SettingsAmerican food industry businesspeople
Aaron Rubashkin
Abraham Aaron Rubashkin, or Aaron Rubashkin, an ultra-Orthodox Jew of the Lubavitcher hasidic movement born in the Russian town Nevel in the former Soviet Union, is the owner of a kosher b...
Abraham Aaron Rubashkin, or Aaron Rubashkin, an ultra-Orthodox Jew of the Lubavitcher hasidic movement born in the Russian town Nevel in the former Soviet Union, is the owner of a kosher b...
Adolph Coors
Adolph Herman Joseph Coors, Sr. (February 4, 1847 – June 5, 1929) was a real man who started the Adolph Coors Company in Golden, Colorado in 1873.
Adolph Herman Joseph Coors, Sr. (February 4, 1847 – June 5, 1929) was a real man who started the Adolph Coors Company in Golden, Colorado in 1873.
Adolph Coors II
Adolph Herman Joseph Coors, Jr. was the son of Adolph Coors and the second President of Coors Brewing Company.
Adolph Herman Joseph Coors, Jr. was the son of Adolph Coors and the second President of Coors Brewing Company.
Adolph Luetgert
Adolph Louis Luetgert (December 27, 1845-July 1899) was a German-American charged with murdering his wife and dissolving her body in acid in one of his sausage vats at the A.L. Luetgert Sausage ...
Adolph Louis Luetgert (December 27, 1845-July 1899) was a German-American charged with murdering his wife and dissolving her body in acid in one of his sausage vats at the A.L. Luetgert Sausage ...
Adolphus Busch
Colonel Adolphus Busch (10 July 1839–10 October 1913) was the German-born co-founder of Anheuser-Busch with his father-in-law, Eberhard Anheuser.
Colonel Adolphus Busch (10 July 1839–10 October 1913) was the German-born co-founder of Anheuser-Busch with his father-in-law, Eberhard Anheuser.
Al Copeland
Alvin Charles "Al" Copeland (February 2, 1944 – March 23, 2008) was an American entrepreneur who created the Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits fast food chain.
Alvin Charles "Al" Copeland (February 2, 1944 – March 23, 2008) was an American entrepreneur who created the Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits fast food chain.
Albert A. Boyajian
Albert A. Boyajian (born June 4, 1940, Aleppo, Syria) is an American business leader and activist for Armenian causes.
Albert A. Boyajian (born June 4, 1940, Aleppo, Syria) is an American business leader and activist for Armenian causes.
Alex Meruelo
Alex Meruelo is a Cuban-American businessman most widely known as the majority owner of the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball Association.
Alex Meruelo is a Cuban-American businessman most widely known as the majority owner of the Atlanta Hawks of the National Basketball Association.
Alpheus Michael Bowman
Alpheus Michael Bowman (January 11, 1847 – August 3, 1913) was a 19th century American politician and businessman.
Alpheus Michael Bowman (January 11, 1847 – August 3, 1913) was a 19th century American politician and businessman.
Amedeo Obici
Amedeo Obici (July 15, 1877 – May 22, 1947) was an Italian-American businessman who founded the Planters Peanut Company.
Amedeo Obici (July 15, 1877 – May 22, 1947) was an Italian-American businessman who founded the Planters Peanut Company.
Amos Urban Shirk
Amos Urban Shirk (1890? – October 20, 1956) was an American businessman, author and reader of encyclopedias.
Amos Urban Shirk (1890? – October 20, 1956) was an American businessman, author and reader of encyclopedias.
Andrew Watson Armour III
Andrew Watson "Butch" Armour III (October 22, 1908 – December 27, 1991) was a member of the Armour meat-packing family (Armour and Company), a company president, and notable philanthropist who, ...
Andrew Watson "Butch" Armour III (October 22, 1908 – December 27, 1991) was a member of the Armour meat-packing family (Armour and Company), a company president, and notable philanthropist who, ...
