Rick Froese

Rick Froese is co-owner of Mother-ease® Inc., which he and his wife Erika started in 1991. Rick is a graduate of McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, where he received his Bachelor of Engineering Degree in 1980. After graduation, he took a management position with Bell Canada Inc. in St. Catharines, Ontario. In 1984, Rick returned to McMaster University on a part-time basis and completed his Masters Degree in Business Administration. His employment with Bell Canada continued until he assumed the management of Mother-ease® Inc.

Rick's greatest strength is his personal integrity, backed by solid business experience. It has always been Rick's first priority to ensure that wholesalers and retailers receive a product of the highest quality in an efficient manner. Mother-ease® Inc. ships to companies within Germany, Austria, and the United States, as well as throughout Canada. Creative and methodical management of the production, planning, and control process is essential to ensure quality. Rick's focus is always on customer satisfaction.

Rick is the father of our five boys, now aged 10 to 22 years. The family enjoys outdoor activities, especially camping and snowmobiling, and spends many weekends at the cottage in northern Ontario.

Erika Froese

Erika Froese is co-owner of Mother-ease® Inc. along with her husband Rick.

Erika manages New Product Development and is responsible for customer service and product support. When the occasional glitch occurs, Erika troubleshoots, solving problems and ensuring smooth, efficient operations.

She is also a very busy mom. Her boys are her first priority and keep her hopping. Between school, church, and sports activities, family responsibilities make her days thrilling and fulfilling. Her pleasure in her work is palpable.

The Froese Family