A People & Safety Partner, not a platform.
GHARD should feel like a trusted partner with a modern operating system behind it — not a software company with occasional access to a consultant.
GHARD partners with businesses of all sizes to build compliant, defensible, people-focused HR and safety foundations that reduce risk and support long-term success.
We tailor every engagement to what the client truly needs — a one-time project, ongoing support, or a strategic partnership. We focus on proactive structure that helps protect organizations from costly disputes, so employers can demonstrate compliance, consistency, and fairness.
Ernie Basulto
Founder · People & Safety Partner
Ernie leads GHARD’s HR and safety work — hands-on, practical, and focused on protecting your business and your people.
Chantel Loo
Recruiting Lead
Chantel leads GHARD’s recruiting — consultative, transparent hiring built around quality, not volume.
Protected
Risk is noticed and responsibly managed — before it becomes a problem.
Guided
You always understand what happens next. No jargon, no guessing.
Self-sufficient
Systems and education that make your internal team stronger over time.
Bilingual
English and Spanish, equally, across our work and communications.
What GHARD is not
- –A law firm or a substitute for legal counsel
- –A PEO, payroll provider, or generic HR software platform
- –A staffing agency, temp service, or high-volume resume vendor
- –A service for individuals pursuing personal claims against an employer
GHARD partners with employers.
We work with business owners, leaders, internal HR professionals, and authorized company representatives. If you’re an individual seeking advice about a personal claim against an employer, we’re respectfully not the right fit.