Ernest Micek

Ernest Micek
BornFebruary 18, 1936
Arcadia, Wisconsin
DiedOctober 29, 2020
Dresbach, Minnesota
EducationUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison
OccupationBusiness executive

Ernest Micek (February 18, 1936 - October 29, 2020) was an American businessman. He was the chairman and chief executive officer of Cargill from 1995 to 1999.

Biography

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Early life

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Ernest S. Micek was born on February 18, 1936, in Arcadia, Wisconsin.[1][2] He attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where he graduated with a BS degree in chemical engineering in 1959.[3]

Career

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In 1995, Micek succeeded Whitney MacMillan as chairman and chief executive officer of Cargill, working in those capacities until 1999.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "AgProfile interview with Ernest S. Micek". AG Journal. December 18, 2014. Archived from the original on 2014-12-19. Retrieved 15 November 2014.
  2. ^ "Clinton Appoints Micek to APEC Business Advisory Council". AIT.org. Archived from the original on November 15, 2014. Retrieved 15 November 2014.
  3. ^ a b "Ernie Micek awarded honorary degree". Wisc.edu. Archived from the original on 4 October 2013. Retrieved 15 November 2014.