We help creative founders build the HR infrastructure, culture, and systems they need to scale—with no fluff, no legal jargon, and no bloated costs.
We help you design org structures and HR strategies that support scale.
We plug in like part of your team—just without the full-time cost.
We know how creative companies grow, and we build with that in mind.
"As a startup founder, I didn't know what we needed until Highwire stepped in and made it all make sense." – Founder, Series A Creative Studio
Build teams that align with your vision and scale sustainably.
Connect people strategy directly to business objectives and growth goals.
Implement processes early, before you need them, not after chaos hits.
We work best with startups and small businesses under 150 employees. Whether you're pre-seed or prepping for Series B, we'll help you stay focused on what matters—without the HR headache.
We don't: provide legal advice, act as a PEO, or take responsibility for employment-related outcomes.
We learn about your business and growth goals.
We scope the right strategic + operational mix.
We onboard like part of your team—tools, meetings, and all.
We hold regular office hours, run quarterly reviews, and execute ongoing HR initiatives.
Building HR for high-growth teams and creative companies
We understand the unique challenges of building founder-led teams that maintain their creative edge.
We deliver what you need now—not bloated enterprise HR systems you'll grow into "someday."
Led by Tiffany Bernhard, our team includes a network of HR strategists, coaches, and operations pros.
Our team thrives inside fast-moving, founder-led teams. We've seen what works and what doesn't when scaling creative companies from startup to success.
Growth-Ready HR Toolkit: A no-fluff guide for your first 20 hires. Get monthly insights for scaling teams smartly, not hastily.
Read "Org Structure Mistakes Creative Startups Make," "How to Run Your First Team Offsite," and "What Your Team Really Wants from an HR Partner."
Book a free consult or drop us a note. Ready to build HR that works for your growing creative team?
Smart HR Strategy for Growing Startups