Andy Shallal
Anas "Andy" Shallal (born March 21, 1955 in Baghdad, Iraq) is an Iraqi-American artist, activist and restaurateur.
Anas "Andy" Shallal (born March 21, 1955 in Baghdad, Iraq) is an Iraqi-American artist, activist and restaurateur.
Art Whizin
Art Whizin (d. 1994 at age 88) established the Chili Bowl restaurant chain in Los Angeles in 1931, known for its distinctive shape in the form of a chili bowl.
Art Whizin (d. 1994 at age 88) established the Chili Bowl restaurant chain in Los Angeles in 1931, known for its distinctive shape in the form of a chili bowl.
Arthur Perdue
Arthur W. Perdue was the founder of Perdue Farms along with his wife Pearl in 1920.
Arthur W. Perdue was the founder of Perdue Farms along with his wife Pearl in 1920.
Asa G. Candler, Jr.
Asa Griggs "Buddy" Candler, Jr. (August 27, 1880–January 11, 1953, Atlanta) was the eccentric son of Asa Griggs Candler, co-founder of Coca-Cola.
Asa Griggs "Buddy" Candler, Jr. (August 27, 1880–January 11, 1953, Atlanta) was the eccentric son of Asa Griggs Candler, co-founder of Coca-Cola.
Asa Griggs Candler
Asa Griggs Candler (December 30, 1851 – March 12, 1929) was an American business tycoon who made his fortune selling Coca-Cola.
Asa Griggs Candler (December 30, 1851 – March 12, 1929) was an American business tycoon who made his fortune selling Coca-Cola.
Ashok Gadgil
Ashok Gadgil Is Director of the Energy and Environmental Technologies Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of ...
Ashok Gadgil Is Director of the Energy and Environmental Technologies Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of ...
August Anheuser Busch, Sr.
August Anheuser Busch, Sr. (December 29, 1865 - February 10, 1934) was an American brewing magnate who served as the President and CEO of Anheuser-Busch from 1913-1934.
August Anheuser Busch, Sr. (December 29, 1865 - February 10, 1934) was an American brewing magnate who served as the President and CEO of Anheuser-Busch from 1913-1934.
August Busch III
August Anheuser Busch III (born June 16, 1937) is the great-grandson of Anheuser-Busch founder Adolphus Busch and was the company's Chairman until November 30, 2006.
August Anheuser Busch III (born June 16, 1937) is the great-grandson of Anheuser-Busch founder Adolphus Busch and was the company's Chairman until November 30, 2006.
August Busch IV
August Anheuser Busch IV is the former CEO of Anheuser-Busch who ended the family control of the company in 2008 when it was sold to InBev.
August Anheuser Busch IV is the former CEO of Anheuser-Busch who ended the family control of the company in 2008 when it was sold to InBev.
Augustus Jackson
Augustus Jackson, born April 16, 1808, was an African-American candy confectioner from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Augustus Jackson, born April 16, 1808, was an African-American candy confectioner from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Bernard D. Rubin
Bernard D. Rubin was president and chief executive officer of Sweets Company of America, makers of the famous Tootsie Rolls, from 1936 to his death in July 1948.
Bernard D. Rubin was president and chief executive officer of Sweets Company of America, makers of the famous Tootsie Rolls, from 1936 to his death in July 1948.
Bill W. Clayton
Billy Wayne "Bill" Clayton (September 11, 1928–January 6, 2007), was an American politician from West Texas who served as a state legislator for 20 years and was Speaker of the Texas House...
Billy Wayne "Bill" Clayton (September 11, 1928–January 6, 2007), was an American politician from West Texas who served as a state legislator for 20 years and was Speaker of the Texas House...
Blake Chanslor
G. Blake Chanslor was an American businessman and philanthropist who founded the Blake's Lotaburger restaurant chain in 1952.
G. Blake Chanslor was an American businessman and philanthropist who founded the Blake's Lotaburger restaurant chain in 1952.
