Executive HR Advisory & Business Partner
Solis Consulting
Management
Grow Your Business. Grow Your People.
Helping leaders uncover the blind spots that limit growth — and building organizations that perform at their highest potential. Building better futures.
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What We Offer
How We Help You Thrive
HR Compliance & Policy Development
Build airtight policies that protect your organization and empower your team.
Workplace Investigations
Neutral, thorough third-party investigations that restore trust and clarity.
Leadership & Supervisor Training
Equip your leaders with the skills to inspire, guide, and retain top talent.
Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
Transform workplace tension into productive, respectful collaboration.
Organizational Development & Culture Strategy
Design a culture where people thrive and performance follows.
HR Audits & Risk Mitigation
Identify gaps before they become liabilities — stay compliant and confident.
Performance Management
Systems that align individual growth with organizational goals.
Hiring & Onboarding Solutions
Attract the right people and set them up for lasting success from day one.
Our Foundation
What Drives Everything We Do
Business growth and people growth aren't separate goals — they're the same goal. These are the principles that guide every engagement.
People Focused
Every decision starts with the human impact.
Integrity & Trust
Honest counsel you can count on, always.
Strategic Solutions
Practical answers rooted in deep expertise.
Positive Culture
Workplaces where people genuinely want to be.
Measurable Results
Outcomes you can see, track, and celebrate.
The Solis Approach
Growing Your Business Starts With Growing Your People
We sit at the table as a trusted business partner with CEOs and leadership teams. The most successful businesses don't separate strategy from people — they build both at the same time. When your workforce is supported, compliant, and led well, your organization doesn't just survive. It performs at its highest potential.
Drive Business Results
HR done right is a growth engine. Reduced turnover, stronger leadership, and airtight compliance protect your bottom line and free you to focus on what you do best.
Invest in Your People
Your team is your most valuable asset. We help you build the systems, culture, and leadership that attract top talent, retain great employees, and unlock their full potential.
Scale With Confidence
Whether you're at 5 employees or 500, we build HR infrastructure that grows with you — so every stage of your business is supported by strong people practices.
"My role isn't simply to solve HR challenges. It's to help leaders see what they can't always see."
— Marlene Solis, Founder
The Solis Difference
Seeing what others miss.
The Blind Spot Advantage
I uncover the organizational blind spots that quietly affect performance.
My role isn't simply to solve HR challenges. It's to help leaders see what they can't always see.
I uncover the organizational blind spots that quietly affect performance, profitability, execution, culture, and long-term growth.
When leaders gain that clarity, they make better decisions — and their organizations perform at their highest potential.
About the Founder
Meet Marlene Solis
Marlene Solis is an Executive HR Advisor and Founder of Solis Consulting Management. For more than 17 years, she has partnered with CEOs, founders, and executive teams to help organizations navigate transformation, strengthen leadership, and build high-performing organizations — at both the global and state level.
What she loves most? The leaders who grow. The employees who find their footing. The organizations that become genuinely better places to work. She founded Solis Consulting Management to bring that same care and expertise to organizations of every size.
"Seventeen years in HR — from Fortune 100 boardrooms to founder-led organizations — taught me that the work only matters if the people behind it feel it."
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Common Questions
HR Questions, Answered
Straight answers to the questions small business owners ask most.
Do I need an HR consultant if I already have an HR person on staff?
An in-house HR generalist handles day-to-day people operations — but they often lack the specialized expertise needed for complex investigations, compliance audits, or leadership development programs. An outside consultant brings deep subject-matter expertise, an objective perspective, and California-specific knowledge that complements your internal team.
What California employment laws do small businesses need to worry about most?
California has some of the strictest employment laws in the country. The areas that trip up small businesses most often are: daily overtime rules (not just weekly), meal and rest break requirements, final paycheck timing, exempt vs. non-exempt classification, and mandatory harassment prevention training. A compliance audit is the fastest way to find out where your gaps are.
How do I know if my business needs an HR audit?
If your employee handbook hasn't been updated in the past two years, you've had significant growth or turnover, you've experienced a complaint or close call, or you've simply never had a formal review — it's time. Most businesses I audit have some areas of strength and some gaps. The goal is to know where you stand before a problem surfaces.
What does a workplace investigation actually involve?
A workplace investigation is a structured, impartial process to determine what happened in response to a complaint — harassment, discrimination, misconduct, or policy violations. It involves interviewing relevant parties, reviewing documentation, and producing a written findings report. Investigations should always be conducted by someone with no stake in the outcome, which is why an outside investigator is often the right choice.
How quickly can you respond to an urgent HR situation?
For urgent matters — a harassment complaint, a termination that needs to happen today, a situation that could escalate — I prioritize same-day or next-day response. Reach me directly at 909-660-2372 or [email protected].
Do you provide leadership training, and can you come on-site?
Yes — leadership development is one of the most impactful investments a business can make, and it's often overlooked until a problem surfaces. Strong managers don't just happen; they need tools, frameworks, and practice. I work with leaders at all levels on communication, accountability, conflict resolution, performance conversations, and building psychologically safe teams. And yes, I travel. Whether your team is in California or elsewhere, I can come to you to deliver training, facilitate workshops, or work directly with your leadership group in person.
Do you work with businesses outside of California?
Absolutely. While California employment law is a core specialty, I have broad experience supporting organizations across multiple states and on a global basis. Whether you're navigating multi-state compliance, international HR practices, or need strategic HR guidance regardless of location — I can help. I also travel to support leadership teams in person wherever they are.
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