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Richard Graeter President and CEO of Graeter's Manufacturing Co., and President and CEO of Graeter's Inc. As a member of the fourth generation of the Graeter family to own and operate the business, Richard Graeter is dedicated to the family tradition of making ice cream, while embracing new opportunities and technology to grow the business. As the brand champion for Graeter's, Richard has worked with his partners to revitalize the company's brand identity to reflect the quality that consumers have come to expect from Graeter's super-premium, hand-packed ice cream, as well as to create a cohesive look for ice cream, candy and bakery products. He has built a successful online web store, shipping ice cream, candy and other products next day air to customers, including many celebrities throughout the United States. Since becoming CEO in 2007, Graeter's has expanded nationally, opening a new manufacturing plant in 2010 and doubling its company-owned stores with the acquisition of new locations in Dayton and Columbus. Richard Graeter graduated cum laude from Miami (OH) University with a Bachelor of Science in accounting and finance. He went on to the University of Cincinnati College of Law and earned a Juris Doctor, cum laude. Richard is Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Cincinnati Public Radio, Inc., which operates WGUC 90.9 and WVXU 91.7, a member of the Investment Advisory Committees for The Cure Starts Now Foundation and the Valley of Cincinnati, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, and a 33rd Degree Mason, charter member and past master of Caliburn Lodge No. 785 F. & A. M. |
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Chip Graeter Vice President of Retail Operations Chip Graeter, fourth generation member of the Graeter family, has been involved in customer interaction at Graeter's retail stores since his teenage years. This involvement has driven him to be extremely passionate about each customer's experience. By learning the customer service aspect of retail sales from the ground up, Chip has developed a keen sense of the customer's needs and desires, developing a reputation for consensus building that has helped the company work toward common goals for growth. He works with district and store managers as well as the sales staff to ensure patrons are included in the Graeter's tradition. "It's more than just the irresistible ice cream and treats," says Chip. "It's my goal and personal mission to make the entire Graeter's experience satisfying and memorable for every customer." Chip Graeter graduated from Wittenberg University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in speech and theater. More Bios |