EcS+, a leading cost savings and efficiency firm, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Employer’s Choice Solutions to offer businesses significant reductions in Payroll and PEO service expenses.

Helping Businesses Cut Costs on Payroll & PEO Services

Payroll and PEO services are essential but often costly components of business operations. By partnering with Employer’s Choice Solutions, EcS+ helps organizations reduce these expenses by an average of 25% to 35%, ensuring that businesses receive premium services at the most competitive rates available.

The Challenge – Rising Payroll & HR Costs

Managing payroll, benefits, workers’ compensation, and HR services can be a major financial strain on businesses. Many companies struggle with escalating costs associated with workforce administration, limiting their ability to invest in growth and innovation.

The Solution – EcS+ and Employer’s Choice Solutions Payroll & PEO Cost Savings

Through this partnership, EcS+ and Employer’s Choice Solutions deliver carefully curated Payroll and PEO solutions that include only the best providers—those demonstrating exceptional service, responsiveness, competitive pricing, and a strong industry pedigree. With a combined 50+ years of expertise, EcS+ and Employer Choice Solutions serve businesses of all sizes across industries in the U.S., providing tailored solutions that make financial sense.

Key Benefits of Partnering with EcS+ for Payroll & PEO Services:

• Payroll Processing: Streamlining payroll operations while reducing costs.
• Workers’ Compensation: Lowering expenses while maintaining compliance.
• Employee Benefits: Competitive health and retirement plans at reduced rates.
• Human Resources Support: Outsourced HR solutions to enhance efficiency.
• Retirement Plans: Cost-effective retirement solutions for employee retention.

A Trusted Partner in Cost Savings

Unlike other PEO brokerage firms, Employer’s Choice Solutions provides concierge-level service, working closely with businesses to develop customized strategies for optimal cost reductions. Founded in 1999 in Port Charlotte, Florida, Employer’s Choice Solutions was one of the first PEO brokerage firms in the U.S. The company’s founder, Joni Prose, has over 26 years of experience in the PEO marketplace, including Workers’ Compensation, Health Insurance, Payroll Processing, and HR solutions.

“Our partnership with Employer’s Choice Solutions aligns perfectly with EcS+’s mission to deliver significant cost savings for businesses,” said Angela Briante, president of EcS+. “With our combined expertise, we are confident in helping organizations streamline their Payroll and PEO expenses while maintaining high-quality service.”

About EcS+

EcS+ is a leading advisory firm specializing in cost savings and efficiency solutions for corporations, non-profits, and municipalities. With a focus on delivering substantial expense reductions without compromising service quality, EcS+ partners with businesses to identify and implement cost-effective solutions across multiple operational categories. For more information on how EcS+ can help your organization save on Payroll and PEO services, contact EcS+ today.

About Employer’s Choice Solutions

Employer’s Choice Solutions is a trusted PEO brokerage firm that has been helping businesses navigate the complexities of payroll, HR, and employee benefits since 1999. With a commitment to personalized service and strategic cost reduction, Employer’s Choice Solutions delivers tailored workforce solutions that meet the unique needs of businesses across industries.

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EcS+, a distinguished women-owned expense reduction services firm, has announced the completion of its restructuring and rebranding from Quintet Partners to EcS+. The original founding partners at Quintet will serve on the Advisory Board to EcS+ which Angela Briante, the sole Managing Principal, now owns.

Background of Ms. Briante's Path to EcS+

Ms. Briante founded Briante Realty Group (BRG) in 2010 as a residentially focused real estate brokerage. Over the ensuing years, BRG expanded into the commercial real estate sector, handling various commercial real estate transactions such as chain restaurants, retail plazas, and warehouse facilities.

Ms. Briante recognized that managing operating costs and expenses was a continual battle for her commercial real estate clients, and often led to her client's delaying or suspending growth. This in turn impacted BRG's growth potential. According to Ms. Briante, "Rising operating expenses prevented many of BRG's commercial business clients from expanding locations and this impacted the growth of BRG's real-estate portfolio. Most businesses are challenged for resources and time and, as a consequence, their expense profiles were not always optimal."

