# Scaling a Global People-First Business with Bob Funk Jr.

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Podcast: [Entrepreneurs on Fire](https://stenobird.com/podcast/entrepreneurs-on-fire-389136)
Published: 2026-09-11T08:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Bob Funk Jr. serves as president of Express Employment International, promoted to the role in March 2025 after decades with the company. He began his career with Express Employment Professionals at the franchise level in 1996 and joined Express International in 2013. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Sustainable growth comes from a people-first culture built on integrity, teamwork, and consistency. 2. Companies that prioritize employee experience and transparency attract and retain top talent. 3. Build resilience by diversifying clients, automating processes, and focusing on relationships and growth. Check out Bob's website to learn more about staffing and workforce consulting services - Express Employment Professionals Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com . Fitnexa - If better sleep is a priority for you, Fitnexa helps you create the environment and routine to make it happen. Visit Fitnexa.com and use code EOFIRE10 to save 10 dollars on SomniPods 3 today. Waldo - Put idle cash to work through a high-yield treasury account. Visit Waldo.ai and start putting your cash to work like big companies do. Use code EOFire when you sign up and receive a 1 percent deposit match, up to 1,000 dollars. See full terms and conditions at Waldo.ai .

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