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Fourth Generation Takes Leadership At Zehnder's Of Frankenmuth
Russ Survance
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:37:32 EST
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Zehnder's of Frankenmuth has named Nick Shelton as president, marking the transition of the iconic family business into its fourth generation of leadership. Shelton, whose great-grandparents founded the restaurant in 1929, said he intends to honor the company's deep-rooted tradition of hospitality while continuing to focus on guest experience.
The Zehnder family's enterprise includes the landmark Zehnder's Restaurant, Zehnder's Splash Village water park, The Fortress golf course, Zehnder's Marketplace, and the annual Snowfest celebration. A new addition, The Mill at Zehnder Park boutique hotel, is scheduled to open later this year.
Shelton began working for the company at a young age, even donning the Drumstick mascot costume as a child. He has since held multiple leadership positions, most recently serving as director of golf operations, where he oversaw more than a decade of steady growth. A former Division I basketball player at Valparaiso University, Shelton said he approaches management like coaching a team - through planning, collaboration, and shared success.
