Hueman People Solutions, a leading national provider of talent acquisition and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions, announced today the acquisition of Empower Partnerships, a high-performing RPO and HR consulting firm with deep specialization in logistics, transportation, industrial, manufacturing, and high-volume recruitment.
The acquisition significantly expands Hueman’s presence in commercial sectors and marks the official launch of Hueman RPO Commercial, a dedicated service division powered by Empower’s capabilities. Together, the combined organization now delivers over 80,000 hires annually across a broad range of industries—including 30,000+ from transportation and logistics alone.
“This acquisition represents more than just expansion—it’s about building strength where it matters most,” said Bill Boutwell, CEO of Hueman People Solutions. “Empower’s leadership team has built a reputation for responsiveness, trust, and high-quality delivery in some of the most operationally complex sectors in the country. But what truly sets them apart is how seamlessly they embed within their clients’ cultures—the way they operate doesn’t feel outsourced; it feels like an extension of their partners’ own teams. That mirrors our philosophy at Hueman: the ‘Hue‘ in Hueman speaks to our belief that great partnerships reflect the unique values, culture, and needs of the people we serve. In Empower, we found a team that not only delivers—but delivers in the way we believe it should be done.”
Founded in 2018 by MaryAnne Garcia, Empower Partnerships has become a trusted partner to organizations ranging from 50 to 30,000+ hires annually. Known for its flexible, embedded delivery models and consultative HR services, Empower specializes in talent acquisition, retention, and technology strategy. The firm’s expertise in supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, and engineering makes it a powerful addition to Hueman’s portfolio.
“Empower has always been about delivering high-impact results while building real relationships,” said MaryAnne Garcia, Founder and Managing Partner of Empower Partnerships. “In Hueman, we found a partner who values both performance and people. This new chapter allows us to stay true to our service roots while scaling to meet even more client needs.”
“We’re excited to continue leading the Empower team as we join the Hueman family,” added Sarina Ryczek, Co-Managing Partner of Empower Partnerships. “This integration allows us to bring even greater operational strength and innovation to our partners while remaining focused on the culture and delivery experience that define Empower.”
Both Garcia and Ryczek will remain in leadership positions post-acquisition, continuing to oversee Empower’s operations and delivery teams. Empower will continue to deliver under the Empower brand in the near term, with a longer-term goal of aligning under the Hueman RPO Commercial umbrella.
“This acquisition is part of Hueman’s broader growth trajectory,” said Joe Marino, Chief Growth Officer at Hueman People Solutions. “Following our recent expansion into life sciences with the 2024 acquisition of PrincetonOne, our focus turned to transportation and logistics industries with complex, high-volume hiring needs. Empower’s track record and leadership team position us to deliver at scale, with precision and agility.”
