Weber-Stephen's company parties. Weber-Stephen Products Co. is a leading maker of barbecue grills, including portable, charcoal, and gas grills. (It is one of the nation's top makers of charcoal and gas grills.) Brands include Genesis, Go-Anywhere, One-Touch, Smokey Joe, and Summit. It also makes grilling accessories such as utensils and grill covers. Weber-Stephen's products are sold at mass merchandisers and home improvement stores, among other retail outlets. Founded in 1951 by George Stephen, the company is owned by the Stephen family. Weber-Stephen also owns three Chicago-area Weber Grill Restaurants that feature -- surprise! -- barbecue.