Greater Des Moines Partnership 2023 Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award

Iowa's only local PEO receives the Excellence in Entrepreneurship award for contributing to the economic vitality of Des Moines. 

GREATER DES MOINES, IA (September 2023) — Iowa's only locally owned and operated PEO, Connectify HR, has received the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s 2023 Jon Kallen Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award for their contribution to the economic vitality of greater Des Moines. The Partnership announced the winners Tuesday evening at ceremony at Hotel Fort Des Moines. 

Connectify is responsible for creating 17 new jobs, generating more than $2.3 million in local payroll impact, 170 volunteer hours to local nonprofit organizations, and helping over 55 businesses earn $110 million in annual wages through Connectify HR’s PEO services. 

“We are humbled to receive this year’s Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award and contribute to the growth of Central Iowa,” shares Melissa Ness, Connectify President & CEO. “Connectify actively serves and invests in our community–it’s the heart of everything we do–because we know that when businesses and employees thrive, communities thrive. This award not only serves as recognition for the dedication of the Connectify team, but also encouragement that together, we truly are making a difference in the lives of Iowans.” 

Connectify is honored to be recognized amongst this year’s distinguished award winners.

About Connectify HR —

Confidently navigate the complex world of HR with a trusted partner by your side. Connectify is a PEO (professional employer organization) that provides all-in-one human resources management services. Our local West Des Moines team of HR specialists has over 120 years of combined experience and are proud to serve Iowa business and organizations. Connect with us today!