Burt Baskin
Burt "Butch" Baskin co-founded the Baskin-Robbins ice cream parlor chain in 1946 with his partner and brother-in-law Irv Robbins.
Burt "Butch" Baskin co-founded the Baskin-Robbins ice cream parlor chain in 1946 with his partner and brother-in-law Irv Robbins.
C. Joseph Genster
Charles Joseph Genster (September 5, 1917 – August 17, 2010) was an American business executive at the nutrition company Mead Johnson who oversaw the development and marketing of Metrecal,...
Charles Joseph Genster (September 5, 1917 – August 17, 2010) was an American business executive at the nutrition company Mead Johnson who oversaw the development and marketing of Metrecal,...
C. Michael Harper
C. Michael Harper (born 1927) is a United States businessman who led ConAgra Foods from 1975 to 1993, growing the company by many acquisitions.
C. Michael Harper (born 1927) is a United States businessman who led ConAgra Foods from 1975 to 1993, growing the company by many acquisitions.
C. W. Post
Charles William "C.W." Post, was an American breakfast cereal and foods manufacturer and a pioneer in the prepared-food industry.
Charles William "C.W." Post, was an American breakfast cereal and foods manufacturer and a pioneer in the prepared-food industry.
Cadwallader C. Washburn
Cadwallader Colden Washburn was an American businessman, politician, and soldier noted for founding what would later become General Mills and working in government for Wisconsin.
Cadwallader Colden Washburn was an American businessman, politician, and soldier noted for founding what would later become General Mills and working in government for Wisconsin.
Carl A. Swanson
Carl A. Swanson (May 1, 1879 - October 9, 1949) was the founder of the national food production company, Swanson.
Carl A. Swanson (May 1, 1879 - October 9, 1949) was the founder of the national food production company, Swanson.
Carl Karcher
Carl Nicholas Karcher SMOM was an American businessman, founder of the Carl's Jr. hamburger chain, now owned by parent company CKE Restaurants, Inc.
Carl Nicholas Karcher SMOM was an American businessman, founder of the Carl's Jr. hamburger chain, now owned by parent company CKE Restaurants, Inc.
Carl Ware
Carl Ware is an American businessman and a retired Executive Vice-President of The Coca Cola Company.
Carl Ware is an American businessman and a retired Executive Vice-President of The Coca Cola Company.
Carlos de la Cruz
Carlos M. de la Cruz, Sr. is bading.
Carlos M. de la Cruz, Sr. is bading.
Cartter Lupton
T. Cartter Lupton (1899 - 1977) was an American businessman and Coca-Cola Bottling Company magnate who lived in Chattanooga, Tennessee and founded the Lyndhurst Foundation (formerly The Memorial...
T. Cartter Lupton (1899 - 1977) was an American businessman and Coca-Cola Bottling Company magnate who lived in Chattanooga, Tennessee and founded the Lyndhurst Foundation (formerly The Memorial...
Charles Alden Black
Charles Alden Black (March 6, 1919 – August 4, 2005) was a California businessman known for aquaculture and oceanography, and for his marriage to Shirley Temple Black.
Charles Alden Black (March 6, 1919 – August 4, 2005) was a California businessman known for aquaculture and oceanography, and for his marriage to Shirley Temple Black.
Charles Alfred Pillsbury
Charles Alfred Pillsbury, was a U.S. flour industrialist and the founder & namesake of the Pillsbury Company.
Charles Alfred Pillsbury, was a U.S. flour industrialist and the founder & namesake of the Pillsbury Company.
Charles Elmer Hires
Charles Elmer Hires (August 19, 1851 – July 31, 1937) was an early promoter of commercially prepared root beer.
Charles Elmer Hires (August 19, 1851 – July 31, 1937) was an early promoter of commercially prepared root beer.
Charles F. Shaw
Charles F. Shaw is an American businessman and former winery owner whose name is used for Charles Shaw wine, a brand of inexpensive table wines.
