Richard Gottlieb

Richard Gottlieb is the owner of 4noggins.com, an e-commerce website specializing in pipe tobacco, pipes, and pipe-related accessories.2 He founded the company in 2005 and grew it into a prominent online retailer in the pipe smoking community over the course of about 15 years.14

Business Background

4noggins.com was established by Gottlieb in 2005 and quickly became a well-known name among pipe smoking enthusiasts.1 The company offers a wide range of products catering to pipe smokers, including various types of pipe tobacco, pipes, and accessories.2

Retirement and Company Transition

After running 4noggins.com for approximately 15 years, Richard Gottlieb announced his retirement in late 2017.4 At that time, he handed over the ownership of the company to Jeff Tomei, who committed to maintaining the same level of products, pricing, and service that customers had come to expect from 4noggins.com.3

Personal Details

While specific personal information is limited, we know that Richard Gottlieb is based in Middlebury, Vermont, United States.2 He attended Adams State College in Alamosa, Colorado.5

Throughout his tenure as owner of 4noggins.com, Gottlieb became well-known and respected within the pipe smoking community. He was featured in interviews and articles related to the pipe smoking hobby, demonstrating his expertise and passion for the industry.16