Kiko Martinez

Kiko Martinez

Kiko Martinez is the Associate Editor for the American Payroll Association.

Recent Posts

May 13, 2022

Virtual Congress Delivers More Payroll Education Post-Conference

The 40th Annual Payroll Congress has come and gone, but the educational workshops, networking, and Expo opportunities continue.

May 9, 2022

Things to Know Before You Start Payroll Congress 2022

As the theatrical saying goes, “The show must go on,” and the APA and Global Payroll Management Institute’s (GPMI) infamous “show” will forge ahead with the in-person return of its annual Payroll Congress.

May 21, 2021

Use ‘Disruptive Forces’ to Reinvent Payroll Industry, Says Innovation Expert

During his Closing General Session presentation “The Economic Pandemic: An Evolutionary Revolution Accelerating Disruptive Innovation Post Pandemic,” Daniel Burrus, a leading technology forecaster and innovation expert, talked about businesses post-COVID-19.

May 20, 2021

Live Blog: Virtual Partying Has Commenced at 2021 Congress Xstream

7:00p.m. (EDT)

6:58 p.m. (EDT)—You don't have to go home, but you can't stay here...

6:56 p.m. (EDT)—Don't "freak out." We'll see you in person in Las Vegas in 2022!

6:54 p.m. (EDT)—Thanks everyone! It was so fun to party with y'all!

6:52 p.m. (EDT)—Bryan's not impressed with the Jack...

May 20, 2021

Updates, Issues, Your Questions Answered on California Payroll

California payrolls are always a challenge, and 2021 is no exception.

May 20, 2021

Global Payroll Industry Expert Explains How to Reach the Big Leagues

During the Congress Xstream General Session on Thursday, industry expert Max van der Klis-Busink, RPP, presented “A Global Payrollercoaster in the Big Leagues” to talk about how payroll professionals can up their game and join the elite in their industry.

May 19, 2021

Workshop Explores New Legislation to Expect in 2021 and Beyond

In their workshop session “Payroll Developments: What to Expect in 2021 and Beyond,” two APA experts discussed the latest COVID-19 relief measures, new legislative and regulatory initiatives, and how payroll professionals can be prepared for what lies ahead.

May 18, 2021

‘Your Voice Is at the Heart of Your Power’: OGS Keynote Speaker Shares ‘Pearls’ of Wisdom

Keynote Speaker Carla Harris, Vice Chairman and Managing Director at Morgan Stanley, shared her proven strategies for success with a full virtual crowd during the APA’s Congress Xstream Opening General Session May 18.

May 18, 2021

Meet With Executive Director, APA President This Week

APA Executive Director and GPMI President Dan Maddux and new APA President Bruce Phipps, CPP, will be available to chat and answer questions virtually every day during Congress Xstream this week during a series of 30-minute Meet and Greet sessions in their networking lounges.

May 18, 2021

Bruce Phipps, CPP, Shifts Gears to Serve as APA’s 32nd President

Bruce Phipps, CPP, is officially off to the races and is now the APA’s newest President.

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