Testimonials

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For nearly a decade, we have trusted the expertise, diligence, and competency of Branden Nelson. From onboarding employees to ensuring legal compliance, 

Branden afforded us the peace of mind that is only found with the industry’s leading HR executives.  

We have been able to scale our operation, refine our talent pipeline and increase organizational efficiency; this would not have been possible without the trusted counsel of Branden Nelson, The HR Guy.

I have had the pleasure of working with Branden Nelson on different initiatives for over a decade.  When I first met Branden, I knew he would be successful in whatever endeavors he chose to pursue.  Branden is an effective organizer and planner with a history of exceeding expectations.  Branden has a keen ability to connect with people and develop trust at the outset, which is a critical aspect of any consultant, especially one working on human capital initiatives. 

Where Branden doesn’t have in-depth knowledge of a particular subject or new law, he will tirelessly research and reach out to his expansive network to ensure he is providing the most accurate strategic advice.  I never hesitated to give Branden a single task, even if it was outside his area of expertise. He enjoys being stretched and has never failed me in creating the most forward-thinking, best practice HR programs. 

I had the great pleasure of working with Branden Nelson during my tenure as a team leader in a marketing role. It was the first time in my career where I held a management position, and Branden was instrumental as a mentor as I navigated new professional territory. Branden helped guide me through the process of hiring, structuring a new department, leading a team and setting and maintaining professional boundaries to keep our team running smoothly. 

In my years of working with Branden I found him to be incredibly gifted with communication, especially with the more challenging situations that can arise in HR. Branden is someone who leads by example and his professionalism and kind demeanor make him very approachable.

 Branden can successfully handle a wide variety of situations with ease and I strongly believe that his proficiency in business combined with his interpersonal skills make him a valuable asset to any business he works with.

 By far, one of the most exceptional HR Professionals I have met is Branden Nelson. I had the good fortune to first meet and work with Branden in 2011. We worked together for seven years, during which time he grew from a Human Resources Generalists to the Director of Global Human Resources at the company, earning his MBA.

Readily apparent from first meeting Branden, I knew that he was a truly exceptional person. Over the years that we worked together, I witnessed that he has a special gift. The gift begins with a true compassion for employees and coworkers, which he rightfully earns their trust and unwavering loyalty. Branden combines this empathy with an extremely deep understanding of legal processes and corporate operational concerns that are necessarily a part of the human resources function. Finally, Branden has incredible common sense, enthusiasm and work ethic that fuels his combined talents.

Branden Nelson is the best combination of both worlds: empathy and compassion for employees, and legal and operational expertise for the company. This combination is difficult to find in a human resource professional. 

I enthusiastically provide Branden Nelson with my highest recommendation. You will be in great hands! 

 Working with BN The HR Guy is fantastic! BN The HR Guy immediately understood our culture, our goals and found ways to execute our vision to enhance a progressive set of benefits for our team; all while protecting the company from as much liability as possible. Their approach, organization and execution style makes projects that seem cumbersome easy and they are a joy to work with. I consider BN The HR Guy an extension of our team and we look forward to further engaging them at CrossPlans!