About Us
Our History
Founded in 1975 by Henry T. Starr, ECCA began as a service bureau that specialized in computer sales, contract programming, and data processing supplies for Erie businesses.
1983
In December, ECCA opened one of Erie's first dedicated computer stores. The store sold a variety of equipment, such as cables, data cartridges, and other office supplies. The store remained open for a few years before the company closed it to focus more on B2B software.
1985
Lakeland Mutual Insurance Company contracted ECCA to develop a policy billing program. A few years later, the application was expanded to include policy printing and insurance reporting. This was the beginnings of what ultimately became Mutual Expert.
1993
For most of their early years, ECCA operated at 3507 Poplar Street in Erie. As the company grew, so too did their office needs. After a search, ECCA moved into the business plaza at 1600 Peninsula Drive, where they continue to be headquartered today.
2018
ECCA Payroll+ rebranded with a new logo and tagline - A Complete HR Stack. This new brand reflected the continued evolution of the brand and better represented the complete suite of HR solutions that they provide.
2020
Primarius signed their first Canadian food bank, Feed Nova Scotia. Since then, nearly a dozen other Canadian food banks have turned to Primarius to manage their warehouse and to help them in their mission.
2025
To mark their 50th year in business, ECCA celebrated their Golden Anniversary with several event throughout the year, including their Fifty Fridays initiative and a block party on October 1st, ECCA's official birthdate when the articles of incorporation were assigned.
