Richard Carlson
Originator

The idea for the Bread Bakery came from the fertile mind of Richard Carlson. Richard had an interest in health and, after his many years as an engineer for Boeing Aircraft, he left to start a health food store. One of his best-selling and most sought after products was his high-quality, whole grain bread. He was convinced that it would be possible to create a machine that would bake consistently wonderful bread. That vision has resulted in what some believe is the future of bread making.

Herb Larsen
Designer

Herb Larsen is a gifted inventor and the person responsible for the innovative design of the current Bread Bakery.

Herb is the founder of TASH Industrial Design, Inc., in Vancouver, B.C. and has more than twenty-five years experience in industrial design, engineering, consulting and fabrication of steel and other materials for a variety of commercial purposes.

Ron Wilkinson
CEO / Co-Founder

From 1982 through 1998, Ron was Founder and CEO of Quest International Corporation. Following its acquisition by JCPenney, Ron has led in the development of the Bread Bakery in Walla Walla, Washington.

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James Wilkinson
Manager/Co-Founder

While Vice President of Quest International, Jim lead an engineering team through a critical phase of the Bread Bakery development, including breakthrough design innovations he contributed personally. Jim is President of Wilkinson 1031, a consolidator of real estate for the tenant-in-common market and is actively involved in Wilkinson Baking Company.

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Jon Ostojic
Lead Engineer

Having been an integral part of the Bread Bakery project since 2006, Jon is now the engineering team leader. His experience and intimate knowledge of the machine provide an invaluable continuity to the project. His daily contribution drives development of the Bread Bakery forward.

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Jesse Knight
R&D Engineer

Coordinating the complex activities of the Bread Bakery to yield the ideal loaf for each bread variety is the responsibility of engineer, Jesse Knight. His degree in Mechanical Engineering was awarded by Walla Walla University.

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Randall Wilkinson
Co-Founder

A physician by training, Randall is Founder and CEO of Trienelle Skincare, Inc., a developer and manufacturer of premium skin care products. He is coordinator of Wilkinson Baking Company's international development.

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Rick Wilkinson
Co-Founder

As a prominent physician in environmental and nutritional medicine, Rick brings his expertise to the development of the innovative and nutritionally sound breads Wilkinson Baking Company is becoming known for.

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Russell Wilkinson

Co-Founder

Russell is Founder and Chairman of Wilkinson Corporation, the nation's 18th largest operator of senior living facilities. He is responsible for equipment financing of the Bread Bakery.

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Jennie Wilkinson
Co-Founder

An accomplished free-lance videographer, Jennie produces Wilkinson Baking Company's training and promotional videos.

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Don James
Spokesman

Don is a businessman and chef extraordinaire. He makes an ideal spokesman for Wilkinson Baking Company with his experience in the performing arts and culinary arts.