Our Founder Stephen Cilley shares his story and the inspiration for Ataraxis in a podcast interview, None of My Business. Also available on Apple Podcasts.
Many business leaders face the same problem — spending too much time managing HR instead of growing their company. In 2008, our founder, Stephen Cilley, was running a fast-growing insurance adjusting firm with 70 employees across five states. Despite the success, HR challenges were draining his time and energy.
After a year of looking, it became clear: what businesses really needed didn’t exist. What Stephen needed was a true partner — one that would roll up their sleeves and become an active part of his business. But the solution simply didn’t exist.
In 2010, Stephen launched Ataraxis to fill that gap. His vision was clear: to create a full-service HR, payroll, and benefits firm that works as an integrated part of a business — not just a vendor or consultant. Ataraxis was built to handle the heavy lifting, allowing business owners to focus on growth.
The word Ataraxis means “a state of freedom from mental stress or anxiety.” That definition is at the heart of everything we do. We aim to give business owners peace of mind by reducing HR burdens, minimizing compliance risk, and delivering reliable, hands-on support.
Today, Ataraxis serves as a trusted HR partner for businesses across multiple industries across the US. Whether you need help with complex compliance issues, employee benefits, or seamless payroll management, we’re here to help you move forward — with less risk, personalized support, and total confidence.