Jerry Baker
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| Jerry Baker | |
|---|---|
| Residence | Moved to Wooster, Ohio in 1969 when he worked as a salesman at a bolt and nut supply chain out of Cleveland. Wooster and the surrounding area was part of his territory and he enjoyed the area. |
| Occupation | J. Baker Industries |
| Known for | Founder of the Tricor Industries, Compaq, Real Estate Showcase, Olde Jaol Steakhouse & Tavern, The and Jake's Steakhouse ; Sam Snead's Tavern in 1995 Hot Springs, Virginia located in Orlando, Florida, Atlanta, Georgia, and Myrtle Beach, Florida |
| Notable work(s) | Real estate developer |
| Awards | 2004 Ashland Chamber of Commerce Gold Oak 2008 Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce Investor of the Future 2008 Wayne County commissioners award - county's 25 citizens of distinction 2013 January 17 Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce's Wall of Fame |
Jerry Baker
Accomplishments
- Meadow Homes - developed along with Jim Jones and Jim Snyder
- Chesterland Estates - developed along with Jim Jones and Jim Snyder
Career Highlights
- Tricor Industries
- Compaq
- Real Estate Showcase
- Olde Jaol Steakhouse & Taversn, The
- Jakes Steakhouse
- Sam Snead's Tavern
Newspaper articles
- January 17, 2013: "Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce honors Jerry Baker with Wall of Fame recognition" by Steven F. Husza, The Daily Record, p. 123.