This realization begged the question, how does a business outsource the expense reduction task to a trusted partner that focuses exclusively on expense reduction, without negatively affecting the bottom line through fees and retainers?

It was at this time Ms. Briante was introduced to Quintet Partners, a cost reduction advisory firm with 22 years of experience helping corporations, non-profit organizations, and municipalities reduce operational expenses.

"I shared my concerns with a lifelong mentor who connected me with Marc-André Buenger who was the Managing Partner at Quintet," explained Ms. Briante. "I began working with Quintet and quickly recognized the value of their services and how they provided immediate cost savings for BRG's commercial clients. Equally impressive was Quintet's no risk, no fee and no obligation approach to expense reduction services for its clients."

In 2023, after collaborating with Quintet Partners, Ms. Briante proposed reorganizing the business model to reach a broader and more diverse audience. This initiative resulted in the rebranding to EcS+ and Ms. Briante being appointed as the sole owner and Managing Principal.

Mr. Buenger expressed, "the Advisory Board is thrilled to enthusiastically support Ms. Briante in her role as owner and Managing Principal of EcS+, as the organization endeavors to partner with businesses of all sizes, to meaningfully reduce their operating costs, through a unique, no fee, no risk advocacy model."

“As the new Managing Principal, I am proud to lead a team dedicated to driving innovation and delivering tangible results for EcS+ clients, ensuring their sustainability and growth,” stated Ms. Briante.

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About EcS+

EcS+ is a women-owned advisory firm specializing in cost savings and efficiency for corporations, non-profit organizations, and municipalities.With EcS+, clients can achieve aggressive double-digit savings while improving service quality, all at no direct cost to them. EcS+ specializes in optimizing and reducing expenses in seven critical areas: Merchant Card Services, Telecom and Technology, Logistics and Freight, Energy, Commercial Insurance, Payroll/HR/PEO Services, and Financial Services. Leveraging over 20 years of experience and a unique vendor-based compensation model, EcS+ delivers significant operational cost reductions without compromising service quality. For more information on how EcS+ can help your organization reduce expenses, contact EcS+ today.

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As business energy costs continue to surge, EcS+, a woman-owned cost savings and efficiency firm, announces its Energy Expense Reduction Services, offering businesses across 17 states an effective solution to manage and reduce their energy bills.

The Problem - Rising Energy Costs

Rising energy costs are a significant burden on businesses. Over the last two decades, commercial electricity rates have nearly doubled, increasing from a national average of 7.5 cents to 13 cents per kWh. Small businesses are particularly affected, as higher energy costs increase the expense of running equipment and heating and cooling the premises. 

Harilaos Aspromatis of the Verona American Grill in Verona, New Jersey recently signed on with EcS+ and immediately realized a savings of 38.5% on the restaurant's electricity costs and 13% on gas. 

"The efficiency experts at EcS+ were easy to work with and implementation was seamless," said Mr. Aspromatis.    

The Solution - EcS+ Energy Expense Reduction Experts

EcS+ specializes in reducing electric and natural gas expenses for corporations, hospitals, non-profit organizations, and municipalities without requiring changes to their current utility service or billing structure. Operating in the 17 states with deregulated electric markets, EcS+ breaks the monopoly of utilities on electricity and gas supply, empowering clients to competitively shop for the best prices.

Key Benefits of Using EcS+ to Reduce Energy Bills

• Businesses can maintain the same energy service and billing structure, all at a lower cost.
• EcS+ unobtrusively reviews electric and natural gas expenses to identify savings opportunities.
• EcS+ collaborates with companies to shop for their electric and gas supply on a competitive basis, ensuring the best possible price.
• EcS+'s expense reduction model serves the following states: CA, CT, DE, IL, ME, MD, MA, MI, MT, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, and TX.