Charles F. Shaw is an American businessman and former winery owner whose name is used for Charles Shaw wine, a brand of inexpensive table wines.
Charles Louis Fleischmann
Charles Louis Fleischmann (November 3, 1835 – December 10, 1897) was an innovative manufacturer of yeast and other consumer food products during the 19th Century.
Charles Louis Fleischmann (November 3, 1835 – December 10, 1897) was an innovative manufacturer of yeast and other consumer food products during the 19th Century.
Christian W.E. Haub
Christian W.E. Haub is the CEO of Montvale, New Jersey's Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company (A&P).
Christian W.E. Haub is the CEO of Montvale, New Jersey's Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company (A&P).
Christian William Feigenspan
Christian William Feigenspan (December 7, 1876 – February 7, 1939) was president of Feigenspan Brewing Company in Newark, New Jersey; president of Federal Trust Company; and president of t...
Christian William Feigenspan (December 7, 1876 – February 7, 1939) was president of Feigenspan Brewing Company in Newark, New Jersey; president of Federal Trust Company; and president of t...
Christopher A. Sinclair
Christopher A. Sinclair (b. September 5, 1950, Hong Kong) is an American businessman.
Christopher A. Sinclair (b. September 5, 1950, Hong Kong) is an American businessman.
Clarence Birdseye
Clarence Frank Birdseye II was an American inventor who is considered the founder of modern day frozen food.
Clarence Frank Birdseye II was an American inventor who is considered the founder of modern day frozen food.
Clement L. Hirsch
Clement Lang Hirsch was an American businessman and a prominent Thoroughbred racehorse owner who co-founded Oak Tree Racing Association.
Clement Lang Hirsch was an American businessman and a prominent Thoroughbred racehorse owner who co-founded Oak Tree Racing Association.
Clifford Hansen
Clifford Peter Hansen (October 16, 1912 October 20, 2009) was a Republican politician from the American state of Wyoming.
Clifford Peter Hansen (October 16, 1912 October 20, 2009) was a Republican politician from the American state of Wyoming.
Colonel Sanders
Harland David "Colonel" Sanders was an American fast food businessman who founded the Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant chain.
Harland David "Colonel" Sanders was an American fast food businessman who founded the Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant chain.
Dan Bane
Dan Bane (born c.1947) is the Chairman and CEO of Trader Joe's.
Dan Bane (born c.1947) is the Chairman and CEO of Trader Joe's.
Dave Barham
Dave Barham (June 13, 1913–1991) was an American business entrepreneur who founded the fast-food chain, Hot Dog on a Stick.
Dave Barham (June 13, 1913–1991) was an American business entrepreneur who founded the fast-food chain, Hot Dog on a Stick.
Dave Thomas (American businessman)
R. David "Dave" Thomas was an American fast-food tycoon and philanthropist.
R. David "Dave" Thomas was an American fast-food tycoon and philanthropist.
David Brandon
David A. Brandon is the director of intercollegiate athletics for the University of Michigan.
David A. Brandon is the director of intercollegiate athletics for the University of Michigan.
David G. Mugar
David G. Mugar is an Armenian-American businessman and philanthropist from Belmont, Massachusetts.
David G. Mugar is an Armenian-American businessman and philanthropist from Belmont, Massachusetts.
David H. Burrell
David Hamlin Burrell (1841 - 1919) was an American industrialist, inventor, and philanthropist based in Little Falls, New York.
David Hamlin Burrell (1841 - 1919) was an American industrialist, inventor, and philanthropist based in Little Falls, New York.
David Merage
David Merage is an American businessman and venture philanthropist who co-founded the frozen microwave snack Hot Pockets.
David Merage is an American businessman and venture philanthropist who co-founded the frozen microwave snack Hot Pockets.
David Swinford
David Anthony Swinford (born June 28, 1941) is an agricultural consultant from the Texas Panhandle who is an influential but departing Republican member of the Texas House of Representatives.
