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Even though his academic career included MIT and Harvard Business School, Dick Resch believed in learning the business from the ground up. His career with KI began as a technician on the product floor where he learned the intricacies of manufacturing. Dick frequently volunteered for challenging assignments, building his experience and knowledge for the leadership role he would one day assume. After becoming President and CEO, Dick implemented self-directed work teams, quality standards and a customer-focused business model to grow KI from an unknown furniture manufacturer to an internationally renowned corporation. Dick also drove the company’s commitment to safer work practices and high environmental standards, while increasing the company’s involvement in the community. Under his leadership, KI continues to receive national recognition as a company that serves its customers, its employees, its community and its environment with commitment, integrity and pride.
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Overall, the CEO score has remained stable over the last 90 days.
KI ranks in the Top 30% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for CEO Rating Score.
