PayrollOrg (formerly the American Payroll Association and GPMI)

PayrollOrg® (PAYO) is the leading global authority in payroll education, publications, and professional development. As the only organization delivering truly borderless payroll compliance and payroll management training, PAYO equips payroll professionals, strategic leaders, and organizations to meet the evolving demands of a global workforce. Established in 1982 as the American Payroll Association (APA), PAYO expanded its reach in 2015 with the launch of the Global Payroll Management Institute (GPMI). In 2023, APA and GPMI unified as PAYO, further strengthening the commitment to advancing the payroll industry.

Through a growing network of partnerships across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, PAYO provides both cross-border and in-country education designed to support real-world compliance, accuracy, and operational excellence. PAYO’s U.S. certifications (FPC and CPP) and global certificate programs set the industry standard, providing credentials that support both career growth and organizational success. For organizations and professionals seeking trusted, comprehensive, and globally relevant payroll education, PAYO remains the top choice.