Rick Ricard

Rick Ricard has extensive work experience in sales and marketing. Rick began their career in 1983 with US Smokeless Tobacco as a Territory Sales Representative, where they were responsible for sales volume in wholesale and retail in Eastern Central Michigan. Rick also worked as a Consumer Marketing Manager and Field Coordinator Retail Merchandiser for UST Inc., servicing and administering sales and marketing activities for retail accounts. In 2010, Rick worked as an Independent Distributor for McKee Foods Corporation, handling marketing, promotions, merchandising, and sales development for the retail division. Rick later joined Republic Tobacco - DRL Enterprises as a Territory Sales Manager, focusing on category management and sales development in Central Michigan. Throughout their career, Rick has gained experience in product line management, trade promotions, brand development, and new product introduction.

Rick Ricard attended Delta College from 1985 to 1989, where they obtained an Associate degree in Business Management/Mkt. Rick later enrolled at Northwood University from 2004 to 2006, specializing in Marketing/Marketing Management, General. No specific degree was mentioned for their time at Northwood University.