Michelle Wightman, Founder and CEO

When I founded this amazing business in May of 1993 I was sure of one thing; there are business owners in California who need and want HR assistance. Since our inception, my goal has been to ensure that the unique needs of each of our clients are met. CSL’s staff is not only a highly trained staff skilled in HR, payroll, workers' compensation and benefits, but we are all passionate about helping our clients succeed. My greatest source of pride is the quality of CSL's staff and their commitment to world class service. Business owners choose our company because they believe we can make a difference and improve their bottom line.

Our focus is exclusively on business in California, one of the most litigious states in areas of employer liability, compliance and mandated insurances. Our unique ability to expertly navigate this legal minefield has earned us countless referrals from our clients — our main source of marketing for over a decade.

I approach every meeting, phone call, presentation or conversation with a 'How can I help?' attitude. This simple philosophy has been the catalyst for the most amazing and productive client relationships.

To all of our past and current clients, thank you for your trust and confidence. To those who are not familiar with us, I invite you to explore these pages and find out more about CSL California StaffLink. Feel free to contact me directly at 916.961.1166 or michelle@cslweb.com. It will be my pleasure to personally introduce you to CSL.

Thank you for visiting,
Michelle Wightman
Founder and CEO

Michelle Wightman

Michelle has spent her entire career in the staffing industry, beginning with a local temporary staffing agency in 1989. Intrigued by the Professional Employer Organization (PEO) concept, she not only launched a PEO division within her temp agency, but marketed the PEO concept to other agencies.

In 1993 she ventured out on her own and created CSL California StaffLink (then named Certified Staff Leasing). Michelle's commitment to providing the highest level of service to her clients has resulted in continued referrals and expansion. CSL has grown from Michelle's solo beginning to two offices and a staff of professionals.

Michelle and CSL were finalists in the 2006 Sacramento Workplace Excellence Awards, and Michelle was ranked number five in the Top 25 Women in Business by the Sacramento Business Journal. Michelle believes such success grows from the dedicated professionals of CSL as well as her personal commitment and loyalty to her clients.

An active member of National Association of Professional Employer Organizations (NAPEO), Michelle has also served for three years on the board of directors for California Association of Professional Employer Organizations (CAPEO). Michelle was raised in the Sacramento area.