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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Eric_SmidtEric Smidt - Wikipedia

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   Eric L. Smidt (born 1960) is an American businessman. He is chairman and CEO of Harbor Freight Tools, which operates over 1,500 retail hardware stores in 48 states and generates $8 billion in sales as of 2023. [1] Early life. Smidt was born in Los Angeles, California, in 1960 to Allan Smidt and Dorthy Smidt.

   • Spouse: Susan Smidt
   • Occupation(s): Chairman & CEO of Harbor Freight Tools; Founder and President, The Smidt Foundation

   • Born: 1960 (age 62–63), Los Angeles, California, US

2. www.msn.com › en-us › moneyWho Owns Harbor Freight Tools And How Did The Company ... - MSN

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   In 1999, Eric bought out his father's half of the company, becoming the sole owner and CEO of Harbor Freight Tools. Under Eric's guidance, Harbor Freight has continued to grow and...

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   Who owns Harbor Freight Tools?

   • Harbor Freight Tools's Chief Executive Officer and Owner is Eric Smidt. Harbor Freight Tools's key executives include Eric Smidt and 17 others. Need Data? Craft can deliver 250+ data points of financial, operating, and human capital indicators on companies via API. Harbor Freight Tools's Chief Executive Officer and Owner is Eric Smidt.

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   Who is Eric Smidt?

   • Eric Smidt, 63, frequently refers to himself as the chief tools salesman. Instead, Smidt made a fortune peddling $25 drills and other discount tools. In an attempt to undercut larger competitors like Home Depot and Lowe’s on price, he started working directly with factories to manufacture his own tools.

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   Who owns Harbor Freight?

   • If you're not well-versed in the history of Harbor Freight, the company was brought into existence by the father-son duo Allan and Eric Smidt in 1977, and almost 50 years after its founding, the Harbor Freight franchise is still owned by the Smidt family, with Eric Smidt currently acting as owner and co-founder.

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   Does Harbor Freight sell quality tools?

   • Per the company's website, selling quality tools at a reasonable price has been one of the primary goals of the Harbor Freight franchise since it was founded.

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   Apr 28, 2023 · Billionaire Eric Smidt agrees. The cofounder and chief executive of Harbor Freight Tools, a discount home improvement chain with 1,400 stores and $7 billion in annual sales, has been...

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5. craft.co › harbor-freight-tools › executivesHarbor Freight Tools CEO and Key Executive Team | Craft.co

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   Harbor Freight Tools's Chief Executive Officer and Owner is Eric Smidt. Other executives include Allan Mutchnik, President; Tomas Kokko, Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer and 15 others. See the full leadership team at Craft.

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8. www.bloomberg.com › news › articlesEric Smidt Harbor Freight Tools USA Taps Loans for 5th Payout ...

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   Oct 5, 2020 · Harbor Freight Tools USA Inc ., a discount tools retailer run by billionaire Eric Smidt, is the latest borrower looking to line its pockets. The company, which sells $7.99 wrenches and...

9. www.insidephilanthropy.com › home › 2019/5/23He Became a Billionaire Selling Tools. Now He’s Boosting ...

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   May 23, 2019 · Eric Smidt started the discount hardware store Harbor Freight Tools at 17 with his dad in 1977. Now worth $3 billion, his emerging philanthropy is laser-focused on helping high school students prepare for good-paying jobs in the trades.

10. www.harborfreight.com › about-usAbout Us - Harbor Freight Tools

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    Our journey began in 1977, when Eric Smidt and his father launched Harbor Freight Tools. 40+ years, 1300+ stores, and over 40 million satisfied customers later, not only are we still family owned, but we've stayed true to our mission. We've continued to deliver an incredible assortment of quality tools to pros and DIYers alike at prices that ...