David Anthony Swinford (born June 28, 1941) is an agricultural consultant from the Texas Panhandle who is an influential but departing Republican member of the Texas House of Representatives.
Dawn Sweeney
Dawn Sweeney is the President & CEO of the largest trade group for the U.S. restaurant industry, the National Restaurant Association.
Dawn Sweeney is the President & CEO of the largest trade group for the U.S. restaurant industry, the National Restaurant Association.
Dawnine Dyer
Dawnine Sample Dyer (born July 3, 1950) is an American winemaker who pioneered the use of Champagne making methods (Methode Champenoise) in California’s fledgling sparkling wine industry in the ...
Dawnine Sample Dyer (born July 3, 1950) is an American winemaker who pioneered the use of Champagne making methods (Methode Champenoise) in California’s fledgling sparkling wine industry in the ...
Donald Goerke
Donald Edward Goerke (August 8, 1926 – January 10, 2010) was an American business executive and food developer.
Donald Edward Goerke (August 8, 1926 – January 10, 2010) was an American business executive and food developer.
Donald N. Smith
Donald Smith was an influential restaurant executive for McDonald's, Burger King and other fast food franchise restaurants in the latter half of the 20th century.
Donald Smith was an influential restaurant executive for McDonald's, Burger King and other fast food franchise restaurants in the latter half of the 20th century.
Dumarsais Simeus
Dumarsais Mécène Siméus (also Dumas Siméus), born in 1939, is a Haitian-born and U.S. naturalized businessman from Texas.
Dumarsais Mécène Siméus (also Dumas Siméus), born in 1939, is a Haitian-born and U.S. naturalized businessman from Texas.
E. D. Hill
E. D. Hill is an American businessperson and journalist.
E. D. Hill is an American businessperson and journalist.
E. H. Dyer
Ebenezer Herrick Dyer (April 17, 1822 – 1906) was an American businessman who established the first successful commercial beet sugar mill in the U.S., and as such was called the "father of the A...
Ebenezer Herrick Dyer (April 17, 1822 – 1906) was an American businessman who established the first successful commercial beet sugar mill in the U.S., and as such was called the "father of the A...
E. Neville Isdell
Edward Neville Isdell (born June 8, 1944, in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland) is an Irish businessman, former chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company.
Edward Neville Isdell (born June 8, 1944, in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland) is an Irish businessman, former chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company.
E. W. Kelley
Estel Wood "Ed" Kelley (1917–2003) is considered the "modern day" founder of Steak 'n Shake, a chain of sit-down, old-fashioned style restaurants known for their Steakburgers and hand-dipped mil...
Estel Wood "Ed" Kelley (1917–2003) is considered the "modern day" founder of Steak 'n Shake, a chain of sit-down, old-fashioned style restaurants known for their Steakburgers and hand-dipped mil...
Edson Bradley
Edson Bradley, Jr. (May 9, 1852 – June 20, 1935) was president of W.A. Gaines and Company of Frankfort, Kentucky.
Edson Bradley, Jr. (May 9, 1852 – June 20, 1935) was president of W.A. Gaines and Company of Frankfort, Kentucky.
Edward V. Hartford
Edward Vassallo Hartford was the Founder and President of the Hartford Suspension Company who profected the automobile shock absorber.
Edward Vassallo Hartford was the Founder and President of the Hartford Suspension Company who profected the automobile shock absorber.
Eli M. Black
E. M. Black was a Jewish-American businessman who controlled the United Brands Company.
E. M. Black was a Jewish-American businessman who controlled the United Brands Company.
Esther Snyder
Esther Lavelle Snyder (née Johnson) (1920 – August 4, 2006) founded In-N-Out Burger, with her husband Harry Snyder, in 1948.
Esther Lavelle Snyder (née Johnson) (1920 – August 4, 2006) founded In-N-Out Burger, with her husband Harry Snyder, in 1948.
