Benjamin Strake

Number of Years as a Business Advisor: 10 years
Current Brokerage Name: Premier Business Brokers
Current Brokerage Website: www.premierbb.com
Association Position Title: past Marketing Chair

Brief Career History
Ben has a passion for helping business owners simplify the process of selling their most valuable asset – which is why he launched Premier Business Brokers in 2014.

Ben’s business career began in the hospitality industry (although his degree is in Non-Profit Administration). He currently owns several award-winning restaurant concepts that are highlighted in many national publications. One of his current partnerships includes the St. Louis Blues. Ben also owns a construction business whose current clients include- Amazon, Tyson Foods, Fed Ex, USPS, etc.

In 2012, Ben shifted his focus into business transactions for a large Midwestern firm, where he quickly learned that outdated processes could be improved. That awareness led to the creation of Premier Business Brokers. He founded the company on the belief that a positive organizational culture based on mutual respect would attract the top people, who could then provide the best experience and results for all involved. Today Premier has a staff of 30 professionals serving clients in over 40 states.

Brief description of why your skills, knowledge, and experiences add value to the position you hold. What special value can you bring to your current position?
I manage/own various companies, so I deal with the same challenges and concerns as my clients. This allows me to keep their interest at the forefront of this process.

What are your professional credentials?
BA- Non Profit Administration, my firm holds the following credentials- Multiple CPA’s, CEPA, Commercial RE Brokers, CVA, Attorneys etc..

What are your strongest skills?
Relationship building and work ethic.