The Hershey Company is a leading snacking giant that produces and distributes multiple brands of confectionery products, including candy, chocolate bars, cookies, cakes, and other sweet treats. They are headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and operate in over 70 countries worldwide.
Founded by Milton Hershey in 1894
The first Hershey bar produced in 1900
Introduced Hershey's Kisses in 1907
Introduced the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup in 1928
Acquired the H.B. Reese Candy Company in 1963
Expanded to other international markets including Asia, Europe, and South America in the 1980s and 1990s
Acquired multiple brands such as Brookside, Krave Jerky, and Pirate Brands in the 2000s and 2010s
Mars, Incorporated is a privately held global confectionery, pet food, and food products company with headquarters in McLean, Virginia. They are the leading competitor to Hershey and produce multiple brands, including M&Ms, Snickers, Twix, and Dove chocolate.
Nestle S.A. is a Swiss multinational food and drink conglomerate known for producing multiple brands of chocolates and sweets such as KitKat, Crunch, Butterfinger, and Smarties. They are one of the largest food companies in the world and a major competitor to Hershey.
Mondelez International, Inc. is an American multinational confectionery, food, and beverage company based in Chicago, Illinois. They are the parent company of multiple brands, including Cadbury, Milka, Toblerone, Oreo, and Chips Ahoy, and are one of the closest competitors to Hershey.
The classic Hershey's milk chocolate bar is a staple of the Hershey Company, with its creamy milk chocolate and distinctive shape.
One of the most popular candies in the world, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups feature a signature blend of peanut butter and milk chocolate.
A chocolate classic, Hershey's Kisses are small, bite-sized portions of milk, dark, or white chocolate wrapped in foil.
Produced under license from Nestle, Kit Kat Bars are a Hershey's brand in the United States and consist of crispy wafer bars coated in milk chocolate.
The Hershey Company was founded in 1894 by Milton Hershey and has since become a leading snacking giant that produces multiple brands of confectionery products.
The Hershey Company produces multiple brands of candy, chocolate bars, cookies, cakes, and other sweet treats. Some of their most well-known products include Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bars, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Hershey's Kisses, and Kit Kat Bars.
Some of the closest competitors to the Hershey Company include Mars, Incorporated, Nestle S.A., and Mondelez International, Inc.
Hershey products are sold in over 70 countries worldwide and can be found in most grocery stores, convenience stores, and online retailers such as Amazon and Walmart.
The Hershey Company has made a commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing of its ingredients, including cocoa. They have established programs such as the Cocoa For Good program, which aims to improve the lives of cocoa farmers and their communities while promoting sustainable farming practices.