Richard Huffman

Founder and CEO of Celebree School, flagship company under Huffman Family Brands

Starting the company in 1994, Richie grew Celebree School from a single preschool into the growing franchise it is today. In his current role, Richie 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 School, he guides the core vision of the Celebree brand: a vision that embraces change, innovation, and the constant pursuit of self-improvement. Thanks to Richie’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 attract some of the most forward-thinking leaders and executives in the industry.

Richie is also at the helm of Huffman Family Brands (HFB), a unified platform company dedicated to fostering social development, innovation, and community empowerment through its portfolio of powerful and beloved brands. HFB builds on decades of success with brands like Celebree School, Caliday School Age Programs, Celebree Enterprise, and more. Together, all operating brands under HFB provide early childhood education, enrichment programs, franchise opportunities, and philanthropic support to communities across the United States. With over 150 locations open or in development in 15 states, Huffman Family Brands continues to lead the way in supporting families, entrepreneurs, and communities.