WELCOME TO SUSSNER
PRONOUNCED [ SUES-NER ]
Our creative firm uniquely celebrates private clubs and recognizes their role in creating meaningful communities. As private club brand specialists, amazing visual aesthetics are the bare minimum—great creative work is more than just great design. We believe that world-class club branding comes from telling complex stories in the simplest ways. Welcome to Sussner, we are thrilled you are here.
Creative services worth celebrating
Our mission says it all: With every club brand – we combine brave thinking, world-class creative, and remarkable client service. Our team of private club brand specialists continuously works to develop creative services and team traditions that delight our clients and ourselves. These efforts result in work that rallies club members and set the stage for them to create lifelong memories. We see every club’s brand as an opportunity to help celebrate the impact of belonging.
1.) DEEP THINKING & ATTENTION TO DETAIL
2.) PROFESSIONALISM & AUTHENTICITY
3.) PASSION FOR CREATIVITY & SERVICE
Branding for belonging since 1999
Since day one, our founder, Derek Sussner, and his partner, Tessa Sussner, have aimed to create a truly boutique creative environment. By working with quality personalities, they have held steadfast on the idea that meaningful brands are built over time with enthusiastic, talented, and empowered individuals.
For over 25 years, our team has had the privilege to work with amazing clients. From professional sports organizations to prestigious private clubs to global sport equipment manufacturers – Sussner has been a creative outlet for many who seek to develop a sense of belonging.
Throughout our history, our talented team has believed that the best creative work happens with organizations which are deeply meaningful to their audiences. This is why we choose to exclusively partner with private clubs, helping them refine and modernize their brands to reflect the unique value they bring to their members.
Award winning creative
Since 1999, our team has won over 300 awards and has been featured in more than 40 international publications. When we create something award-winning, we smile, exchange a quick high-five, and get back to work for our amazing clients.
We sincerely thank all the companies, organizations, and individuals who have honored us with their trust over the decades.
Your private club brand specialists
Inside our Minneapolis-based headquarters, you will find us developing strategic and meaningful solutions every day. As private club brand specialists, our team combines individual and collective talents to amplify creativity and expertise. This high-functioning collaboration ensures we deliver massive value for your club, tailored to its unique needs.
For a business to grow, its brand needs to communicate, stand out and be engaging. Derek leads the creative team in achieving meaningful business objectives with impactful creative solutions for clients. He also speaks about branding to a variety of professional organizations and companies. Click on his name to learn more.
Tessa Sussner
Partner / Accounts
A client’s business objectives have to be clearly understood for branding initiatives to be effective. Tessa is the first point of contact and is dedicated to delivering responsive and thoughtful solutions that make every project successful.
Blake Spiegel
Design
To truly understand how a business should communicate its goals through compelling visuals, Blake begins by asking 'why.' As a senior designer, his expertise allows him to craft impactful creative solutions and unique brand identities rooted in purpose.
Tucker Larson
Strategy
A brand that is rooted in purpose, meaning, and emotion creates competitive separation in the crowded market. Tucker ensures the development and execution of the right strategy that results in incredible brand clarity and achievement of long-term business goals.
Nick Tietz
Design
Design that impacts a client’s business objectives requires a keen eye for detail, an analytical mind, and a passion for creativity. Nick’s dedication to delivering thoughtful solutions serves clients’ strategies and demands the attention of their audiences.
Allie Dullum
Communications
Effective communication is an art that resonates with clients’ goals and captivates target audiences. With a strategic mind and a passion for storytelling, Allie elevates communication efforts to ensure messages are impactful and precise.
Robin Faust
Controller
Clients deserve timely communication regarding all financial aspects of their projects. Robin assures that clients are up-to-date on all manners of their bookkeeping experience with Sussner.
Ivy
Good Girl
This four-legged charmer adds the meaningful and memorable to Sussner, and puts the gold in golden retriever. Ms. Ivy also serves as V.P. in charge of tennis ball procurement, in-house therapy and gentle security. Our favorite “silent” partner.
Our partners
A significant part of our success stems from the unwavering support of our partners. We would not be who we are today without them.
