Type Of Business:
1) Sole proprietorship 2) Private practice
Marketing Area:
1) Local 2) Regional
Expertise:
Small-business management; Bankruptcy; Business law; Employment discrimination; Civil rights law
Major Product/SVS:
1) Vegetable food stands at fairs and events 2) Legal services specializing in bankruptcy, business law, employment discrimination and civil rights law
Hobbies/Sports:
Tennis; Traveling
Education Degrees:
JD, School of Law, Valparaiso University (1998); Ph.D. in Systematic Theology, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (1984); Master of Theology, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (1979); Master of Theological Studies, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (1975); Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Valparaiso University (1972)
Affiliations Awards:
Former Chair, National Independent Concessionaires Association, Inc. (2010); Board of Directors, National Independent Concessionaires Association (2005-2009); Board of Directors, ACLU of Indiana (2000-2010); President, Midwest Academy of Religion (1994-1996); Vice President, Program Chair, Midwest Academy of Religion (1992-1994); Chair, Science and Religion Section, Midwest Academy of Religion (1990-1992); President, Calumet Chapter, ACLU of Indiana (1986-2010); Founding Associate, Chicago Center for Science and Religion; Indiana State Bar Association; ABA; American Academy of Religion; Institute on Religion in an Age of Science; The International Association of Fairs and Expositions
Date of Distinction:
10/22/2010
Work History:
Sole-Proprietor, Richard Busse, Attorney-at-law, (2009-Present); Partner, Douglas, Ferngren, Arnold and Busse (2003-2009); Adjunct Lecturer in Philosophy (Ethics), Purdue North Central (2009); Adjunct Professor of Religious Studies, Indiana University Northwest (2000-2011); Adjunct Assistant Professor of Political Science, Valparaiso University (2000); Adjunct Lecturer in History and Philosophy, Indiana University Northwest (1999-Present); Richard Busse, Attorney at Law (1999-2003); President, Dr. Vegetable, Inc. (1995-2011); Adjunct Professor of Religious Studies, Indiana University Northwest (1989-1995); Adjunct Professor of Theology, Valparaiso University (1986-1988); Visiting Lecturer in Theology and Ethics, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (1986-1997); Assistant Professor of Theology, Valparaiso University (1985-1988); Part-Time Instructor in Philosophy, Valparaiso University (1983); President, Fried Vegetable Concessions (1982-1995); Teaching Assistant in Systematic Theology, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (1978-1982); Sole-Proprietor, Road Dog, Inc. (1974-1982)
Number Of Years In Profession:
37
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work, determination and partnership with his wife, Faith.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession as an attorney through his education, and he became involved in the food service industry through the exposure he gained at Hollmann Specialty Co., Inc.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Busse started Dr. Vegetable, Inc. in 1982. As an attorney, he is committed to helping the ordinary person who has been wronged by a big business or government. The goal of his law practice is to enhance the life of individuals in the community. Mr. Busse is an adjunct lecturer in history and philosophy at Indiana University Northwest. He has also taught theology and ethics at the university level, published several magazine articles and editorials, and edited a variety of publications.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing business operations, including planning events; Meeting clients; Assisting clients with small business establishments; Practicing law; Traveling to 32 festivals in eight states and cooking fried vegetable dishes; Facilitating others in forming, buying, selling and expanding their own businesses
Education Certifications:
Licensed Attorney, State of Indiana; Licensed Attorney, Southern and Northern District of Indiana, United States District Court; Licensed Attorney, Seventh U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
Awards/Honors:
Whitlock Award, Calumet Chapter, ACLU of Indiana (2001); Outstanding Program Award, Porter County Inns of Court (1999-2000); Legal Ethics Award, Valparaiso University School of Law (1998); Robert G. Risk Award, ACLU of Indiana (1998); Chapter Service Award, ACLU of Indiana (1994)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Busse intends to continue his private legal practice and travel around the United States to promote Dr. Vegetable, Inc.