Minneapolis-based Henricksen, a national contract furniture and architectural solutions dealer, hired Brenda Lemmer as senior business development manager, A&D.
Across a career spanning interior design, manufacturing, market development and entrepreneurship, Lemmer has built a reputation for connecting design vision with commercial priorities—and for investing in the relationships that move the work forward. In her new role, Lemmer will deepen Henricksen’s relationships throughout the Twin Cities architecture and design community.
A graduate of the University of Minnesota’s interior design program, Lemmer began her career in HGA’s corporate interiors practice. She later spent 17 years at Knoll, first leading A&D market development across the Midwest and then representing KnollStudio throughout the region. In 2020, Lemmer founded COLLECTION, a Minneapolis-based representation firm connecting design partners with a considered portfolio of architectural walls, workplace furniture and textiles. Building COLLECTION sharpened her view of what leadership requires beyond vision: continual learning and clear boundaries.
Design education and mentorship have been a constant passion for Lemmer throughout her career. While at Knoll, she created an eight-month mentorship program that paired emerging designers with senior design leaders for a curriculum of education and networking sessions, a model later recognized nationally. A LEED Accredited Professional, she has also been a consistent advocate for sustainability and for specifying quality that lasts.
