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.

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

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.