Ettore Boiardi
Ettore "Hector" Boiardi was the Italian-born chef famous for his eponymous brand of food products, named Chef Boyardee.
Ettore "Hector" Boiardi was the Italian-born chef famous for his eponymous brand of food products, named Chef Boyardee.
Eugene Selvage
Eugene "Gene" S. Selvage (1896–1993) was the owner of Lucky Lager Brewing Company and a founder of the Lucky International Open.
Eugene "Gene" S. Selvage (1896–1993) was the owner of Lucky Lager Brewing Company and a founder of the Lucky International Open.
F. Nelson Blount
F. Nelson Blount (1918-1967) was president and founder of Blount Seafood Corporation, and as a millionaire collector of vintage steam locomotives and rail cars, he founded Steamtown, USA, which...
F. Nelson Blount (1918-1967) was president and founder of Blount Seafood Corporation, and as a millionaire collector of vintage steam locomotives and rail cars, he founded Steamtown, USA, which...
Farrah Gray
Farrah Gray is an American businessman, investor, philanthropist, author, syndicated columnist, and motivational speaker.
Farrah Gray is an American businessman, investor, philanthropist, author, syndicated columnist, and motivational speaker.
Forrest Mars, Sr.
Forrest Edward Mars, Sr. (March 21, 1904 – July 1, 1999) was the driving force of the Mars candy empire.
Forrest Edward Mars, Sr. (March 21, 1904 – July 1, 1999) was the driving force of the Mars candy empire.
Frank Mason Robinson
Frank Mason Robinson (1845 in Corinth, Maine – 1923 in Atlanta, Georgia), was an important early marketer of what became known as Coca-Cola.
Frank Mason Robinson (1845 in Corinth, Maine – 1923 in Atlanta, Georgia), was an important early marketer of what became known as Coca-Cola.
Frank Perdue
Franklin Parsons "Frank" Perdue (May 9, 1920 – March 31, 2005), born in Salisbury, Maryland, was for many years the president and CEO of Perdue Farms, now one of the largest ch...
Franklin Parsons "Frank" Perdue (May 9, 1920 – March 31, 2005), born in Salisbury, Maryland, was for many years the president and CEO of Perdue Farms, now one of the largest ch...
Franklin Clarence Mars
Franklin Clarence Mars, sometimes known as Frank C. Mars, was an American business magnate who founded the food company Mars, Incorporated, which makes mostly chocolate candy.
Franklin Clarence Mars, sometimes known as Frank C. Mars, was an American business magnate who founded the food company Mars, Incorporated, which makes mostly chocolate candy.
Fred DeLuca
Frederick "Fred" DeLuca is an American businessman, best known as the co-founder of the Subway franchise of sandwich restaurants.
Frederick "Fred" DeLuca is an American businessman, best known as the co-founder of the Subway franchise of sandwich restaurants.
Fred Miller (American football, born 1906)
Fred Miller (January 26, 1906 – December 17, 1954) was an All American college football offensive tackle.
Fred Miller (January 26, 1906 – December 17, 1954) was an All American college football offensive tackle.
Frederick C. Kulow
Frederick C. Kulow (born in 1925, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; died December 2, 2004 in New London, New Hampshire) was an independent U.S. businessman who founded several businessess focusing primar...
Frederick C. Kulow (born in 1925, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; died December 2, 2004 in New London, New Hampshire) was an independent U.S. businessman who founded several businessess focusing primar...
Frederick Krug
Frederick Krug (1855 – November 18, 1930) was the German-immigrant founder of the Frederick Krug Brewing Company of Omaha, Nebraska.
Frederick Krug (1855 – November 18, 1930) was the German-immigrant founder of the Frederick Krug Brewing Company of Omaha, Nebraska.
Frederick Metz
Frederick Metz (1832 - 1901) founded and owned the Metz Brewery in Omaha, Nebraska for forty years.
