ABOUT WIDE PRAIRIE HR, LLC

Wide Prairie HR, LLC was founded in June 2016 by Russ Curry, SPHR, SHRM-SCP. Russ collaborates with a growing roster of subject matter experts to provide you with best-in-class people expertise, including bi-lingual workforce presentation and translation services.

Russ Curry is a sought-after highly creative, forward-thinking and results-oriented business leader with over 30 years of human resource experience in a wide range of multi-channel environments including manufacturing, ag, technology, retail, health care and transportation/logistics. His experience ranges from small technology start-ups to publicly traded Fortune 500 companies serving at the vice president/executive level driving people-focused organizational change in alignment with strategic objectives.

Russ’s approach has been described as welcoming, engaging, and culturally responsive at all levels. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards and distinction for his integrity, financial responsibility, enthusiasm, and customer service.

Russ is a dedicated human resource professional with SPHR, SHRM-SCP, and Diversity and Inclusion certifications. He has extensively promoted the continuing development of the human resources profession and provided leadership at key conferences and continuing education events. Russ has been a member of the Society for Human Resource Management since 2001 and served as President of the Iowa Senior Human Resources Association for 2012-2013.

Russ and his team also provide services in partnership with Des Moines Area Community College, Indian Hills Community College, Kirkwood Community College, North Iowa Area Community College, Northeast Iowa Community College and Southeastern Community College.

Wide Prairie HR, LLC was recognized by Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds as a minority-owned Iowa Targeted Small Business (TSB) success story in May 2019.

Russ and his team combine putting people first with business excellence.