Founded in Columbus, GA, W.C. Bradley Co. has been an integral part of the community since they started way back in 1885. They operate a variety of brands and companies, but if you’re reading this website, then you’d know them best by their brands Charboil, Oklahoma Joe’s, TIKI Brand, and more recently, Pit Boss and Current Backyard.
Beyond outdoor cooking they own a brand called Badlands that’s centered around hunting gear but also has some really nice general outdoor wear. They also have holdings that include real estate development, and property and land management. While on its surface those may seem like very different companies, the common thread is bringing people together, and creating memorable moments and experiences.
W.C. Bradley Co. is a privately held, family-owned, faith-based organization, and their philosophy reflects that. They believe that business success is not just about profits but about serving the community. That means sustainable growth, long-term relationships, and reinvesting in Georgia.
That’s why it’s fitting that the Georgia Chamber of Commerce has presented the inaugural Georgia Chamber Corporate Citizen Award to the W.C. Bradley Co.
We are honored and humbled to receive the inaugural Corporate Citizenship Award presented by the Georgia Chamber. For 140 years, the W.C. Bradley Co. has operated with the spirit of an entrepreneur and the heart of a servant leader. Corporate citizenship, to us, means being an active partner in building stronger communities, guided by our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Caring, Excellence, Accountability, and Winning Spirit. From charitable giving and volunteer service to projects that enrich local life, our commitment to doing the right thing has always been — and will continue to be — at the heart of who we are. Our purpose remains steadfast — to honor and build upon our unique culture and rich history, to create something better for future generations, and to continue this extraordinary legacy.
James G. Hillenbrand, President & CEO of the W.C. Bradley Co.
From my personal experience, I interact with quite a few companies across the grilling landscape, and I always enjoy working with W.C. Bradley Co. Their core values come through when talking to their team members. You can see it in the interview I did with the President of W.C. Bradley Co.’s Outdoor Brands, Tom Penner.
Georgia’s history of corporate citizenship is well documented and the reason for our success. It’s about a history of being part of the community where our employees live, work, play, and pray. Those values are alive and well at W.C. Bradley Co., which has been a driving force for good in Columbus and beyond for well over a century. The Georgia Chamber congratulates the W.C. Bradley Co. for this well-earned honor and look forward to more successful partnerships ensuring Georgia’s long-term prosperity.
Chris Clark, President & CEO of the Georgia Chamber