Sue Riener is Brookfield Chamber's Business Person of the Month

The Brookfield Chamber’s Business Person of the Month recognizes an exceptional business member. The monthly recognition is given to a Chamber member that 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: Sue Riener

Company/organization/address: Tri City National Bank, 10909 W Greenfield Avenue, West Allis, WI 53214

Website: www.tcnb.com

Industry: Mortgage Lending / Banking

• What was the smartest thing your division did in the past year? We expanded our mortgage products, so we have more options for our customers.
• How many years have you been in business? Tri City National Bank will be celebrating their 55th Anniversary in October of this year. I have been with Tri City National Bank for 30 years.
• What advice can you give to struggling business owners? Get involved with a Chamber of Commerce or other networking group. You need to get your message out to others and help them with their businesses, and they in turn will help you.
• As someone doing business in the metro Milwaukee area, how does the Brookfield Chamber help you? The Brookfield Chamber has helped me develop strong relationships with business professionals. People want to do business with people they know and trust.
• Do you have any advice for new business owners? Get involved in networking groups like the Chamber and in the community. You want to meet as many people as you can and share the word about your business.
• What would your colleagues be surprised to find out about you? My husband, Greg, and I were born in the same hospital in St. Paul, MN but did not meet until 20 years later at Marquette University.
• How long have you been a Brookfield Chamber member? I have been a member of the Brookfield Chamber of Commerce for over 15 years and have been an Ambassador for the Chamber for many of those years.

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