Company Profile

Company Overview

After more than 40 years as the leading authority in payroll education, publications, and training, the American Payroll Association and the Global Payroll Management Institute (founded in 2015) unified under one name: PayrollOrg (PAYO), effective 2 May 2023. As our membership, certifications, and educational programs expanded well beyond the United States, the rebrand ensured our name reflects the global community we serve and the borderless nature of today’s payroll profession.

PAYO is the payroll industry leader in education, publications, and professional networking, helping payroll professionals strengthen their leadership skills and stay current with evolving industry standards. Each year, more than 100,000 participants from over 117 countries enroll in PAYO training programs, and thousands more rely on its publications, newsletters, and resources to maintain compliance and advance their expertise.

What We Do

Build knowledge. PayrollOrg is the authoritative source for education, training, certification, certificate programs, publications, and compliance resources for payroll professionals worldwide.
Promote recognition. PayrollOrg promotes payroll as a respected professional discipline and as an important strategic partner within organizations around the world.
Foster community. PayrollOrg provides a community where payroll professionals engage with trusted industry peers to share expertise and network.
Engage in advocacy. PayrollOrg represents payroll professionals before government agencies, resulting in a positive legislative and regulatory climate for the payroll industry.
Educate the public. PayrollOrg offers public service education on payroll and employment issues. Committed to empowering teens, PayrollOrg's Money Matters program helps them understand their paychecks and master money management skills to achieve financial independence.