We help you design org structures and HR strategies that support scale.
Embedded
We plug in like part of your team—just without the full-time cost.
Creative-Friendly
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
How We Serve
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Grow Intentionally
Build teams that align with your vision and scale sustainably.
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Strategic Alignment
Connect people strategy directly to business objectives and growth goals.
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Scalable Systems
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.
Our Embedded HR Services
Strategic HR
Org design & role mapping
Workforce planning & headcount modeling
Culture and values facilitation
Executive and founder coaching
Offsite and team planning sessions
Operational HR
HRIS & system setup (Asana, GSuite, etc.)
Onboarding & offboarding workflows
Policy creation & documentation
Employee relations & compliance basics
Weekly team office hours
We don't: provide legal advice, act as a PEO, or take responsibility for employment-related outcomes.
How We Work With You
Discovery Call
We learn about your business and growth goals.
Right-Sized Plan
We scope the right strategic + operational mix.
Kickoff
We onboard like part of your team—tools, meetings, and all.
Momentum
We hold regular office hours, run quarterly reviews, and execute ongoing HR initiatives.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
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Starter – $450/mo
Ideal for teams under 15
Weekly office hours
System setup & onboarding workflows
Foundational policy & compliance support
Discounted hourly support
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Growth – $1,500/mo
Ideal for teams 15–30
Everything in Starter
Quarterly HR strategy sessions
Org design support
Culture and values facilitation
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Scale – $3,750/mo
Ideal for teams 30–50
Everything in Growth
Founder/executive coaching
Full quarterly initiative execution
Team offsite facilitation
Why We Built Highwire
20+ Years Experience
Building HR for high-growth teams and creative companies
Founder-Focused
We understand the unique challenges of building founder-led teams that maintain their creative edge.
Practical Solutions
We deliver what you need now—not bloated enterprise HR systems you'll grow into "someday."
Team Approach
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.
Start With Smarter HR
Free Download
Growth-Ready HR Toolkit: A no-fluff guide for your first 20 hires. Get monthly insights for scaling teams smartly, not hastily.
Expert Articles
Read "Org Structure Mistakes Creative Startups Make," "How to Run Your First Team Offsite," and "What Your Team Really Wants from an HR Partner."
Let's Talk
Book a free consult or drop us a note. Ready to build HR that works for your growing creative team?