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Workplace Resource,
LLC is not just another office furniture company, but one of the
region’s leading designers of professional work environments for
many of our local corporations, healthcare facilities, universities,
and government offices.
Formerly a Herman Miller office furniture dealership, the company
was recently purchased by Ben Hynds, CEO, and Clark Hotaling, president,
who have been managing the business for the last two years. The
company remains the St. Louis region’s only full service Herman
Miller certified network member.
“We’re in a relationship business,” Hynds says, “and our goal is
to have a positive impact on the lives of the people we meet—our
customers, vendors, working partners, and all of their employees.”
In order to create a work environment that suits a client’s needs
and facilitates their daily operations, all 22 Workplace associates
have a responsibility to really understand their client’s company
culture, as well as the personalities and work styles of their employees.
“The name ‘Workplace Resource’ truly defines who we are and what
we do,” Hotaling says. “We bring research, expertise and service
to the table. In addition, we’re making a positive contribution
to the architectural and design community, and we’re building two-way
relationships with builders and developers as well.”
“Everyone knows that moving is one of the most stressful events
in life,” Hynds says. “It’s not enough for us to just design a workspace.
It’s our responsibility to facilitate the installation as well.
We make the whole process seamless, with no headaches, leaving our
clients with a memorably positive experience.”
Workplace Resource has already had a positive impact on the regional
economy. Marketing materials and other supplies that were previously
obtained through Herman Miller’s headquarters in Michigan are now
purchased locally, according to Hotaling.
The company is in the midst of a showroom upgrade that will pump
approximately three-quarters of a million dollars into the region
by using local builders, developers, architects and designers, says
Hotaling.
Currently a $16 million company, Hynds expects the company to grow
to more than $25 million a year over the next five years, which
will continue impacting the region by adding new employees and generating
more work for local vendors.
LEADERSHIP CIRCLE INSIGHTS •
• • • • • • •
What was your extracurricular activity in High School and what do
you do today with your extra time?
 “I
started my management career early by being the Manager of the High
School Bookstore where we sold school supplies, textbooks and snacks
before and during lunch and after school. Today, I spend my extra
time at the lake, enjoying fishing and boating. I am also active
in the church and am currently the Parish Council Chairperson.”
Jim Boyd,
deputy general manager, NJVC
 “During
my high school years at CBC, I enjoyed playing football. In the
little spare time I have now, I like to either play golf, hunt or
fish.”
Thomas P. Dunne, Sr.,
chairman, president and CEO,
Fred Weber, Inc.
 “In
high school I participated in a variety of social, athletic and
other student activities and in church youth activities. I was raised
with a strong work ethic and, like many of my friends, worked a
variety of jobs during high school and college. Now, extra time
is at a premium. However, I still find time to be involved with
my church and to participate in local community activities (Alderman,
volunteer cleanup) and organizations (Rotary Club, Salvation Army
Board) as well as mentoring disadvantaged youth.”
Jerry Albrecht, vice president,
Joint Operations, NCI Information Systems, Inc.
For more information on Leadership Circle, please contact John Diefenbach,
associate vice president-membership sales, 314/444-1184 or jdief@stlrcga.org.
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