RITCHIE ENGINEERING ANNOUNCES THE PASSING OF PRESIDENT & CEO THOMAS RITCHIE
BLOOMINGTON, MN (March 2, 2025) – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our President, Thomas Ritchie on March 2, 2025. Our deepest prayers and condolences go out to his wife, Kristen, and their family.
Tom began his career with Ritchie Engineering Co., Inc. on March 1, 1969. He worked diligently to understand the key ingredients for continued growth of the business his family started in 1949. Over the last 56 years he leveraged that knowledge to expand and innovate product lines, while he developed an organization for consistent success.
During that time, Tom played a pivotal role in the HVAC/R industry, becoming a well- respected leader in the tools and test segment. Tom was the 2nd generation of the Ritchie family to lead our company, and he led Ritchie Engineering through a fantastic growth period. Tom’s impact in the market, in our company, and many of our lives will be felt for years to come.
It is Tom’s wishes for Ritchie Engineering to continue operating as the successful family business it has been for the past 75 years. Kristen Ritchie will assume the position of President of Ritchie Engineering Co., Inc.
