Meet Jonathan Sinkiewicz, the Director of Business Development at Pando PEO (pandopeo.com).

Tell us a little about your business. – Pando is the premier PEO in Nebraska that provides local, personal service while implementing technology enhanced Human Resources, Payroll Services, Tax Compliance, Benefits and Workers Compensation. Ultimately our mission is to help business owners and employees reach their full potential.

How did you get started in the business? – Started in the PEO industry in 2019. It was more of consulting and account manager role around PEO Master Health Plans. In 2021 I made the leap to joining a PEO as a Sales Executive. Now, I run the sales and business development department at Pando, the only locally owned and operated PEO in the state of Nebraska.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? – Growing the Pando footprint and client base has been the most challenging and rewarding professional experience. We are building something special, and I’m forever grateful for the opportunity.

Tell us a little about your family. – I’m originally from a suburb, just south of Denver. I moved to Omaha in 2009 to attend Creighton University, and never left. I love this city! I’m the oldest of three boys. My parents and younger brothers still live in Colorado, so we get back two to three times a year. I grew up in a very competitive home. This inspired me to play football, basketball and baseball in high school. My drive and work ethic comes from my mom. She pushed me every day to be great on and off the field/court.

What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life? – It’s tough to pinpoint one experience, but I’d say the most important decision I’ve made is to get married and begin my role as a husband. My wife and are building a wonderful life together.

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? – Anytime I can Golf, sign me up! I also enjoy working out and taking trips to visit friends and family.

Who inspires you? – There’s probably a dozen people in my life who inspire me; however, my wife Francesca and my mother are at the top of the list. I’d regret not to mention Amy Knobbe and Taylor Stormberg, Pando’s co-founders. They inspire our team every day.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? – My high school basketball coach started every practice with this quote, and it’s stuck with me all these years. “Your attitude and how hard you work, are your only guarantees.”

If you could choose only one descriptive word to be remembered as, what would it be? – Genuine or Authentic.

What is your greatest talent that you don’t utilize in your daily work life? – I’m one hell of a dancer! You’ll find me in the middle of the dance floor at every wedding.

What is your favorite book or the last good book you read? – Green Lights by Matthew McConaughey. I’ve got a hard copy but McConaughey’s audio version is awesome!

What is your favorite local Omaha restaurant? – I’ve been on a huge Railcar and Timber Woodfire Bistro kick lately. But I have to throw The Drover at the top of my list.

If our readers would like to contact you, how should they do so? – jonathan.sinkiewicz@pandopeo.com.