Daniel Messmer, 53, president and CEO of Escalade, Inc. died suddenly on Monday, April 9. The cause of his death was an apparent aneurysm.
“We are all shocked and saddened by the unexpected passing of Mr. Messmer,” said Terry Frandsen, Chief Financial Officer of Escalade. “Our thoughts and condolences are with Dan's family at this difficult time. His leadership and friendship will be greatly missed.”
Messmer served as Escalade's President and Chief Executive Officer since August 2006. He was also serving as the President of Escalade's office products subsidiary, Martin Yale, a position he held since 2005. Messmer first joined Escalade Sports in 1976 and served as its President from 1996 until April 2005.
Escalade, based in Evansville, IN, is a quality manufacturer and marketer of sporting goods and office/graphic arts products.