Frederick Metz (1832 - 1901) founded and owned the Metz Brewery in Omaha, Nebraska for forty years.
Frederick Pabst
Frederick Pabst was a German-American brewer who founded the Pabst Brewing Company.
Frederick Pabst was a German-American brewer who founded the Pabst Brewing Company.
Gary Rodkin
Gary Rodkin is the current CEO and President of ConAgra Foods, one of the largest food processing companies in North America.
Gary Rodkin is the current CEO and President of ConAgra Foods, one of the largest food processing companies in North America.
George Hunter (Coca-Cola bottler)
George Thomas Hunter (1886 – 1950) was a businessman and philanthropist in Chattanooga, Tennessee who inherited and ran the Coca-Cola Bottling empire from his uncle Benjamin Thomas.
George Thomas Hunter (1886 – 1950) was a businessman and philanthropist in Chattanooga, Tennessee who inherited and ran the Coca-Cola Bottling empire from his uncle Benjamin Thomas.
George L. Tews
George L. Tews was a machinist, businessman and real estate broker from Milwaukee, Wisconsin who served three non-continuous terms as a Socialist member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.
George L. Tews was a machinist, businessman and real estate broker from Milwaukee, Wisconsin who served three non-continuous terms as a Socialist member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.
George Ludlum Hartford
George Ludlum Hartford was an executive with the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company and successor to his father, George Huntington Hartford with brother John Augustine Hartford.
George Ludlum Hartford was an executive with the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company and successor to his father, George Huntington Hartford with brother John Augustine Hartford.
George Newell Armsby
George Newell Armsby (also known as George N. Armsby and George Armsby) (10 August 1876 in Evanston, Illinois – 24 March 1942 in New York City, New York) was an American entrepreneur...
George Newell Armsby (also known as George N. Armsby and George Armsby) (10 August 1876 in Evanston, Illinois – 24 March 1942 in New York City, New York) was an American entrepreneur...
George Shima
George Shima (1864–1926) was a Japanese American businessman in California who became the first Japanese American millionaire.
George Shima (1864–1926) was a Japanese American businessman in California who became the first Japanese American millionaire.
George W. Church, Sr.
George W. Church, Sr. (? – 1956) is the founder of Church's Chicken.
George W. Church, Sr. (? – 1956) is the founder of Church's Chicken.
George W. Jenkins
George Washington Jenkins, Jr. (September 29, 1907 – April 8, 1996) was an American businessman and philanthropist who founded Publix Super Markets.
George Washington Jenkins, Jr. (September 29, 1907 – April 8, 1996) was an American businessman and philanthropist who founded Publix Super Markets.
Glen Bell
Glen William Bell, Jr. was an American businessman who founded the fast food chain Taco Bell.
Glen William Bell, Jr. was an American businessman who founded the fast food chain Taco Bell.
Gordon Bowker
Gordon Bowker is an American entrepreneur.
Gordon Bowker is an American entrepreneur.
Gottlieb Storz
Gottlieb Storz (1852 - 1939) was a pioneer entrepreneur in Omaha, Nebraska.
Gottlieb Storz (1852 - 1939) was a pioneer entrepreneur in Omaha, Nebraska.
Grady Auvil
Grady Auvil was the founder of the Auvil Fruit Company.
Grady Auvil was the founder of the Auvil Fruit Company.
Gussie Busch
August "Gussie" Anheuser Busch, Jr. (March 28, 1899 – September 29, 1989) was an American brewing magnate who built the Anheuser-Busch Companies into the largest brewery in the world as co...
August "Gussie" Anheuser Busch, Jr. (March 28, 1899 – September 29, 1989) was an American brewing magnate who built the Anheuser-Busch Companies into the largest brewery in the world as co...
Gust E. Lundberg
Gust E. "Brick" Lundberg (February 7, 1920 - March 1977) was the founder of the Sandy's fast-food restaurant chain and Laureate of the American National Business Hall of Fame.
