We Balance Your Books

So You Can Balance Your Business

More than just balance, DAMA is your

all-in-one fractional financial management partner.

Your business is only as strong as the numbers behind it.

We don’t just record your numbers, we translate them into smart decisions.

At DAMA Design & Build, we help business owners take control of their finances with expert bookkeeping, affordable payroll support, strategic financial planning, retirement planning and tax-saving strategies. DAMA brings the expertise of a full back-office team at a fraction of the cost.

Whether you’re just getting started or scaling up, our solutions grow with you.

Payroll Made Simple

With Built-In Support You Can Trust

Ditch the stress of DIY payroll.

With DAMA’s all-in-one payroll solution, you’re not just signing up for software, you’re

gaining a fractional partner who manages the entire payroll process for you,

from onboarding to reporting.

As a proud partner with ADP, DAMA clients receive an exclusive 59.9% discount plus access to any additional monthly promotions ADP offers. Why? Because DAMA’s

mission is simple: help business owners save money at every stage of growth

while avoiding unnecessary overhead costs.

This isn’t just a partnership, it’s a philosophy. At DAMA, we believe every business deserves the same level of protection and support trusted by industry leaders.

You get the best of both worlds: cutting-edge payroll technology backed by expert, hands-on support to keep your business compliant, organized, and stress-free.

HR & COMPLIANCE

From employee handbooks to required harrassment trainings, our vetted HR partners keep you compliant and protected so you can focus on running your business.

At DAMA, we go beyond just pointing you in the right decision. We provide customized tools and guidance to help you create clear policies, streamline onboarding, and maintain compliance with state and federal requirements. Whether its labor law updates, workplace saftey guidelines, or employee documentation, we’ve already done the vetting for you so you don’t waste time in the maze of HR regulations.

With DAMA, you gain more than a service. You gain a fractioinal partner who ensures your business is structured, protected, and ready to scale with confidence.

WORKSAFE BY DAMA

Worker’s Compensation

DAMA has partnered with ADP’s Worker’s Compensation team to make coverage simple, streamlined, and fully integrated into one system. Instead of juggling multiple vendors or worrying about compliance updates, everything is managed through ADP’s platform: giving you real-time payroll and worker’s comp synchronization.

Best of all, ADP’s dedicated Worker’s Comp team handles the heavy lifting for you. They take care of updating all necessary platforms, including the CSLB and other state agencies, so your business remains compliant without the back-and-forth.

With DAMA + ADP, you get more than insurance. You get a seamless solution designed to save time, reduce stress, and keep your business protected.

The Collective Shield

Commercial insurance doesn’t need to be complicated. With DAMA’s Business Collective, you gain access to prevetted experts who understand the unique risks business owners face. We cut through the clutter, eliminate the back-and-forth, an dconnect you to partners who provide cost-effective, compliant coverage without the overwhelm.

With DAMA, insurance becomes less about stress and more about strategy, giving you peace of mind while you focus on growth.

The Collective Future

Through DAMA’s trusted partners, explore retirement and benefits plans that not only meet state mandates but also protect your employees and empower your business without overspending.

At DAMA, we know retirement planning and employee benefits can feel overwhelming, which is why we’ve built relationships with experts who share our mission of putting business owners first. In partnership with TransAmerica and World Financial Group, I work directly alongside my father and business partner. Someone I’ve personally vetted and seen bring lasting value to my clients’ lives. Together, we help business owners and their teams design retirement strategies and benefit packages that balance compliance, affordability, and long-term security.

This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether you’re navigating California’s retirement mandate, comparing 401(k) options, or exploring life and disability coverage for your team, DAMA ensures you’re making informed decisions backed by expert guidance and family-trusted service.

With DAMA, you don’t just check a compliance box, you give yourself and your employees the peace of mind that comes from planning wisely for the future.

FAQs

Q: How are your services priced?

A: We offer customized pricing based on the scope and needs of your business. After an initial consultation to understand which services you require, we provide a transparent quote or package price. This ensures you only pay for what you need, with no hidden fees and a clear breakdown of costs.

Q: Can I customize the services I need for my business?

A: Absolutely. Our solutions are flexible and tailored to each client. You can choose any combination of services, business management, bookkeeping, payroll, HR, or branding, and we’ll create a package that fits your specific needs. This personalized approach means you get the most relevant support for your business without paying for unnecessary services.

Q: What does your Business Management service include?

A: Our Business Management service is designed to help streamline your operations and improve overall management efficiency. We assist with strategic planning, project and workflow management, process improvement, and general oversight of business activities. In short, we act as a partner in managing the day-to-day business tasks so you can focus on your core products and services.

Q: What is covered under your Bookkeeping services?

A: Our Bookkeeping services handle all your routine financial record-keeping. This includes recording transactions, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank statements, and preparing financial reports (such as balance sheets and income statements). We ensure your books are accurate and up-to-date, giving you a clear financial picture and peace of mind that everything is organized for tax time.

Q: Do your Payroll services handle tax and compliance?

A: Yes, our Payroll services manage the entire payroll process and ensure full compliance with all regulations. We calculate employee wages, handle deductions and withholdings, and process paychecks or direct deposits on schedule. All payroll tax filings and year-end forms (like W-2s and 1099s) are prepared for you. We stay up-to-date with the latest tax laws and labor regulations, so your payroll is accurate and legally compliant every pay period.

Q: What HR Support can you provide for my company?

A: We offer comprehensive HR support to function like an external HR department for your business. This includes onboarding and offboarding assistance, maintaining employee records, policy development, and guidance on HR best practices. We also help ensure you remain compliant with employment laws (such as labor standards, workplace regulations, and benefits requirements). Our HR services let you manage your team effectively while minimizing legal risks in the ever-changing HR landscape.

Q: What do your Branding solutions entail?

A: Our Branding solutions are all about building and enhancing your company’s identity. We can develop or refine your brand strategy, including logo design, visual style guides, and key messaging that reflects your business’s values and appeals to your target audience. We also create branded materials, for example, business cards, brochures, or social media graphics to ensure consistent representation across all platforms. Every branding project is customized to capture what makes your business unique and to help you stand out in the market.

Q: How will outsourcing these functions to DAMA Design & Build improve my business’s efficiency?

A: Outsourcing to us allows you to offload time-consuming administrative tasks to a team of specialists, which frees up your time to focus on core business activities. Our experts use streamlined processes and the latest tools to perform bookkeeping, payroll, HR, and other functions more quickly and accurately than might be possible in-house. This not only reduces the risk of errors and compliance issues, but also improves productivity, you’ll have timely financial reports, error-free payroll runs, and well-managed HR tasks. Overall, partnering with us helps your business run smoother and more efficiently, contributing to cost savings and better decision-making.

Q: How do you ensure the confidentially and securty of my business data?

A: We take data security and confidentiality very seriously. Our systems are secured with modern encryption and protection protocols to safeguard your financial records and employee information. All team members handling your data are trained in privacy best practices and sign confidentiality agreements. You can trust that sensitive information will be handled with the utmost care, and we are always willing to discuss any additional security measures you may need for peace of mind.

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