Paycom Appoints Jeff York as Chief Sales Officer Effective January 23, 2026
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
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Source: Businesswire
- Leadership Change: Paycom announced that Jeff York will return as Chief Sales Officer effective January 23, 2026, replacing Amy Walker, who will transition to a consulting role, aiming to drive growth through leadership continuity.
- Sales Strategy Expertise: York brings over three decades of sales management experience, having served as CSO from 2007 to 2021, during which his sales team was recognized as one of the 50 Best Companies to Sell For in the U.S., showcasing his strategic prowess in sales.
- Commitment to Growth: Paycom's founder and CEO, Chad Richison, stated that York's return will continue to drive the company's growth in full solution automation for clients and ensure strong ROI for customers.
- Innovation in Technology: Paycom is renowned for its industry-first AI engine, IWantTM, which simplifies HR and payroll processes, and York's leadership is expected to further enhance the application of this innovative technology, improving client experience and operational efficiency.
Analyst Views on PAYC
Wall Street analysts forecast PAYC stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for PAYC is 201.82 USD with a low forecast of 165.00 USD and a high forecast of 245.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
14 Analyst Rating
3 Buy
11 Hold
0 Sell
Hold
Current: 152.570
Low
165.00
Averages
201.82
High
245.00
Current: 152.570
Low
165.00
Averages
201.82
High
245.00
About PAYC
Paycom Software, Inc. is a provider of a comprehensive, cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solution delivered as software-as-a-service (SaaS). The Company provides functionality and data analytics that businesses need to manage the complete employment lifecycle, from recruitment to retirement. Its solution requires virtually no customization and is based on a core system of record maintained in a single database for all HCM functions, including talent acquisition, time and labor management, payroll, talent management and human resources (HR) management applications. The Company's applications streamline client processes and provide clients and their employees with the ability to directly access and manage administrative processes, including applications that identify candidates, on-board employees, manage time and labor, administer payroll deductions and benefits, manage performance, terminate employees and administer post-termination health benefits, such as COBRA.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
