trueU

trueU is a full-service HR services and strategy firm helping small and mid-sized companies build the HR infrastructure, leadership capability, and company culture needed to grow, without losing the human element.

Founded by Mike Lantz, a 30-year veteran of HR services, strategy, and leadership development who has partnered with organizations across 31 industries, trueU works side-by-side with executives and HR leaders to design and implement people systems that actually stick. Our approach combines outsourced HR operations, custom talent strategy, leadership development, and culture-building into one integrated solution — because disconnected services don't produce lasting results.

What sets us apart is our belief that great culture isn't taught, it's built through consistent leadership, the right systems, and a community of people committed to doing it well. That's why every trueU engagement includes ongoing access to our thriving Culture Community, regular thought leadership sessions, and a practical library of tools and resources your team can put to work immediately.

We specialize in helping growing companies make the shift from reactive, founder-led HR to scalable, professional people operations — reducing turnover, closing leadership gaps, and turning culture into a competitive advantage.

If you're ready to stop losing your best people to companies with stronger cultures, trueU is built for you.

Services: HR Operations | Talent Strategy (TalentDNA) | Culture Community | Leadership Academy

Headquarters: Indianapolis, Indiana | Serving clients nationally