ABOUT US
Your People - Our Passion
As a business owner, you are an expert in your field of business. You chose that industry because you have expertise in that field. However, you may not be an expert in maintaining the administrative responsibilities of employee management.
When you partner with PRO Resources, you gain expertise in Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Health Care Reform, Workers Compensation Management, Safety Compliance, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness, and more!
Our Team
At PRO Resources we are proud of our team and the services we offer. We are certain that with our excellent customer service, partnering with PRO Resources is a sound decision that will help lead your business to a successful future.
Pro Resources Management Group
Mike Brodsho
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Brodsho is a life-long resident of Minnesota. He studied accounting and computer science at Minnesota State University Moorhead. Mike has been self-employed and involved with various industries since 1986. In 1987 he founded an IT company with a focus on implementing hardware and accounting solutions in the West Central Minnesota Region. In 1990 he co-founded a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), PRO Resources.
With the support and commitment of his valued team of loyal staff and partners, Michael is the acting CEO of PRO Companies of Detroit Lakes, MN (PRO Systems, Inc., PRO Resources Corp., Professional Workforce, Inc., Professional Employer Corp.)
As CEO of PRO Companies, he has extensive experience with the various aspects of HR outsourcing and continues to be involved in all areas of the business including compliance, workers’ compensation, risk management, loss prevention, and claims management for all entities.
Michael realizes that every company, regardless of industry, is only as good and “safe” as their people. He directs PRO and their client companies with a strong belief that proper care of their human capital and those they serve is the best approach to continued success.
A lifetime entrepreneur, Michael has a number of other business services and real estate interests as well.
Matt Johnson
Chief Operating Officer
As Partner and C.O.O., Matt provides leadership in the areas of business operations and business development, and helps establish policies that promote company culture, vision, and direction. As a member of the executive leadership team, Matt provides oversight to the company and its top line managers and is tasked with establishing and carrying out companywide performance goals through cost controls and the implementation of growth plans.
Prior to joining PRO, Matt spent several years in Finance with a global investment bank. Matt holds an M.B.A. and Bachelor of Science degrees in Psychology and Political Science.
Matt takes pride in volunteering time to non-profit organizations that benefit local children. In his spare time, Matt enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and being active outdoors.
Scott Busker
Chief Business Development Officer
Scott brings over 20 years of Executive Leadership and Business Development to PRO Resources. He has a unique entrepreneurial skillset that has greatly enhanced growth and efficiencies for PRO Resources and the clients we serve.
Scott enjoys traveling with his family, often piloting his own airplane. In the fall, hunting for pheasants, deer, and elk are Scott’s passions.
Scott finds real life satisfaction with his philanthropic activities. He has been active in driving and supporting many community projects. Scott is especially proud of his accomplishments with helping the Boys and Girls Club Thrift Store of Detroit Lakes become a successful business that helps to sustain the Boys and Girls Club.
He is married with 3 children and resides in the Detroit Lakes area. Scott earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from North Dakota State University.
Paul Highness
Managing Partner, Fargo
Paul grew up in Hawely, Minnesota. He studied marketing and accountning at Minnesota State University Moorhead. With the advent of the Apple computer Paul switched gears and attended Moorhead Community College, which at the time, was the only institution that offered a Commercial Arts program focused on the new technology.
Soon after graduating Paul began to teach adult education classes which focused on the Apple Macintosh and the software applications. After teaching one of his classes to employees of Knight Printing (Fargo, ND) Paul was recruited to be their liason in helping their customers with the transition to the new platform and software applications.
Before becoming a Managing Partner with PRO Resources, Paul was the Executive Director of the Fargo Air Museum.
Paul is active with the Moorhead Business Association, The Executives Club 100, 1Million Cups and the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber.
Paul finds enjoyment spending time with his family, riding horses, hunting, and fishing.
Jodie Johnson
General Manager
Jodie brings over fifteen years of Human Resource and Management experience to PRO. After spending several years at an international staffing company, Jodie served as PRO’s Human Resources Manager before transitioning to General Manager. Jodie is responsible for the companywide implementation of goals and objectives and for directing and coordinating activities performed by the team. Jodie is a member of the Executive Management Team and participates in the formulation and administration of company policies and procedures, while providing insight as to the direction of the company. Jodie earned a Bachelor of Science from Minnesota State University – Moorhead, and obtained a Professional in Human Resources Certification (PHR).
In her spare time, Jodie enjoys a lifelong commitment to fitness, and loves spending time with her family.
Jodi Nielson
Finance Manager
Jodi joined the PRO Resources team in 1999, and serves as Finance Manager overseeing the accounting department. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from MSU – Moorhead, and has over 26 years of experience in the accounting and technology fields. Previously, Jodi served as Operations Manager for a local technology company and as a National Trainer/Technical Support with Microsoft Great Plains. Jodi is passionate about her work, and has found it very rewarding to have experienced the tremendous growth in business and technology over her many years with PRO Resources.
Dave Pavek
Controller
Prior to joining PRO Resources in June 2017, Dave worked in the construction industry for 12 years. Dave has experience in many different industries including; transportation, courier, banking, agriculture, waste management, staffing, education and construction. His diverse background allows him to relate to, and understand to the different industries and needs that make up the clients of PRO.
Dave graduated from MSU-Moorhead with a double major in Accounting and Finance. He then moved to Arizona where he obtained his CPA license. While in Arizona, Dave was in the Big Brother Big Sister of America program where he was nominated for “Big Brother of the Year.” He also volunteers with coaching and fundrasing at his children’s schools.
