Paychex Named one of Inc.’s 2026 Power Partners

• Paychex recognized as an essential B2B partner that businesses can depend on to help them succeed
• Recognition reflects customer-validated excellence across Paychex Flex®, Paycor®, and SurePayroll, demonstrating Paychex's commitment to helping organizations grow, scale, and thrive

Rochester, N.Y. (October 26, 2026) – Paychex (Nasdaq: PAYX), a leading provider of expert-enabled HR, payroll, and benefits, today announced it has been named to the 2026 Inc. Power Partners list. The annual list, produced by Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for entrepreneurs and the business leaders shaping the future, honors B2B organizations that have a proven track record of supporting entrepreneurs and helping companies grow.

“Business owners have no shortage of tools at their disposal, and B2B companies need to make clear why their products and services are worth the investment,” says Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc. “The companies on this year’s Power Partners list have done just that. They don’t just have customers – they have superfans and evangelists. Across industries like marketing, financial services, and technology, they’ve proved their dedication to helping fellow business owners grow and succeed.”

To build a successful business, leaders need experts, tools, and services they can trust. Inc.’s Power Partner Awards present the definitive list of B2B partners in the U.S. and around the globe that small businesses and entrepreneurs can rely on. These companies have established robust reputations in their industries for the positive impact they have had on their clients' businesses.

“It’s an honor to be named one of Inc.’s 2026 Power Partners. What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that it reflects feedback from customers across our Paychex Flex, Paycor, and SurePayroll HCM platforms, who view Paychex as a trusted partner in helping their organizations grow and succeed,” said John Gibson, Paychex president and CEO. “By combining innovative technology, AI-powered insights, and dedicated human expertise, we help businesses navigate workforce challenges with confidence every day. This recognition reinforces our commitment to delivering the solutions and support our customers need to thrive.”

Helping Businesses Grow, Scale, and Thrive
Every company on the Inc. Power Partner award list received recognition from clients for being instrumental in helping organizational leadership navigate the dynamic world of running a business. These B2B partners support entrepreneurs across various facets of the business, allowing founders to focus on their core missions.

For more than 50 years, Paychex has been on a mission to help businesses succeed. Recent innovations like WISE (Workforce Intelligence Strengthened by Expertise), the company’s AI-powered intelligence engine, expand on this mission by transforming workforce data into actionable insights that help employers save time, improve productivity, and focus on growing their business.

A Proven Track Record of Recognition
Earlier this year, Paychex ranked on TIME’s America’s Top WorkTech Companies list, WISE was named a Top HR Product of the Year by HR Executive, and for the 18th time Paychex was recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere.

To learn more about Paychex’s awards and honors, visit the awards page.

About Paychex
Paychex, Inc. (Nasdaq: PAYX) provides a comprehensive suite of expert-enabled technology and advisory solutions that help businesses manage HR, payroll, and benefits. Serving approximately 840,000 clients and paying 1 in 11 U.S. private sector workers, Paychex combines scale, trusted expertise, and innovation to help businesses succeed. Built on more than 50 years of workforce experience and one of the industry’s largest proprietary HR datasets, Paychex’s WISE agentic AI engine embeds intelligence directly into workflows to improve productivity, enhance decision-making, and deliver better outcomes. Learn more at paychex.com.