Meet Matt Cook — Your Fractional HR Leader
Running a growing business is hard enough without also having to be an HR expert. That's where Matt Cook comes in.
As a Fractional Human Resources Leader, Matt brings senior-level HR expertise to your organization — without the cost of a full-time executive hire. Whether you're a small business that's never had a dedicated HR function, or a mid-sized company that's outgrown its current people processes, Matt steps in as a true partner to help you build something that actually works.
The philosophy at Lazarus LLC is simple: HR shouldn't just be about compliance and paperwork. It should be a strategic engine that drives your business forward. That means every HR initiative Matt designs is built with your broader business goals in mind — not just best practices for their own sake, but the right practices for your organization.
What Working with Lazarus Looks Like
Matt doesn't come in, hand you a binder, and leave. He creates and implements the complete cycle of HR processes — from the moment someone applies for a job with you, all the way through their growth within the organization. Here's what that covers:
Talent Acquisition — Finding the right people is everything. Matt helps you build a recruiting process that attracts strong candidates, reflects your culture, and sets the stage for long-term success — not just filling seats.
Performance Management — Your team deserves to know what's expected of them and how they're doing. Matt designs performance frameworks that are honest, motivating, and useful — the kind that actually help people grow instead of just checking a box once a year.
Onboarding & Offboarding — First impressions matter. So do last ones. Matt helps you build onboarding experiences that get new hires up to speed quickly and feeling like they belong from day one — and offboarding processes that protect your business and treat departing employees with dignity.
HRIS Systems Implementation — The right HR software can save your team hours every week. Matt evaluates your needs, recommends the right systems, and manages implementation so you're not stuck figuring it out on your own.
Compensation Analysis & Structure — Are you paying people fairly? Competitively? Matt conducts thorough compensation analysis and helps you build pay structures that attract top talent, reward performance, and hold up as your company grows.
Benefits Analysis & Development — A strong benefits package is one of the most powerful tools you have for recruiting and retaining great people. Matt helps you evaluate what you're offering, identify gaps, and develop a benefits strategy that works for both your team and your budget.
Building a Team That Can Carry It Forward
One of the things that sets Lazarus LLC apart is what happens after the frameworks are in place. Matt doesn't just hand things off and walk away — he recruits, develops, and mentors your internal HR team so they're equipped to sustain and grow everything that's been built. The goal is lasting capability, not dependency on a consultant.