Our Dedicated HR Excellence Consulting Team in Des Moines, IA

A Team Behind Your Business

At HR Excellence Consulting, we provide practical HR support to businesses nationwide. With decades of combined experience working with small businesses of 75 employees or fewer, our team understands the unique challenges that come with operating with lean teams, limited resources and growing responsibilities.

We’ve worn multiple hats throughout our careers, so we understand what small business life really looks like. Our experience extends beyond HR into operations, customer service, marketing, finance and more. That firsthand perspective helps us adapt quickly, think creatively and develop solutions that make sense for the way your business actually operates.

We value strong relationships, clear communication and getting the job done right without unnecessary complexity.

If you’re looking for an HR partner who understands both the people side and the realities of running a small business, you’ll find that here.

Melissa McCoy

Founder and HR Advisor

Melissa brings more than 25 years of human resources expertise across diverse industries, including healthcare, local government, hospitality, property management, and non-profits. She specializes in small businesses, having worked at organizations of 100 employees or fewer for most of her career. She holds a master’s degree in management and a Human Resources Management certification. 

At HR Excellence, Melissa is passionate about helping businesses simplify their HR processes without the expense of a full-time department. She understands the challenges of managing people, navigating complex regulations, and staying compliant with ever-changing labor laws. Her objective is to alleviate HR-related burdens, enabling you to concentrate on the core priorities of managing and expanding your business.

Melissa is happily married and the proud mother of two nearly grown children. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family & nature, solving puzzles, and decorating cakes.

Shayna Bruce

HR Consultant

Shayna brings over 15 years of human resources experience, including eight years in HR management. Her background spans healthcare, manufacturing, restaurants, and farm equipment sales, giving her a broad perspective on workplace challenges and solutions.

As a well-rounded HR Business Partner, Shayna specializes in employee relations, talent development, talent acquisition and onboarding, training, and workforce planning. She is a strong advocate for a “safety first” approach, having led safety teams and conducted workplace investigations throughout her career. Known for her collaborative style and practical problem-solving, Shayna partners with leaders to build strong, compliant, and people-focused workplaces.

When she isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family and two dogs.

Samantha Mosqueda

Payroll & HR Consultant

Samantha brings over 10 years of payroll and accounting expertise, along with 2 years of hands-on experience in human resources and staff management.

Always ready to help, Samantha jumps in with enthusiasm, screening candidates, tackling payroll questions, and offering a listening ear when it’s needed most. Her blend of technical know-how and people-first approach ensures that those she works with feel supported, valued, and heard.

Samantha and her husband share a full and happy life with their blended family of two adult children and three stepchildren. She enjoys quality time with her family, relaxing on camping trips, and getting lost in a good book.