On average, EcS+ saves businesses 15% to 30% per year on their energy bills. The double-digit savings achieved for clients have resulted in a remarkable 96% retention rate.

Unique Compensation Structure

EcS+ stands out with a unique vendor compensation structure. Unlike traditional models, EcS+ receives its compensation from vendors, bypassing the client. Despite this, EcS+ remains non-exclusive and impartial, ensuring no bias towards any specific vendor.

With no downside risk or obligation to clients, EcS+ provides a risk-free opportunity to significantly reduce energy expenses.

Businesses looking to reduce their merchant card processing fees or other business expenses should contact Ms.Briante at EcS+ to schedule a consultation.

About EcS+

EcS+ is a women-owned advisory firm specializing in cost savings and efficiency for corporations, non-profit organizations, and municipalities. Leveraging over 30 years of experience and a unique vendor-based compensation model, EcS+ delivers significant operational cost and expense reductions without compromising service quality. For more information on how EcS+ can help your organization reduce expenses, contact EcS+ today.

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As inflation continues to increase costs for businesses, optimism for business owners has hit an 11-year low (NFIB). In response, EcS+, a cost savings and expense reduction advisory firm for corporations, non-profits, and municipalities, provides a much-needed financial lifeline by offering solutions to help businesses reduce their credit card processing fees. The EcS+ model is unique in that clients receive 100% of the savings. No other expense reduction firm has this model.

While EcS+ offers solutions to reduce expenses across various areas such as Telecom, Energy, Logistics and Freight, Payroll Processing, and Insurance, savings on credit card processing tend to be ubiquitous and can offer businesses a quick and significant impact on their bottom line.

EcS+ delivers an average savings of 25% to 35% for businesses' credit card processing fees. Partnering with prominent organizations, EcS+ offers a wide range of services, including e-commerce, hardware, software, mobile and wireless credit/debit card processing, check solutions, e-commerce products, and gift and loyalty programs. Clients also benefit from dedicated relationship managers, online reporting, and transaction insights and analytics.

"Finding out how much EcS+ can reduce your merchant credit card fees is a simple process," stated Angela Briante, ECS+ Managing Principal. "We simply need your most recent statement and we can deliver a detailed cost-saving proposal within 48 hours and have you onboarded in a few days."

Client Success Stories Highlight EcS+ Impact

Cosmetic implant dentist Dr. Konstantine Trichas, owner of several dental practices across the NY Tri-State area including Downtown Dental Arts in Montclair, New Jersey, has worked with EcS+ for nearly a decade. "I cannot say enough good things about EcS+," says Dr. Trichas. "They've reduced my practice's credit card processing fees by 39%, adding significant money to our bottom line. I've also enjoyed working with the same account manager since inception, and although I've rarely needed support, I appreciate their 24/7 availability."

In addition to helping professional services firms reduce their credit card fees, EcS+ has also provided relief to restaurant owners where 97%, according to a recent State of the Restaurant Industry report, say higher costs are impacting their profitability. Since most restaurants accept credit cards, savings on credit card processing can soften the blow of these rising costs. With the help of EcS+, a major California restaurant chain reduced its merchant credit card processing fees by $200,000 per year.

In another success story, a Seattle-based tax resolution service saved 41% annually on their merchant card processing fees.

Fast Transaction Settlement Enhances Business Cash Flow

Another benefit of working with EcS+ is the speed at which credit card transactions are settled. Ms. Briante states, "EcS+ clients' credit card transactions are usually settled and deposited into a business's bank account within 1–3 business days, sometimes the same day. This means batches get to a business's bank account quicker — it’s their money, so they should be able to use their money when they want to."

Businesses looking to reduce their merchant card processing fees or other business expenses should contact Ms.Briante at EcS+ to schedule a consultation.

