Founder Profile
Charles Deere
Last reviewed: November 2026 · By Swet Parvadiya
Who is Charles Deere?
Charles Deere is a founder of Deere & Company, which was founded in 1837 with John Deere.
- Company founded
- Deere & Company
- Founded
- 1837
- Co-founders
- John Deere
Background
Charles Deere was the son of John Deere who attended Knox College and Bell's Commercial College, joining the firm in 1853 at age 16.
Founding Story
Charles Deere served as executive leader of Deere & Company for 49 years following his father's retirement. He established the independent branch-house distribution dealership network that remains Deere's core commercial moat.
Sources
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- Deere & Company Corporate Charter & Business Registration (Deere & Company)
- Deere & Company Investor Relations & Corporate Governance (Deere & Company)