"When you do that, you miss things. In addition, he is an assistant scout master for Boy Scout Troop 226. Herschend Family Entertainment has always given to charities, events, and organizations, she posted. The side that fired the first shot in a legal battle waged over ownership of Branson's Butterfly Palace has prevailed. Later he obtained his MBA from Drury University. Learn more in our Privacy Policy. Born in 1958 as the middle son to Jack and Sherry Herschend, Ron lived his entire adult life in the Branson area and was an integral part of the story of Silver Dollar City, Herschend Enterprises, and the Herschend family. Year should not be greater than current year.