Meet the C3 Team
Our friendly team is passionate about helping local governments create pay plans that are fair, competitive, and budget-friendly.
Phillip M. Hayes
Vice President & Principal Pay Strategist
expertise
Pay Planning | Workforce Solutions | HR Strategy | Public Sector Know-How
Experience
25+ Years in HR and Compensation Leadership
TENURE
Serving clients since 1998
Recognition
Kansas & Wichita HR Professional of the Year
Phil is a driving force behind workforce innovation and played a key role in developing the C3 Compensation Blueprint, bringing his love for smart pay solutions to every project. He built our C3 CompBook tool to help public sector teams create fair, strategic, transparent pay plans.
Phil’s vast expertise in HR management, compensation strategy, and labor policy has earned him numerous accolades, including the Father Becker Award (2023 UWC National Unemployment Insurance Conference) for his contributions to unemployment insurance research and workforce development in Kansas.
Serves on the Kansas Unemployment and Workers’ Compensation Nominating Committee
Serves on the Kansas Unemployment Compensation Modernization & Improvement Council
Chaired Kansas Employment Security Board of Review
With his knack for combining data-driven analytics with HR experience and friendly approach, Phil makes strategic public sector pay planning feel simple and stress-free for clients like you.
Heather Poorman
Senior HR Business Partner
expertise
HR Compliance | Lead & Support | Workforce Strategy | Risk Management | Benefits
Experience
25+ Years in Public and Private Sector HR
Tenure
Serving clients since 2022
Recognition
Business Management | Master’s in Conflict Resolution
Heather’s warm, practical style helps build pay plans that keep everyone happy and compliant. She’s a pro at solving problems and making sure your team feels valued while delivering data-driven compensation solutions.
Simplifies pay fairness and legal compliance
Boosts employee morale with clear solutions
Heather loves partnering with cities and counties to create pay plans that support your goals and your people.
Hayley Chavez
HR Assistant
expertise
Job Roles | Pay Planning | Workforce Growth | Team Support
Experience
HR & Healthcare Professional
tenure
Serving clients since 2025
Dual Roles
HR Assistant & PRN Dental Hygienist
Hayley brings a fresh, friendly perspective to public sector pay planning. Her knack for clear job roles and fair pay makes her a client favorite.
Crafts job descriptions that fit your team
Aligns roles with competitive pay
Whether she’s in the office or at a dental clinic, Hayley’s all about making pay planning easy and effective.
Amy Hayes
HR Assistant
expertise
Pay Insights | Payroll Accuracy | Compensation Compliance | Team Support
Experience
HR & Payroll Specialist | Work Comp Coordinator Administration
tenure
Serving clients since 2017
Amy’s sharp eye for detail ensures your pay plan is spot-on and fair. She loves digging into data to help government agencies make smart pay choices.
Keeps payroll smooth, efficient and accurate
Offers insights to improve fairness and strategic decision-making
Amy’s meticulous attention to detail and friendly support makes public sector pay planning a breeze for clients.
Brett Staats
HR Assistant
expertise
Budget Planning | Payroll & Data Management | Pay Compliance | Team Support
Experience
Accounting & Workforce Financial Planning
tenure
Serving clients since 2017
Brett’s number-crunching skills help create and optimize pay plans that fit tight budgets without sacrificing fairness
Balances competitive pay with financial goals
Ensures payroll is streamlines and meets all the rules
With his calm, friendly approach, Brett makes budgeting for pay feel simple and stress-free.
Why Work With Our Team?
Our team loves working with you to build pay plans that make hiring easier, keep teams happy, and support your community.
Trusted Experts
25+ years helping organizations with HR, compensation strategy and workforce planning.
Smart Solutions
We use your specific pain points to address fair, budget-friendly pay plans.
Compliance
We reduce legal risk by making sure your pay follows state and federal laws.
Friendly Partners
We’re here to make pay planning easy, approachable, and effective.
Public Sector Pros
Deep experience with cities and counties.
Let’s Team Up for A Smarter Pay Plan
Let’s make your pay plan as awesome as your team! Contact us today!
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