Dave Longaberger
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Dave W. Longaberger (1934–1999) was an American businessman who founded the Longaberger Company, makers of handcrafted maple wood baskets and accessories.[1] Dave has two daughters, Tami Longaberger, who was CEO of the Longaberger Company, and Rachel Longaberger Stukey, President of the Longaberger Foundation.[2]
Longaberger grew up in a poor family of 14. He suffered from a stuttering problem and epilepsy, and did not graduate from High School until he was 21. He began his basket business in 1971.[2]
Legacy
Longaberger was also a philanthropist, focusing on Dresden, Ohio.[citation needed] He gave millions of dollars to the local community and schools, and provided much-needed services to the community.[citation needed]
Longaberger was interested in history.[citation needed] Later, after he became prosperous, Longaberger undertook the restoration of many historic buildings in the Dresden, Ohio, area.[citation needed] Some of the buildings saved were:
- The Captains House (1850),
- The Dresden Hotel (early 20th century),
- The Dresden Iron Mill (circa 1880),
- The Dresden Woolen Mill (circa 1890),
- The Prospect Place mansion (1856),
- The Cox House, Trinway (circa 1900),
- The Dresden railway station.
Additionally, Longaberger purchased and refurbished many other historic buildings on Main Street in Dresden, Ohio.[citation needed]
References
- ^ The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica (Mar 13, 2020). "David Longaberger: AMERICAN ENTREPRENEUR". Encyclopaedia Britannica.
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