Ashley Drewes
HR Business Partner
Ashley joined PRO Resources in 2015 and has grown professionally with the company, instilling her passion for helping our clients and their employees in the Human Resources and Human Resources Information System (HRIS) areas. Prior to joining PRO, Ashley worked in the insurance, benefits and workers’ compensation industry, which greatly enhances her knowledge and understanding of many aspects of our company. Ashley graduated from the University of Minnesota with a double major in Management and Marketing. Ashley discovered her passion in Human Resources through courses for her Management degree. Furthering her knowledge in the Human Resources field, Ashley earned her (SHRM-CP)Society for Human Resources Management Certified Professional designation. She is active in local and national HR organizations and thoroughly enjoys furthering her professional knowledge within the Human Resources field. In her spare time, Ashley enjoys exercising, traveling, boating, paddle boarding, ice fishing and spending quality time with her family and friends.
Wendy Cole
Payroll Supervisor
Wendy’s career with PRO Resources has afforded her many advancement opportunities. In 1992 Wendy started with the company as an entry level office associate and eventually became the Office Manager. Today, as the Payroll Supervisor Wendy works with her team to continuously provide outstanding accuracy in our payroll processing, giving you one less thing to worry about as you focus on growing your business.
Not having much free time with five children and five grandchildren, Wendy enjoys swimming, jet skiing, boating, exercising, reading and traveling.
Ricky Beeson
IT Supervisor
Shortly after receiving his Bachelors degree from the University of Minnesota Ricky started his own IT Business in Minneapolis, MN helping business with networking and IT issues. As PRO Resources Systems Administrator Ricky keeps our IT platforms running smooth on the web and in the back office, while working with our clients on specialized needs in timekeeping, software integration, and other IT concerns they may have. Ricky is also a valuble asset as relates to technical research and development enabling the continuing innovation within our infrastructure.
Ricky lives in Detroit Lakes where he enjoys yard work, exercising, and spending time with his dogs.
Dustin Ulmer
Human Resource Manager
Dustin is an HR Professional with over 10 years of field experience. His passion is providing HR solutions to his clients by helping them build their HR infrastructure through compliance, employment law, technology and people. Dustin also enjoys consulting with early stage ventures (start-ups) and non-profit organizations. Prior to joining PRO Resources, Dustin held HR/Leadership positions with the Federal Government in global education, construction and development.
Dustin grew up in the Fargo-Moorhead area where he also completed his undergraduate degree. He then completed a graduate Business degree in Miami Florida. Dustin is active in HR organizations including the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) both on the national and local level and several other local business organizations. Dustin has also been a board member of a Trades Academy and a North Dakota Training Board.
Dustin enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, on the golf course, in the gym, and lake life. He is married with two young daughters. Dustin also enjoys mentoring up-and-coming HR professionals where he shares his knowledge and passion for HR.
How Can We Help You?
Contact us today to discuss HR and benefit solutions for your company.
What Is A PEO?
A professional employer organization (PEO) provides a service where an employer can outsource employee management tasks, such as employee benefits, payroll, workers' compensation, risk/safety management, training and development, thus becoming an employer of record for tax purposes and insurance purposes.
How Does A PEO Arrangement Work?
In the relationship among a PEO, a worksite employee, and a client company, there exists a co-employment relationship in which both the PEO and client company have a relationship with the worker. The PEO and client company contractually allocate and share traditional employer responsibilities and liabilities. The PEO assumes responsibility for the “business of employment” including risk management, human resources, employment law compliance, payroll, and employee taxes. The PEO also provides an employee benefits package to the worksite employee. The client company directs and controls worksite employees.
In A PEO Arrangement, Does The Business Owner Lose Control Of The Business?
No! The client retains ownership of the company and manages the day-to-day activities.
What Is The Difference Between Temporary Staffing Services And A PEO Arrangement?
A temporary staffing service provides workers to its business clients to meet temporary or longer-term staffing needs. A PEO provides employment services to help its business clients with its existing workers and future hires.
Why Would A Worker Want A PEO As An Employer?
Many PEO's provide exceptional employee benefits including health benefits, retirement savings plans, and workplace risk management. Job security is improved as the PEO’s economies of scale permit a business to lower employment costs. Job satisfaction and productivity increase when workers are provided with quality human resource services.
Why Would A Business Use A PEO?
All business owners want to focus their time and energy on the “business of their business” and not on the “business of employment.” Most business owners don’t have the necessary human resources training, payroll and accounting skills, knowledge of regulatory compliance, or background in risk management, insurance and employee benefit programs to meet all the demands of being a good employer. Even for the business that has a human resources department, the PEO provides valuable and complementary expertise and services.
Additionally, PEOs provide worksite employees with coverage under the entire spectrum of employment laws and regulations, including federal, state, and local discrimination laws, Title VII of the 1964 Rights Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, ADA, HIPPA, Equal Pay Act, and COBRA. In some cases, these laws would not apply to workers at small businesses with the PEO relationship, since many statutes have exemptions based upon the number of workers in a workforce. Once included in the
PEO’s workforce the workers are protected by these laws.
PEO’s workforce the workers are protected by these laws.
What Types Of Businesses Would Use A PEO?
Clients range from accounting firms and high-tech companies to trucking companies, manufacturers and government agencies.
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