Helios Global Payments Solutions Inc., a New York-based company, has recently secured $15.5 million in seed funding to launch its AI-powered workforce management platform across over 125 countries. This investment aims to revolutionize how companies hire, manage, and pay their global teams.
The funding round attracted a diverse group of investors from the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, including corporate investors, private angel investors, and family offices. Notably, Cristian de Dios, Managing Director of Aracan Energía, strongly supported Helios, stating, “Investing in Helios was an easy decision. We see immense value in their technology and the clarity they bring to complex global HR and payroll processes by leveraging AI.”
Founded by Rick Hammell, an entrepreneur and HR tech innovator, Helios offers an all-in-one solution that combines global payroll, payments, and HR management. The platform is designed to accelerate growth, create flexibility, streamline operations, and simplify workforce management for companies operating internationally.
Helios’ platform encompasses 17 modules covering critical HR functions, including localized employee onboarding, global payroll, benefits administration with the marketplace, right-to-work verification, and PTO compliance tracking. By integrating payments, compliance, and people operations tools, Helios aims to meet the diverse needs of global teams, empowering organizations to manage their teams from any location with ease and confidence.
The $15.5 million seed funding will be utilized to accelerate Helios’ growth, enabling further innovation and expanding its global reach. This includes continual investment into the platform to revolutionize the HR and FinTech industries.
Rick Hammell, CEO and Founder of Helios shared his vision for the company, stating, “We launched Helios to create equitable opportunities for all businesses to compete in the global marketplace. By leveraging AI, automation, and compliance management tools, we enable our customers to navigate the complexities of global workforce management efficiently and cost-effectively.”
Looking ahead, Helios plans to expand its capabilities through strategic partnerships, with upcoming integrations designed to enhance compliance, global payroll, and HR advisory. These collaborations aim to strengthen Helios’ offerings further, providing clients with seamless access to a comprehensive suite of tools and expertise.
With its innovative AI-powered platform and significant seed funding, Helios is poised to reshape global workforce management, simplifying operations while ensuring compliance and efficiency for businesses worldwide.
