About Us

Cruz HR Consulting is a Modesto-based human resources consulting firm dedicated to helping local business owners simplify HR, protect their companies, and support their employees. Founded on the belief that strong HR practices are essential to long-term business success, we partner with small to mid-sized companies throughout Stanislaus County and neighboring areas.

With over 15 years of professional HR experience, our team brings a wealth of knowledge in California labor law, employee relations, recruitment, compliance, and organizational development. We’re passionate about helping businesses grow through ethical, personalized, and proactive HR strategies.

To empower local businesses in Modesto and surrounding communities with HR solutions that are practical, compliant, and people-focused—so you can spend more time growing your business and less time managing HR headaches.

A thriving Central Valley business community where every employer has access to the tools, support, and insight they need to create positive, compliant, and inclusive workplaces.

Leslie Cruz, founder and lead consultant of Cruz HR Consulting, is a seasoned HR professional with deep roots in Modesto and years of experience supporting companies across industries including construction, healthcare, education, retail, nonprofit, and more.

What sets her apart? A genuine passion for serving small business owners and giving them peace of mind around people management.

Why Us

We take the guesswork out of HR and help you implement policies that are both protective and practical.

At Cruz HR Consulting, we believe in building stronger communities. We actively support local nonprofits, schools, and workforce development programs. From sponsoring job fairs to volunteering HR expertise to youth organizations, we believe good business starts with giving.