Compass News


Welcome to our Compass Properties blog. Here we’ll share updates on our company and our clients, as well as business news and trends impacting our clients and the real estate market here in Wisconsin. We always love to hear what you have to say, so please send an email to info@compassproperties.com to submit a blog post for consideration, or suggest an idea.
BMO Harris Moves into New Sherman Park Branch Office

BMO Harris Moves into New Sherman Park Branch Office

Developed by Compass Properties, the New Building is BMO Harris’ first “Smart Branch” in Wisconsin.    BMO Harris opened its new branch in the city’s Sherman Park neighborhood this week, continuing the company’s long time presence there and replacing its former...

In Search of Wisconsin’s Next Big Start-up Success Story

In Search of Wisconsin’s Next Big Start-up Success Story

Compass Properties hosted the Hatch Finale on November 9 at the Noel Group Hangar, featuring 7 groups of Central Wisconsin entrepreneurs pitching their business ideas to earn a $10,000 grand prize. In a Shark Tank-like atmosphere where the 7 finalists delivered their...

How Wellness Is Shaping the Workplace

How Wellness Is Shaping the Workplace

A growing number of companies are embracing wellness as numerous scientific studies show a positive return-on-investment for these programs.   Many property management companies have started to embrace wellness as well in their design and day-to-day activities. Many...

5 Questions with Sheldon Oppermann

5 Questions with Sheldon Oppermann

Sheldon Oppermann, Executive Vice President     Compass Properties prides itself on being a values-based company. Can you explain what that means to you? Values form the foundation for everything that happens in our company. In my opinion, values are much...

Corporate Social Responsibility Helps Companies  Attract Top Talent

Corporate Social Responsibility Helps Companies Attract Top Talent

Some companies have fitness centers, spa services, free food and even onsite child care facilities.   Others have fantastic benefits, flexible hours, or significant vacation time. Yet, one characteristic can score above all on a millennial’s list for the best company...

What Millennials Want and How It’s Changing the Face of Office Space

What Millennials Want and How It’s Changing the Face of Office Space

Back in 2010, baby boomers made up more than half of the U.S. workforce, but a study conducted by Forbes projects that 75% of workers will be Millennials by 2025.  Driven by mobile technology, changing work styles and the growing presence of Millennials, work spaces...

BMO Harris Sherman Park Branch

BMO Harris Sherman Park Branch

The new BMO Harris Branch Office, which is being developed by Wisconsin-based Compass Properties, will continue the company’s long time presence in the Sherman Park neighborhood and replace the former branch which the company acquired in 1959 and has been a...

Common Complaints Employees Make

Common Complaints Employees Make

Common Complaints Employees Make Some things don’t change much, and employee complaints seem to be among them. If you look back at employee complaint lists of the past or present, you’ll find they really haven’t changed much over the years. It’s important to look at...

Compass Wins National Award for Sustainable Design, Energy Efficiency

Compass Wins National Award for Sustainable Design, Energy Efficiency

Compass Wins National Award for Sustainable Design, Energy Efficiency The annual award is sponsored by the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) and recognizes leadership, innovation and excellence in environmentally responsible and sustainable building...