Zingerman’s Vice President of Administration

Ron Maurer grew up on a farm in Michigan. He was sure that he didn’t want to make his living as a farmer, but appreciated the flavor difference that comes from fresh produce and small-scale production. As Vice President of Administration for Zingerman’s Community of Businesses, Ron is able to contribute his financial expertise to an organization committed to full-flavored, traditionally made food. It’s a perfect combination.

Ron studied at Wright State University in Dayton, OH, where he received both BS and MBA degrees in finance and accounting. Prior to joining Zingerman’s, Ron’s experience included 11 years working in various financial and administrative areas of Lexis-Nexis in Dayton. After leaving Lexis-Nexis, Ron worked with Key Bank in Cleveland, Cashman Equipment in Las Vegas and living.com, an internet start-up in Greensboro, NC.

Within Zingerman’s Community of Businesses, Ron’s areas of responsibility include Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Administration. Zingerman’s consists of seven specialty food-related businesses in Ann Arbor, MI that include the world-famous Zingerman’s Delicatessen and Zingerman’s Bakehouse, an artisan bakery. Annual sales exceed $35 million, with a total staff of 590+.

Financial education for staff is an integral part of Zingerman’s approach to open book management. Ron has developed and regularly teaches a number of internal finance classes for Zingerman’s staff and speaks frequently to outside organizations about Zingerman’s financial systems and training tools.