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New Benefits for TechSTL Members
TechSTL is building the largest and most diverse tech council by championing inclusivity and driving growth across all stages of innovation. Our new business operations services help leaders scale by offering comprehensive solutions for administrative needs like healthcare, retirement, and HR, as well as, business services such as commercial insurance, payroll, and accounting.
In partnership with Portalus, we now offer exclusive access to these valuable resources, empowering members to thrive at all stages. By providing more accessible and affordable benefit packages to the St. Louis tech communities, TechSTL can keep backing the builders so they can build what’s next.
Portalus, leverages the strength and reputation of the Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA) to drive sustainable growth for tech companies and member associations nationwide by delivering workforce and business solutions that help small businesses gain a competitive edge, achieve their goals, and thrive.
2025 Organizational Benefits Include:
Healthcare
Access comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and EAP benefits in one convenient location through small group offerings that utilize the purchasing power of large group benefits or through tailored custom-designed programs.
401k
A competitive 401(k) Pooled Employer Plan (PEP) designed to build a secure financial future, featuring flexible plan customization, investment fund options, seamless enrollment, administrative support, and cost-effective management solutions.
HR Management
Get expert support on employee relations, policies and policy review, hiring and interviewing guidance, progressive discipline partnership, leadership and employee coaching for all the members of your growing team.
Commercial Insurance
Safeguard your growing business with comprehensive insurance solutions tailored for technology and professional services industries, offering protection against liabilities, lawsuits, property damage, natural disasters, and more.
Payroll
Outsource your organizational payroll processing for faster, easier, and more affordable payroll administration, including tax calculations, direct deposit, and integration with a variety of trusted third-party vendors.
Accounting
A high-quality, affordable accounting solution tailored to your organization, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, planning, analysis, budgeting, and grant management, with expert talent and customized financial support
401k Options for Tech Leaders
A top-tier 401(k) plan is key to attracting, retaining, and rewarding exceptional employees who drive your success.
Affordable & Easy
Simple, cost-effective 401(k) plan tailored for tech companies.
Flexible Benefits
Employer contributions and diverse fund options.
Admin Support
All admin, from discrimination testing to Form 5500 filings.
Health Insurance Benefits (Coming Soon)
Through our partnership with Portalus, TechSTL will soon offer comprehensive health benefits—medical, dental, and vision—hosted with top carriers to deliver the best services. Designed for you and your growing team, our competitive health plans support a healthy workforce. (Health Insurance Plans are being confirmed in 2025. Contact us to discuss further)
We handle all your benefits in one place, for consolidated billing, including:
HR Management Services
TechSTL partners with you to build a strong workforce, ensuring your company can hire and keep the talent it needs to stay competitive.
Standardizing Employee Relations
Policy Modeling and Policy Review
Hiring & Interviewing Guidance
Progressive Discipline Partnership
Leadership and Employee Coaching
Commercial Insurance
Protect your business from financial disasters, lawsuits, and more with our comprehensive insurance program. Shield your business from financial damage, lawsuits, and more with tailored insurance solutions.
General Liability
Protection against bodily injury and property damage claims.
Professional Liability
Defense against financial loss due to negligence
D&O Protection
Safeguard your personal assets.
Surety Bonds
Guarantee of contractual financial obligations.
Cyber Liability
Coverage against data breaches and cyber attacks.
Workers' Comp
Support for injured employees.
Crime Insurance
Security against theft and fraud.
Foreign Liability
Protection for employees abroad.
Accounting Services
Are you ready to grow your business, but need some additional bookkeeping support to track that growth? Portalus provides high-quality, affordable accounting solutions tailored to your organization, encompassing all your bookkeeping and financial planning needs. Enjoy a seamless accounting experience with expert talent management and customized financial support, perfectly aligned with your specific business goals.
Bookkeeping
Financial Planning
Budgeting & Reporting
Grant Management
Operations & Process Improvement
Payroll Services
While you focus on driving innovation and scaling your operations, let us handle the intricacies of payroll management. Portalus Payroll services streamline your payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment for your team. With cost-effective solutions designed for businesses in the tech and professional services industries, we help you save time and reduce administrative burdens, all while maintaining precision and peace of mind.
Simplified Payroll: Fast, easy, and affordable payroll processing for small and medium-sized businesses.
Comprehensive Services: Wage, deduction, and tax calculations; direct deposit; record keeping; tax form creation and distribution.
Year-End Reconciliation: Seamless integration with third-party vendors for complete payroll management.
Ready to get signed up? It all starts in January 2025
Join as an Organizational Member
Save on your 2025 Organizational Membership when you join before New Year’s Day. Being an active member will grant you access to all of the Portalus, when you register as an Organization.
Attend an Onboarding Webinar
Starting in January 2025, active TechSTL Organizational Members will be invited to join monthly Live Webinars to explain the registration and onboarding process for Portalus benefits.
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