HR NOLA Joins Forces with Skillcloud HCM Solutions to Expand HR Expertise Nationwide
The partnership combines HR NOLA’s deep expertise in culture, compliance and talent with Skillcloud’s scalable workforce solutions.
New Orleans, Louisiana · January 7, 2026
HR NOLA, New Orleans’ leading human resources consulting firm, has been acquired by Skillcloud HCM Solutions, a national provider of HR managed services specializing in talent acquisition, outsourced HR, and HR technology implementation. This strategic partnership combines HR NOLA’s deep expertise in culture, compliance and talent with Skillcloud’s scalable workforce solutions to deliver a full spectrum of HR services to businesses across the country.
“Our mission has always been to help organizations become great places to work through strategic, people-first HR solutions. Joining forces with Skillcloud HCM Solutions allows us to expand our reach, offer even more resources to our clients, and continue delivering human-centered, results-driven HR consulting that meets the unique needs of each business we serve.”
Amy Bakay, SHRM-SCP, Founder and CEO, HR NOLASince its founding, HR NOLA has built a reputation for transforming workplaces with expertise in employee engagement, policy compliance, talent optimization and leadership development. The firm is known for its solutions-focused approach, tailoring strategies to meet the needs of both small businesses and larger, growing organizations.
What Skillcloud brings
Skillcloud HCM Solutions brings national scale and technical HR expertise to the partnership. With a focus on workforce strategy, technology implementation and talent acquisition, Skillcloud empowers companies to attract, develop and retain top talent while optimizing HR processes for growth.
“HR NOLA is a perfect fit for Skillcloud. Their deep local expertise and human-centered approach complement our mission to provide scalable, customized HR solutions. Together, we can help more organizations thrive by building strong cultures, ensuring compliance, and unlocking the full potential of their workforce.”
Chris Dirksing, Managing Partner, Skillcloud HCM SolutionsServices for the combined organization
The combined organization will continue to serve clients in New Orleans and nationwide, offering a full suite of HR services, including:
- Talent acquisition and employee development
- Compliance and policy management
- Culture transformation and engagement strategies
- Managed payroll services
- HR technology implementation and support
In the news
Biz New Orleans covered the transaction. Read the Biz New Orleans article
About the organizations
About HR NOLA
HR NOLA is a progressive HR consulting and outsourcing firm built on the belief that strategic people practices drive business success. Founded by Amy B. Bakay, SHRM-SCP, HR NOLA partners with organizations to align people strategy with business performance. By delivering expert guidance in talent optimization, organizational design and risk mitigation, the firm empowers companies to build resilient, high-performing cultures. Serving clients nationwide, HR NOLA provides fractional HR leadership and strategic workforce HR solutions that drive long-term growth and operational excellence.
About Skillcloud HCM Solutions
Skillcloud HCM Solutions helps organizations transform how they source, manage and develop their workforces. Specializing in HR managed services, technology implementation and talent acquisition, Skillcloud delivers customizable solutions to optimize employee engagement, growth and organizational success.
Questions about the transition?
HR NOLA clients continue working with the team they know. If you have a question about what changes and what does not, reach out and we will answer it directly.
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