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How Small Businesses Can Boost Employee Engagement
HR expert Rachel Platt shares how small businesses and nonprofits can boost engagement, retain top talent, and build strong workplace cultures.

Who They Are
Rachel Platt is the founder of PLATTinum Consulting and a seasoned executive HR leader with over 20 years of experience as a CHRO, VP, and regional HR strategist. She helps organizations move beyond compliance to create workplaces where employees are engaged, leaders are effective, and culture fuels growth.
What They Do
Rachel works with not-for-profits and small businesses to design custom HR and people strategies. From employee engagement programs to leadership development and retention solutions, she provides practical, results-oriented guidance that helps leaders maximize their team’s contributions and build healthier organizations.
Why You Should Connect
For services:
If you’re experiencing high turnover, low engagement, or just a sense that “something’s off,” Rachel brings proven tools to align leadership, culture, and people strategies for measurable results.
For networking:
Rachel is a strong partner for employment attorneys, fractional executives, accountants, financial advisors, leadership coaches, and consultants who work with leaders facing people and communication challenges.
Guest Links (hyperlinked in newsletter):
Website: plattinumconsulting.com
LinkedIn: Rachel Platt
Email: [email protected]
Want to know more? Watch the full interview here
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