Inc. Recognizes Connectify HR for Growth Fueled by Community and Connection
Connectify HR’s growth story is rooted in a simple but powerful idea, when organizations and people thrive, communities do too. That philosophy has helped the Des Moines based Professional Employer Organization (PEO) become one of the fastest growing private companies in the Midwest, earning the firm a spot at No. 7 on the 2026 Inc. Regionals, Midwest list.
The ranking places Connectify HR among an elite group of 144 companies driving economic momentum across 12 Midwestern states. The honorees achieved standout revenue growth amid persistent economic uncertainty, including inflationary pressure, workforce challenges and ongoing regulatory change.
For Connectify HR, that growth reflects more than financial performance, it signals the effectiveness of a purpose driven business model centered on local service, long term relationships and values based leadership.
“Being recognized as the No. 7 fastest growing company in the Inc. Regionals is incredibly meaningful, not just for the growth itself, but for what it represents,” said Melissa Ness, CEO of Connectify HR. “Every step forward allows us to invest more into our team, elevate the support we provide our clients, and expand our impact in the communities we serve.”
A Differentiated, Relationship Driven Model
Founded by industry leaders with decades of experience, Connectify HR delivers comprehensive HR solutions, including payroll, benefits, compliance, Workers’ comp and management and HR technology, while remaining intentionally local. Unlike national competitors that rely on call centers and standardized processes, Connectify HR emphasizes personalized service and direct access to experienced partners by forgoing 800 numbers and offering a four-business-hour turnaround time.
That local, relationship-first approach has resonated with growing organizations in and around Greater Des Moines (DSM), navigating increasingly complex employment environments. By combining Fortune 500-level benefits and best-in-class HR technology with personal guidance, Connectify HR helps clients reduce administrative burden while supporting stronger workplace cultures.
“We understand organizations want a partner who understands their goals, their people and their challenges,” said Ness. “Our clients value having a team they can call directly, who are accountable, responsive and invested in their success.”
Growth Driven by Values
Central to Connectify HR’s success is its commitment to its core values: Connection, Compassion, Competence and Community. These values shape how the company serves clients, supports employees and engages across the region and Iowa.
By investing in its people and systems, Connectify HR has been able to scale sustainably while maintaining service quality. The company’s focus on competence ensures continuous improvement, while its emphasis on compassion and connection fosters trust internally and externally.
The impact extends beyond individual businesses. Between 2022 and 2024, companies on the Inc. Regionals list collectively added thousands of jobs and contributed billions of dollars to the regional economy. Connectify HR’s growth reflects its role in supporting job creation, workforce stability and long term business resilience.
Community as a Growth Multiplier
Connectify HR’s community involvement is not an add on, it is a strategic pillar. The company actively engages with local organizations, nonprofits and business networks, reinforcing its belief that economic growth and community well being are deeply connected.
“As a locally owned and operated company, we believe we’re responsible for the communities we serve,” Ness said. “Our growth allows us to reinvest our time, resources and talent in ways that strengthen the community.”
Looking Ahead
As Connectify HR continues to look ahead, its focus remains consistent, delivering people centered HR solutions that empower small-to-medium-sized organizations to focus on their passion and grow their business.
Recognition from Inc. underscores Connectify’s momentum, but leadership sees it as validation of a broader mission, proving that values driven organizations can scale, adapt, and lead during uncertain times.
“Our growth story is ultimately about people, our team, our clients, and our community,” Ness said. “That’s what makes this recognition so meaningful.”
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