About EcS+

EcS+ is a women-owned advisory firm specializing in cost savings and efficiency for corporations, non-profit organizations, and municipalities. Leveraging over 30 years of experience and a unique vendor-based compensation model, EcS+ delivers significant operational cost and expense reductions without compromising service quality. For more information on how EcS+ can help your organization reduce expenses, contact EcS+ today.

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In an economic landscape marked by rising inflation and financial uncertainty, EcS+, a distinguished women-owned advisory firm, is leading the charge in cost savings and expense reduction services for corporations, non-profit organizations, and municipalities. With over 30 years of experience and a unique vendor-based compensation model, EcS+ offers unparalleled expertise in reducing operational expenses across seven key market segments.

A Legacy of Savings and Efficiency

EcS+ stands out in the advisory field for its deep-rooted connections and seasoned professionalism, developed over three decades. These relationships enable EcS+ to negotiate significant cost savings on behalf of its clients, ensuring no downside risk or obligation. The firm's track record is impeccable, with no client departures in over 30 years, thanks to the substantial double-digit savings achieved.

EcS+ business model is unique in that has developed unique partnerships in the USA that provide customers with substantial cost and expense savings at no cost to the customer. The original model was created by the founding owners in 2002, the same year it received a formal endorsement from GE Capital.

The original managing partners, Gene Cordiano and Marc-André Buenger serve as an Advisory Board to EcS+ who is now owned by Angela Briante, the sole Managing Principal. Over their careers, Gene and Marc-André worked in investment banking for the Americans, the Germans, the French, the British, and the Swiss. These managing partners have global investment banking experience and relationships at the most senior levels, with the most elite institutions (UBS, Merrill Lynch, BNY Mellon, Groupe BPCE- Natixis, ICAP, Portigon AG, etc ) as well as CEO positions in major corporations. Angela Briante comes from the Real Estate Brokerage space and compliments her Real Estate Brokerage with an off-shoot of what the founding partners began in 2002.

"In these times of economic uncertainty, EcS+ remains steadfast in our commitment to delivering unparalleled cost savings and efficiency solutions to businesses and non-profits alike," stated Angela Briante, ECS+ Managing Principal. "As the new Managing Principal, I am proud to lead a team dedicated to driving innovation and delivering tangible results for our clients, ensuring their sustainability and growth in a challenging landscape."

Comprehensive Cost Reduction Services

EcS+ specializes in optimizing and reducing expenses in seven critical areas:

• Merchant Card Services
• Telecom and Technology
• Logistics and Freight
• Energy
• Commercial Insurance
• Payroll/HR/PEO Services
• Financial Services.

EcS+ typically provides average savings to clients of between 15% to 35% per spend area.

Innovative Compensation Structure

What sets EcS+ apart is its innovative, vendor-based compensation structure. Unlike traditional expense reduction firms, EcS+ does not charge its clients directly. Instead, the firm earns its compensation through vendors, maintaining a non-exclusive, unbiased stance in vendor selection. This model ensures that EcS+ acts in the best interest of its clients, delivering impartial and objective advice without compromising savings.

Aligned with Industry Leaders

EcS+ collaborates with top-tier vendors, including industry leaders like ADP, Fiserv, Berkshire Hathaway, Allianz, T-Mobile, and Verizon, as well as reputable small to medium-sized companies. This alignment with household names and A1-rated carriers underscores EcS+'s commitment to providing its clients with the best possible service and savings.

A Call to Action for Cost Efficiency

As businesses and non-profits navigate these challenging times, EcS+ invites them to explore potential cost reductions through a comprehensive analysis. With EcS+, clients can achieve aggressive double-digit savings while improving service quality, all at no direct cost to them.

About EcS+

EcS+ is a women-owned advisory firm specializing in cost savings and efficiency for corporations, non-profit organizations, and municipalities. Leveraging over 30 years of experience and a unique vendor-based compensation model, EcS+ delivers significant operational cost reductions without compromising service quality. For more information on how EcS+ can help your organization reduce expenses, contact EcS+ today.

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