Meet
Our CEO

Richard O. Huffman

is the founder, President, CEO, and guiding hand of Celebree School.

About Richie Huffman

Starting the company in 1994, Richard grew Celebree School from a single preschool into the juggernaut we are today. In his current role, Richard shares his expertise, insights, and leadership with Celebree School franchisees while continuing to shape Celebree’s short-term and long-term vision.

As the President and CEO of Celebree Schools, Richard guides the core vision of our brand: a vision that embraces change, innovation, and the constant pursuit of self-improvement. Thanks to Richard’s combination of leadership and experience, Celebree continues to set industry standards within the early childhood education sector. He has also shaped Celebree’s dynamic corporate culture, helping us attract some of the most forward-thinking leaders and executives in our industry. 

Connect with Richie

Conversations

Listen in or join the conversation! Contact us at president@celebree.com with your ideas for topics or to have Richie join your conversation.

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The Support You Get With A Celebree School

I have always said owning a Celebree School is more than just owning a business. From the first interaction to the day…
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The Support You Get With A Celebree School

I have always said owning a Celebree School is more than just owning a business. From the first interaction to the day…
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CEOs You Should Know, iHeart Radio

Celebree School Founder, President, and CEO Richard O.Huffman had an insightful interview with iHeart Radio in an episode of…
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CEOs You Should Know, iHeart Radio

Celebree School Founder, President, and CEO Richard O.Huffman had an insightful interview with iHeart Radio in an episode of…
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Team Building: Richie Huffman

Listen to Richie Huffman on Social Geek Radio Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to discuss team building and…
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Team Building: Richie Huffman

Listen to Richie Huffman on Social Geek Radio Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to discuss team building and…
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Parenting & Teaching with Richie Huffman

Welcoming to Parenting and Teaching with Richie Huffman! I’m Richie Huffman, President and CEO of Celebree Preschools. On these podcasts we’ll…
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Parenting & Teaching with Richie Huffman

Welcoming to Parenting and Teaching with Richie Huffman! I’m Richie Huffman, President and CEO of Celebree Preschools. On these podcasts we’ll…
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Entrepreneurial Journey with Richie Huffman

Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to share his inspiring entrepreneurial journey and how he is now helping others achieve their own success.
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Entrepreneurial Journey with Richie Huffman

Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to share his inspiring entrepreneurial journey and how he is now helping others achieve their own success.
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The Support You Get With A Celebree School

I have always said owning a Celebree School is more than just owning a business. From the first interaction to the day…
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The Support You Get With A Celebree School

I have always said owning a Celebree School is more than just owning a business. From the first interaction to the day…
conversation_two

CEOs You Should Know, iHeart Radio

Celebree School Founder, President, and CEO Richard O.Huffman had an insightful interview with iHeart Radio in an episode of…
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CEOs You Should Know, iHeart Radio

Celebree School Founder, President, and CEO Richard O.Huffman had an insightful interview with iHeart Radio in an episode of…
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Team Building: Richie Huffman

Listen to Richie Huffman on Social Geek Radio Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to discuss team building and…
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Team Building: Richie Huffman

Listen to Richie Huffman on Social Geek Radio Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to discuss team building and…
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Parenting & Teaching with Richie Huffman

Welcoming to Parenting and Teaching with Richie Huffman! I’m Richie Huffman, President and CEO of Celebree Preschools. On these podcasts we’ll…
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Parenting & Teaching with Richie Huffman

Welcoming to Parenting and Teaching with Richie Huffman! I’m Richie Huffman, President and CEO of Celebree Preschools. On these podcasts we’ll…
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Entrepreneurial Journey with Richie Huffman

Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to share his inspiring entrepreneurial journey and how he is now helping others achieve their own success.
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Entrepreneurial Journey with Richie Huffman

Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to share his inspiring entrepreneurial journey and how he is now helping others achieve their own success.

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The Support You Get With A Celebree School

I have always said owning a Celebree School is more than just owning a business. From the first interaction to the day…
image 18

The Support You Get With A Celebree School

I have always said owning a Celebree School is more than just owning a business. From the first interaction to the day…
conversation_two

CEOs You Should Know, iHeart Radio

Celebree School Founder, President, and CEO Richard O.Huffman had an insightful interview with iHeart Radio in an episode of…
conversation_two

CEOs You Should Know, iHeart Radio

Celebree School Founder, President, and CEO Richard O.Huffman had an insightful interview with iHeart Radio in an episode of…
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Team Building: Richie Huffman

Listen to Richie Huffman on Social Geek Radio Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to discuss team building and…
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Team Building: Richie Huffman

Listen to Richie Huffman on Social Geek Radio Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to discuss team building and…
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Parenting & Teaching with Richie Huffman

Welcoming to Parenting and Teaching with Richie Huffman! I’m Richie Huffman, President and CEO of Celebree Preschools. On these podcasts we’ll…
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Parenting & Teaching with Richie Huffman

Welcoming to Parenting and Teaching with Richie Huffman! I’m Richie Huffman, President and CEO of Celebree Preschools. On these podcasts we’ll…
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Entrepreneurial Journey with Richie Huffman

Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to share his inspiring entrepreneurial journey and how he is now helping others achieve their own success.
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Entrepreneurial Journey with Richie Huffman

Richie sits down with host Jack Monson to share his inspiring entrepreneurial journey and how he is now helping others achieve their own success.

Richie’s Podcast

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Tune in and listen to Richie’s new podcast available on Spotify and Apple Music. Be part of the discussion and contact us at president@celebree.com.

Richie’s Reading List

Great things are being written about effectively managing ourselves and working with those around us. Let us know what you’re reading at president@celebree.com.
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Traction

Get a Grip on Your Business “In Traction, you’ll learn the secrets of strengthening the six key components of your business…

Grind

Take Your Business from Concept to Cash Flow “Grind offers a practical guide to starting a new business by skipping…

The Wealthy Franchisee

“You’ll discover how they delight their customers, motivate their employees and get the most value from their franchisor. Most importantly…”

The Road To Excellence

This excellent book cautions readers against “blind-spots syndrome” by identifying and addressing critical oversights, some of which may be too…

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Traction​

Get a Grip on Your Business

“In Traction, you’ll learn the secrets of strengthening the six key components of your business. You’ll discover simple yet powerful ways to run your company that will give you and your leadership team more focus, more growth, and more enjoyment. “

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Grind

Get a Grip on Your Business

Take Your Business from Concept to Cash Flow “Grind offers a practical guide to starting a new business by skipping…

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The Wealthy Franchisee

The Wealthy Franchisee

“You’ll discover how they delight their customers, motivate their employees and get the most value from their franchisor. Most importantly…”

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The Road To Excellence

The Road To Excellence

This excellent book cautions readers against “blind-spots syndrome” by identifying and addressing critical oversights, some of which may be too…