Our CEO, Jennifer Barnes, was recently featured on The Retirement Wisdom Podcast! First Seen on Retirement Wisdom on August 19, 2024 ..read more

The article, "Beyond Parental Leave: Ways to Support Moms Returning to Work," published on August 13, 2024, by Kaitlin Morrison, delves into the importance of building holistic parental benefits programs that go beyond just offering parental leave. Jennifer Barnes, CEO of Optima Office, emphasizes the significance of providing flexible options like onsite childcare or caregiving credits to better meet the diverse needs of working parents. Read the full article below to discover more ways to effectively support working mothers and parents in your organization ..read more

Optima OfficeMakes the Inc. 5000, at No. 3139 in 2024, With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 158 Percent ..read more

The article, " California SB 553 and the pursuit of workplace safety ", published on August 07, 2024, highlights the critical need for businesses to implement a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP). Scott Bullock, Optima's Consulting HR Manager, emphasizes that a comprehensive WVPP not only ensures compliance with state regulations but also protects employees from potential harm, reduces legal risks, and promotes a positive work environment. Read the full article below to learn more about how to develop and implement an effective WVPP and the benefits it brings to both employees and empl ..read more

Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? The Harvard Business School of San Diego Management Program can help you get there. This immersive program will broaden your business perspectives and accelerate your growth in San Diego. Based on the world-renowned HBS case method, this program explores real-world business challenges encountered by leading organizations across various industries. Optima Office is excited to offer a scholarship for one deserving professional to attend this program for free, covering the full $3,250 value ..read more

We are excited to share that Scott Bullock, Optima's Outsourced Consulting HR Manager, was recently featured in the IndustryWeek article "Preventing Workplace Violence Starts with a Plan". In this article, Scott discusses the critical importance of workplace violence prevention plans, particularly in light of California's new law, SB 553. First seen in IndustryWeek on July 31, 2024 ..read more

Meet Michelle Hewitt, our Employee Spotlight this month! As an Assistant Controller, Michelle handles all aspects of financial and accounting operations. Michelle brings over 18 years of progressive experience in non-profit environments; she excels in streamlining finance systems, ensuring organization and accuracy, and is skilled in managing day-to-day transactions and financial preparations for companies already on the right path. Michelle holds a Master’s in Business Administration from Eastern Oregon University and is a member of the Sigma Beta Delta International Honor Society.  Joi ..read more

Written by: Dana Sarbulescu, VP of Accounting at Optima Office. Artificial intelligence (AI) has found its way into accounting through various platforms for budgeting, forecasting, and data entry automation. However, it may be overlooked that Accountants can make use of the ChatGPT Open AI platform without the need for technical experience.  ChatGPT is well known for providing inconclusive answers or hallucinations when asked to make statements about a topic. However, there are specific topics where the answers are crystal clear and accurate and can save the accountant a considerable am ..read more

We are excited to share that Scott Bullock, Human Resources Consultant at Optima Office, was recently featured in the San Diego Business Journal article, "New Law Focuses on Preventing Workplace Violence". In this article, Scott discusses the implications of the new California law, SB 553, which mandates workplace violence prevention plans. First seen in the San Diego Business Journal on June 25, 2024 ..read more

We are thrilled to announce that Jennifer Barnes, CEO of Optima Office, was recently featured in the CanvasRebel Magazine article, "Meet Jennifer Barnes". In the interview, Jennifer shares her inspiring journey, business insights, and effective strategies for success. First seen in CanvasRebel Magazine on June 20, 2024 ..read more