Mercate People Partners

Mercate People Partners is a fractional and interim HR consultancy located in Apex, North Carolina, serving expanding businesses in the Raleigh-Durham Triangle area and beyond. We collaborate with operational companies—primarily in construction, manufacturing, logistics, distribution, and retail—that are experiencing rapid growth and require strong HR leadership but are not yet prepared to employ a full-time HR Director. This is where we step in. Founded by Jo Spilsbury, a seasoned HR professional with over 20 years of experience in global manufacturing and public sector environments, Mercate offers enterprise-level people strategies to businesses that have outgrown their current HR frameworks. Jo previously served as Head of People at a large UK manufacturing company with 5,000 employees and revenues of $685M, giving her firsthand insight into the consequences of neglecting HR fundamentals in growing companies. We assist businesses in establishing the necessary people infrastructure for confident growth, including clear policies, solid employee relations, effective leadership, and functional HR systems. Whether you need ongoing fractional HR support, assistance with a specific challenge, or an interim senior HR leader, we provide the expertise without the burden of full-time costs. Our clients gain a trusted advisor who comprehends both strategic and operational aspects—someone who has experience at the executive level, managed intricate workplace investigations, guided teams through transitions, and built HR departments from scratch. If your business is growing and facing increasing people-related challenges, Mercate People Partners is poised to help you stay ahead of them.