Tiffany Steppenbacker

Tiffany brings over a decade of business development experience, specifically in the staffing space, to her role as Director of Sales. Having come spent the previous 10 years helping Advance Partners clients grow, she has a keen understanding of market dynamics and brings a unique and strategic approach to sales management.

Tiffany started at Advance in 2004 overseeing Cash functions, and has had many roles with the company since then. She has a Bachelors and Masters degree in Accounting from Cleveland State University.

“I love what I do, mainly because I feel challenged with a new scenario every day. I love the Paychex/Advance brand because the companies emulate the same values I hold near and dear.”

Favorite food: Shrimp and grits

Favorite movie: Apocalypto

Favorite hobby: Traveling

Read Insights from Tiffany Steppenbacker

  • Net 30 vs. Net 60 vs. Net 90: How Payment Terms Impact Staffing Agency Growth
    Staffing firm owners have, on average, about 15 million things on their plate. It’s no wonder marketing sometimes takes a backseat. With lean staff and budgets, and time constraints, it’s often the first thing to get cut. You’ll get more business, you might think, by just focusing on sales.
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  • 7 VMS Features Staffing Firms Should Actually Use
    Staffing firm owners have, on average, about 15 million things on their plate. It’s no wonder marketing sometimes takes a backseat. With lean staff and budgets, and time constraints, it’s often the first thing to get cut. You’ll get more business, you might think, by just focusing on sales.
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  • When Should a Staffing Agency Outsource Its Back Office?
    Staffing firm owners have, on average, about 15 million things on their plate. It’s no wonder marketing sometimes takes a backseat. With lean staff and budgets, and time constraints, it’s often the first thing to get cut. You’ll get more business, you might think, by just focusing on sales.
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    How Economic Uncertainty Is Changing Cash Flow Planning for Staffing Agencies
    Staffing firm owners have, on average, about 15 million things on their plate. It’s no wonder marketing sometimes takes a backseat. With lean staff and budgets, and time constraints, it’s often the first thing to get cut. You’ll get more business, you might think, by just focusing on sales.
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    How Back Office Infrastructure Impacts Staffing Agency Growth
    Staffing firm owners have, on average, about 15 million things on their plate. It’s no wonder marketing sometimes takes a backseat. With lean staff and budgets, and time constraints, it’s often the first thing to get cut. You’ll get more business, you might think, by just focusing on sales.
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  • Best VMS Software for Staffing Firms: What to Look For
    Staffing firm owners have, on average, about 15 million things on their plate. It’s no wonder marketing sometimes takes a backseat. With lean staff and budgets, and time constraints, it’s often the first thing to get cut. You’ll get more business, you might think, by just focusing on sales.
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  • In‑House vs. Outsourced Back Office: Cost, Risk & Scalability for Staffing Firms
    Staffing firm owners have, on average, about 15 million things on their plate. It’s no wonder marketing sometimes takes a backseat. With lean staff and budgets, and time constraints, it’s often the first thing to get cut. You’ll get more business, you might think, by just focusing on sales.
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    Common Funding Mistakes Staffing Agencies Make as They Scale
    Staffing firm owners have, on average, about 15 million things on their plate. It’s no wonder marketing sometimes takes a backseat. With lean staff and budgets, and time constraints, it’s often the first thing to get cut. You’ll get more business, you might think, by just focusing on sales.
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  • What You Need to Know About California Senate Bill 1032 – the SAFE Act (SB 1032)
    Everything you need to know about California Senate Bill 1032, also known as the SAFE Act, and how it impacts staffing agencies in CA.
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  • Why Even Profitable Staffing Firms Struggle With Payroll During Economic Slowdowns
    Staffing firm owners have, on average, about 15 million things on their plate. It’s no wonder marketing sometimes takes a backseat. With lean staff and budgets, and time constraints, it’s often the first thing to get cut. You’ll get more business, you might think, by just focusing on sales.
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  • Why Staffing Agencies Struggle With Cash Flow (Even When They’re Profitable)
    If you run a staffing agency, you’ve probably lived this paradox: the P&L shows profit, but cash feels tight every Friday. You’re not alone. Staffing firms can be operationally sound, winning new business, and still struggle to fund payroll. The reason isn’t mismanagement – it’s the math of the business model. Key Takeaways: Overcoming the…
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  • Why IT Staffing Firms Face Unique Working Capital Challenges
    If you run an IT staffing firm, you know the P&L can look healthy while cash feels tight. That’s not a management failure—it’s the math of IT staffing. High bill rates, long client terms, complex approvals, and evolving delivery models (staff aug vs. SOW) create a cash conversion cycle that’s very different from light industrial…
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