Tyler Ricks

Chief Executive Officer at Super Coffee

Tyler Ricks has a diverse work experience that spans across various industries. Tyler currently holds the position of Chief Executive Officer at Super Coffee, where they are responsible for leading the company's growth strategies and making investment decisions. Tyler also serves as the President of Super Coffee and is a member of their Board of Directors. Tyler has been with Super Coffee since 2018.

In addition to their role at Super Coffee, Tyler is the Venture Investor at Ricks Family Ventures LLC since 2006. In this role, they specialize in private venture and private equity investments, focusing on the consumer packaged goods (CPG) food and beverage and restaurant sectors. Tyler has made past investments in well-known brands such as Bear Naked Granola, Kevita, and Plum Organics. Currently, their investments include Kitu Life Super Coffee and Suja/Vive Organic, among others.

Tyler has also served in various leadership roles in other companies. Tyler was a Member of the Board of Directors at CAULIPOWER and KOS Naturals since 2022. Previously, they worked as an Operating Advisor and Managing Director of North America Direct Investments at Continental Grain Company from 2019 to 2022. Additionally, Tyler has been a Member of the Board of Directors at Idaho Pacific Corporation, Restaurant Technologies, Coastal Sunbelt Produce, Joyride, and Cicis Pizza.

Overall, Tyler Ricks has a strong background in leadership, investment, and strategic advisory roles across the food and beverage industry.

Tyler Ricks has pursued their education at various institutions. Tyler attended the University at Buffalo School of Management, The State University of New York, where they obtained an MBA degree with a focus on Business and Marketing. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University at Buffalo. Additionally, Tyler Ricks has also studied at Monroe Community College and Cornell University, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for these institutions.

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Timeline

  • Chief Executive Officer

    December, 2022 - present

  • President

    March, 2022

  • Member Board Of Directors / Advisory Board Member

    October, 2018