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Connectify HR

Regional PEO
West Des Moines, IA·Founded 2010·5-500 employees
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9
States Served
5
Services
3
Industries
5-500
Employees

About Connectify HR

Connectify HR is a West Des Moines, Iowa-based PEO providing co-employment services including payroll, employee benefits, HR administration, and compliance support to small and mid-sized businesses across the Midwest. The company focuses on delivering enterprise-level HR resources to growing businesses in markets traditionally underserved by large national PEOs.

Certification Status

Not IRS CPEO Certified

Connectify HR does not currently hold IRS CPEO certification. This does not necessarily indicate a problem — many reputable PEOs operate without it. We recommend verifying their financial stability, NAPEO membership, and state licensing directly.

Why businesses choose Connectify HR

✓Iowa only locally-owned and operated PEO, founded in 2021 and built specifically for Iowa businesses
✓5-star customer service rating with no 1-800 numbers - direct access to a local Iowa professional on every call
✓Founded and led by Melissa Ness, with a mission of providing enterprise-level HR to Iowa businesses
✓Access to HealthPartners UnityPoint Health plans - a strong Iowa-specific healthcare network for Connectify clients
✓Dedicated to competing for talent and growing Iowa businesses through affordable benefits and modern HR technology

Company Details

Headquarters
West Des Moines, IA
Founded
2010
Employees Served
5-500
CPEO Certified
No
Coverage
9 states
Company Type
Regional PEO

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Pros & Cons

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Pros
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Iowa Exclusive and Locally Owned
Connectify is the only locally-owned PEO in Iowa, meaning leadership, account teams, and decision-making are all based in the state. Iowa businesses benefit from a partner that understands the local labor market, state compliance requirements, and community values in a way that national call centers cannot replicate.
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Exclusive HealthPartners UnityPoint Health Network Access
Connectify secured an exclusive partnership with HealthPartners UnityPoint Health, one of Iowa most recognized healthcare networks. Iowa-based employees gain access to a strong, local health plan that many small businesses could not access on their own.
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5-Star Local Service with No Call Center
Connectify operates with a direct-access model: no 1-800 numbers, no call center queues, and no generic support tickets. Every client has direct access to a local Iowa professional who knows their business - a service standard the firm has maintained a 5-star rating for.
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Cons
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Very New Provider - Limited Track Record
Founded in 2021, Connectify HR has a very short operating history compared to most PEOs in this directory. Businesses that prioritize a long track record of financial stability and operational consistency may want to consider more established providers alongside Connectify.
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Iowa-First Focus
Connectify is built for Iowa businesses and delivers its strongest value to companies headquartered in the state. Businesses with employees spread across multiple states or planning multi-region expansion may find national providers with broader infrastructure a more suitable long-term partner.
PEO Authority Editorial Note

Connectify HR was founded in 2021 in West Des Moines, Iowa, with a mission to make having employees easier for Iowa small and mid-sized businesses. Led by President and CEO Melissa Ness, the company describes itself as Iowa only locally-owned PEO. Despite being a newer entrant to the market, Connectify has established a 5-star customer service reputation and secured an exclusive partnership with HealthPartners UnityPoint Health, giving Iowa clients access to one of the most recognized healthcare networks in the state.

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