Helios Global Payments Solutions Inc., an AI-powered platform for human capital management (HCM) and payments, has acquired ConnectaVerse, a marketplace technology company focused on international expansion and local compliance across 60 countries. Finalized on August 15, 2025, this acquisition integrates ConnectaVerse's network of over 20,000 vetted local experts into Helios, enabling seamless entity setup, governance, hiring, and compliance for global teams. As part of the deal, ConnectaVerse Founder and CEO Isidro Helder joins Helios as Chief Revenue Officer, bringing 20+ years of expertise in global expansion and payroll.
Helios addresses the complexities of international growth, where businesses face fragmented vendors, high costs, and regulatory hurdles. By acquiring ConnectaVerse, Helios creates an end-to-end solution for launching and scaling teams, from entity setup to ongoing compliance. Features include jurisdiction-specific tools, automated payroll, document workflows, and corporate secretarial support, allowing companies to operate compliantly without intermediaries.
The integration empowers users to incorporate entities rapidly and activate localized infrastructure, fostering transparency and efficiency. This aligns with Helios' SOC2 Type II and ISO 27001 certifications, ensuring secure, compliant operations across 125+ countries.
Isidro Helder's appointment as CRO brings legal and operational acumen to drive commercial growth. His people-first approach complements Helios' AI-driven platform, which streamlines hiring, management, and payments for distributed teams.
"Adding ConnectaVerse to the Helios platform aligns with our vision to make global expansion seamless and scalable," said Rick Hammell, Founder and CEO of Helios. "This acquisition accelerates our ability to help companies operate across borders without complexity. Customers will have everything they need to launch, manage and grow their global operations in one centralized platform."
"We built ConnectaVerse to remove the barriers companies face when going global," said Isidro Helder, Chief Revenue Officer of Helios and Former CEO of ConnectaVerse. "Joining Helios is a significant step toward our mission of making global expansion accessible, simple, and cost-effective. It allows us to scale our vision on a global level, combining our international partner network and deep local expertise with Helios' cutting-edge technology."
This acquisition positions Helios as a comprehensive provider for global workforce management, reducing reliance on costly consultants and enabling faster, more confident market entry. By Q1 2026, users will access ConnectaVerse's network directly within Helios, further simplifying operations for enterprises expanding internationally.
Helios, a leading innovator in workforce management technology for global teams, provides a cutting-edge technology platform that enhances productivity, offers data-driven insights for strategic decisions, and revolutionizes industries to drive global expansion and economic growth. By empowering organizations to reach new markets, maximizing growth potential and contributing positively to the global economy, Helios envisions a world where global expansion is achievable for every organization. The SOC2 Type 1, SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certified platform offers essential tools, expert guidance, and AI-driven support to streamline hiring, management, and payment processes, enabling seamless collaboration and unlocking new opportunities for teams worldwide. Helios' enterprise-grade tech platform supports various business operations, from hiring contractors to managing global payroll, transcending geographical boundaries and ensuring compliance with local regulations for diverse workforce. For more information, please visit www.helios.io or follow Helios on LinkedIn.
ConnectaVerse is a global expansion platform that simplifies international growth for businesses of all sizes. The platform connects companies to a vetted network of over 20,000 local experts across legal, payroll, HR, tax and accounting services, enabling seamless entity setup, and ongoing compliance management in 60+ countries. Designed to reduce costs and accelerate market entry, ConnectaVerse has helped hundreds of companies expand internationally with confidence and operational excellence. As part of its dedication to making global expansion sustainable, ConnectaVerse plants a tree for every client engagement, aiming to cultivate a forest by 2030. Visit www.theconnectaverse.com for more information.
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