, industry-leading service, and an NPS score five times higher than the industry average, IES attributes its success to a simple principle: empowering great people to do great work.
IES has been named a Best Place to Work 14 times overall, including four consecutive years (2022–2025), thanks to its commitment to core values: People First, Future Forward, Integrity, and Teamwork.
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🌐 Learn more about IES at https://www.innovativeemployeesolutions.com
Media inquiries: For additional information, please contact Danielle Itani, Senior Director of Marketing, Strategy at IES: ditani@innovative-es.com
