Jack Stratmeyer is Brookfield Chamber's Business Person of Month

The Brookfield Chamber’s Business Person of the Month honor recognizes an exceptional business member. The monthly recognition is given to a Chamber member who excels in the areas of business excellence, community engagement and entrepreneurial spirit. This business person is saluted by the Brookfield Chamber’s board of directors and featured on our website, Facebook page, LinkedIn group, and recognition at the Brookfield Chamber’s annual meeting, held annually in November.

Name: Jack Stratmeyer

Company/organization/address: Office Furniture Warehouse, 1272 Capitol Drive, Pewaukee, WI 53072

Website: www.ofwgo.com

Industry: Office Furniture

What was the smartest thing your company did in the past year?

We continued to expand awareness in the business community through participation in organizations, Brookfield Chamber and others, and networking with the business community.

How many years have you been in business?

Office Furniture Warehouse has been in business for 3+ years.

What advice can you give to struggling business owners?

Set up a strategic business plan and work to achieve your set goals – hard work and clear vision.

As someone doing business in the metro Milwaukee area, how does the Brookfield Chamber help you?

The Brookfield Chamber has helped build awareness for Office Furniture Warehouse in the Brookfield business community and surrounding area. The Chamber has offered exposure to many new start-up businesses as well as established members of the Chamber. We hosted a Business After 5 in 2017, and this resulted in a large number of Chamber members visiting our Pewaukee showroom and learning about our products and services.

Do you have any advice for new business owners?

Remember the phrase, “Those who say it can’t be done should not interrupt those doing it.” Stay strong and committed!

What would your colleagues be surprised to find out about you?

Not much! They already know me too well!

How long have you been a Brookfield Chamber member?

Office Furniture Warehouse has been a Brookfield Chamber member for 2+ years; we’re grateful for all of the networking connections and friends we’ve made.

Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce is the largest business organization in Brookfield, and the leading business organization representing the interests of business in Brookfield and the surrounding area. GBCC recognizes the value in creating collaborative partnerships with other chambers in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties. These partnerships expand the reach, influence, and visibility of the Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce and provide additional benefits to its membership.

For more information, please contact Carol White, President, Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce, at 262-786-1886 or carol@brookfieldchamber.com. www.brookfieldchamber.com