DOXA Talent opens Buffalo franchise to serve Western New York

DOXA Talent has launched a Buffalo franchise led by Ed Castine to help Western New York companies build offshore and nearshore teams. The expansion brings local businesses a model that promises lower labor costs, full-time staff and outsourced HR support.

Why it matters: - Western New York companies can now access a local DOXA Talent franchise for building offshore and nearshore teams. - The franchise is designed to help businesses add capacity without taking on the full burden of employment administration. - DOXA Talent is positioning the Buffalo office as a way for regional firms to compete for the same global talent larger rivals already use.

What happened: - DOXA Talent launched a franchise in Buffalo, New York, led by Franchise Owner Ed Castine. - The franchise will serve companies across Western New York. - Castine will help local businesses build full-time global teams that DOXA recruits, employs and supports. - The announcement was dated Nov. 5, 2026.

The details: - Castine brings more than 25 years of experience helping companies transform with software at Accenture, IBM and PTC. - Over the last 10 years, Castine has worked with clients on machine learning, augmented reality and AI. - Castine has advised Fortune 500 companies and mid-market firms. - DOXA Talent says its employment model directly employs VIPs with competitive wages, benefits and company-issued hardware. - DOXA Talent also stays involved after the hire, while clients add full-time talent and DOXA carries employment responsibilities. - The company says Western New York businesses can get up to 70 percent savings on labor costs. - DOXA Talent says the teams work U.S. hours inside the client’s own team. - DOXA also handles HR, payroll, equipment and ongoing support. - The company describes its VIPs as full-time employees building their careers. - DOXA Talent says it provides full-time staffing supported by training, enterprise-level security and long-term operational support. - DOXA says its VIPs are equipped to work in modern, AI-supported environments. - Learn more about DOXA Talent Buffalo at DOXA Talent Buffalo. - Explore franchise opportunities at DOXA franchising. - DOXA Talent also shared social links for LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok.

Between the lines: - Castine’s background suggests DOXA wants a franchise leader with both enterprise technology experience and local credibility. - His work abroad and involvement with Buffalo institutions may help the franchise build trust with regional employers. - The model shifts staffing from one-off placement toward ongoing, employer-managed teams.

What's next: - Castine will focus on identifying where added capacity can create the fastest value for Western New York clients. - DOXA Talent will use the Buffalo franchise to expand awareness of its offshore and nearshore staffing model in the region. - The company appears to be betting that labor savings and reduced administrative overhead will drive demand for the new office.