Craig Dukes

Craig Dukes joined Vitamix as Chief Human Resources Officer effective July 18, 2022, bolstering the company’s commitment to employees in the evolving workplace.

Dukes brings more than three decades of experience leading efforts by companies to align and transform their human resources activities. His experience spans global corporations and a family-owned business, bringing valuable expertise to Vitamix.

Dukes is tasked with further advancing engagement, collaboration and innovation among Vitamix’s employees. As part of the company’s strategic plan, he is leading its deepening commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I).

Previously, Dukes was based in northeastern Ohio as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at MTD Products, Inc., a family-owned business based in Valley City.

After MTD’s acquisition by Stanley Black & Decker in December 2021, Dukes continued to lead HR as Vice President, Human Resources – Global Operations and Integration. He reorganized and consolidated multiple HR and supply chain activities into single functions.

Earlier in his career, Dukes served in executive HR positions at glass container manufacturer Owens-Illinois in Perrysburg, Ohio, and automakers Chrysler LLC and DaimlerChrysler LLC in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Dukes earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio, and an executive master’s of business administration from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan.