Human Resources Consulting Group for Growing Businesses

Moving Mountains HR delivers practical, executive-level guidance that helps small and mid-size businesses manage people, reduce compliance risk, and build stronger workplaces. From policy reviews and impartial investigations to fractional CHRO support, our Human Resources Consulting Group meets you where your organization is today and helps create scalable systems for tomorrow.

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Our Human Resources Consulting Group Services

Flexible HR expertise for compliance, workplace concerns, people strategy, and sustainable organizational growth.

HR Compliance

Identify policy, procedure, and employee-document gaps with tailored audits, compliant document creation, and practical recommendations for stronger HR foundations.

Workplace Investigations

Address harassment, discrimination, retaliation, misconduct, and policy concerns through formal, impartial investigations, neutral interviews, evidence review, and findings reports.

HR Outsourcing

Access ongoing or project-based HR support for policies, recruitment, benefits planning, performance systems, and day-to-day people operations.

HR Strategy

Build scalable approaches to staffing, retention, compensation, benefits, and workforce planning that align people practices with business objectives.

Fractional CHRO

Gain high-level HR leadership and meeting participation without the expense or commitment of a full-time executive hire.

Training Programs

Strengthen supervisors and teams with customized learning on compliance, performance, employee relations, documentation, conflict resolution, and respectful workplaces.

Flexible Expert Support

Executive HR Guidance Built Around You

Moving Mountains HR makes sophisticated people expertise accessible without requiring a full internal HR department. We assess where your organization stands, clarify priorities, and provide the right level of support—from a focused compliance project to active strategic partnership. With practical tools, clear recommendations, and an employee-centered perspective, you can make informed decisions, strengthen workplace practices, and devote more time to running your business.

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Practical HR Partnership

Client Success Stories

See how thoughtful HR guidance supports confident decisions and stronger workplaces.

"In the short time that I’ve worked with Michelle, she has been a consummate professional and a strong partner in employee benefits. She is an advocate for the employees with a holistic approach in processes and procedures. Michelle is a highly seasoned Human Resources Professional with expertise in the healthcare..."

Jennifer Chien
The Moving Mountains Difference

Why Choose Moving Mountains HR?

Practical, adaptable HR support for the people challenges that matter most.

Executive Insight

Founder-led guidance brings seasoned HR expertise and a consultative approach to complex workforce decisions.

California Focus

Strong California employment-law knowledge helps employers navigate demanding requirements with greater confidence and clarity.

Flexible Support

Choose passive, active, or fractional CHRO support that fits your organization’s changing needs.

Impartial Process

Neutral workplace investigations prioritize fact-finding, confidentiality, anti-retaliation education, and respectful treatment for all parties.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Experienced leaders delivering practical, executive-level HR guidance.

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Michelle Schwanhauser

Founder & CEO

Michelle Schwanhauser is the Founder and CEO of Moving Mountains HR, which she established in 2023 to bring executive-level HR expertise to businesses of all sizes. A highly seasoned Human Resources professional with deep expertise in the healthcare industry, Michelle takes a holistic approach to HR processes and procedures, ensuring organizations remain compliant while fostering strong workplace cultures. She is a dedicated advocate for employees and a consummate professional, known for her consultative style and ability to simplify complex HR challenges. Operating out of Newbury Park, California, Michelle leads the firm's efforts to serve small to mid-size businesses across California and the United States. Her extensive tenure in HR makes her a trusted partner for business owners seeking practical, compliant, and effective HR solutions tailored to their unique organizational needs.

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Jesse Schwanhauser

Chief Operating Officer

Jesse Schwanhauser serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Moving Mountains HR, where he oversees daily operations and strategic initiatives that support the company's mission of empowering business owners. Bringing a confident and engaging leadership style to the organization, Jesse plays a key role in ensuring the firm delivers practical, executive-level HR solutions to small and mid-size businesses across California and beyond. His operational expertise helps streamline the company's service delivery, from compliance audits to workplace investigations, ensuring clients receive consistent, high-quality support. Jesse is committed to organizational excellence and works closely with the leadership team to drive growth, refine internal processes, and uphold the company's core values of compliance, empowerment, and exceptional client service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an HR consulting group do?

An HR consulting group provides outside expertise for the people, compliance, and organizational issues that businesses manage every day. Moving Mountains HR can review policies and employee documents, develop compliant materials, guide performance management, support staffing and retention strategy, deliver training, conduct investigations, and provide ongoing or fractional CHRO leadership. Engagements can be project-based or structured as continuing support.

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Have Questions About Your HR Needs?

Speak with our team about practical support for your organization.

Built on Trust

Awards and Recognition

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California Compliance Focus

Practical guidance for California employers

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Executive-Level Support

Strategic HR expertise for businesses

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Neutral Investigations

Impartial workplace fact-finding process

Build a Stronger HR Foundation

Tell us about your organization’s HR priorities and challenges. Our team will help you identify the support package or project approach that best fits your needs.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 866-474-3575. You can also send us a quick email at staff@movingmountainshr.com.