Our History
The Kracker
Our German Roots
In Germany, homeland to founders Klaus Karg and Carsten Kruse, flatbreads are a staple in the best bakeries. In fact, it was in his own grandfather’s bakery in Schwabach that co-founder (Dr.) Klaus Karg began experimenting with cracker recipes in 1997. His goal was to bridge the gap between austere Swedish flatbreads and flavorful specialty breads, and finally, through a focused blend of trial, error, and inspiration, he did it. And, with such winning flatbread combinations as the Emmental Cheese Pumpkin Seed, Seeded Spelt and Klassic 3-Seed crackers, in 2000, he began producing delicious flatbread crackers under the company name of Dr. Karg.
That same year, George Eckrich set out on a mission of his own: to introduce these substantial and wholesome flatbread crackers to homeland, the good old US of A. This quest ultimately sent him to Germany, where a mutual friend introduced him to Klaus, who was immediately impressed with George’s trustworthiness and enthusiasm for marketing the flatbreads in the United States. And, a partnership was formed.
The Company
Dr. Kracker was founded in Dallas, Texas in 2003 by George Eckrich, Carsten Kruse, and Dr. Klaus Karg, three friends who share a passion for authentically made, delicious-tasting artisan breads. A fourth partner, Danny Kelly, is an expert in the special equipment needed to bake consistently excellent European-style Flatbreads and Snacker Krackers for our international cracker-loving customers.
In 2007, Klaus sold his interest in the company to George, Carsten, and Danny, and these original partners have enthusiastically manned the helm of Dr. Kracker as a trio ever since.
Our Founders
Today, we are a company of 25 hard-working people, all committed to the same mission: making the best-tasting and most nourishing crackers possible.
Find out more about the flavors, varieties, and nutritional value of our crackers.