Gust E. "Brick" Lundberg (February 7, 1920 - March 1977) was the founder of the Sandy's fast-food restaurant chain and Laureate of the American National Business Hall of Fame.
H. J. Heinz II
Henry John Heinz II (1908–1987), best known as Jack Heinz, was an American business executive and CEO of the H. J. Heinz Company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.
Henry John Heinz II (1908–1987), best known as Jack Heinz, was an American business executive and CEO of the H. J. Heinz Company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.
Hala Moddelmog
Hala Moddelmog (born January 3, 1956, in Georgia, U.S.A.) is President of Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc., effective May 20, 2010, reporting to Wendy’s/Arby’s Group President and Chief Executive O...
Hala Moddelmog (born January 3, 1956, in Georgia, U.S.A.) is President of Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc., effective May 20, 2010, reporting to Wendy’s/Arby’s Group President and Chief Executive O...
Harrison Woodhull Crosby
Harrison Woodhull Crosby of Jamesburg, New Jersey was the first to can tomatoes commercially in 1847.
Harrison Woodhull Crosby of Jamesburg, New Jersey was the first to can tomatoes commercially in 1847.
Harry Burt
Harry B. Burt (1875 – 1926) was an American confectioner who developed the ice-cream novelty known as the Good Humor bar.
Harry B. Burt (1875 – 1926) was an American confectioner who developed the ice-cream novelty known as the Good Humor bar.
Henry Burns
Henry Lee Burns is a freshman Republican member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from District 9 in Bossier Parish in northwestern Louisiana.
Henry Lee Burns is a freshman Republican member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from District 9 in Bossier Parish in northwestern Louisiana.
Henry Ferdinand Riefle
Henry Ferdinand Riefle (May 15, 1812 - May 6, 1862), was a butcher and leading citizen of Baltimore, Maryland.
Henry Ferdinand Riefle (May 15, 1812 - May 6, 1862), was a butcher and leading citizen of Baltimore, Maryland.
Henry Osborne Havemeyer
Henry Osborne Havemeyer (1847–1907) was an American entrepreneur who founded the American Sugar Refining Company in 1891.
Henry Osborne Havemeyer (1847–1907) was an American entrepreneur who founded the American Sugar Refining Company in 1891.
Henry Parsons Crowell
Henry Parsons Crowell (1855–1943) was an American businessman, founder of the Quaker Oats Company and a philanthropist.
Henry Parsons Crowell (1855–1943) was an American businessman, founder of the Quaker Oats Company and a philanthropist.
Herb Peterson
Herbert Ralph "Herb" Peterson (January 5, 1919 – March 25, 2008) was an American fast food executive and food scientist most known for being the inventor of the McDonald's Egg McMuffin in 1972.
Herbert Ralph "Herb" Peterson (January 5, 1919 – March 25, 2008) was an American fast food executive and food scientist most known for being the inventor of the McDonald's Egg McMuffin in 1972.
Howard Deering Johnson
Howard Deering Johnson was an entrepreneur, businessman, and the founder of an American chain of restaurants and motels under one company of the same name, Howard Johnson's.
Howard Deering Johnson was an entrepreneur, businessman, and the founder of an American chain of restaurants and motels under one company of the same name, Howard Johnson's.
Ike Sewell
Issac "Ike" Sewell (September 9, 1903 – August 20, 1990) was an American athlete, businessman, entrepreneur, and founder of the Uno Chicago Grill restaurant chain that originated in Chicag...
Issac "Ike" Sewell (September 9, 1903 – August 20, 1990) was an American athlete, businessman, entrepreneur, and founder of the Uno Chicago Grill restaurant chain that originated in Chicag...
Irv Robbins
Irvine "Irv" Robbins (December 6, 1917 – May 5, 2008) was a Canadian born American businessman.
Irvine "Irv" Robbins (December 6, 1917 – May 5, 2008) was a Canadian born American businessman.
Irving Weber
Irving B. Weber (December 19, 1900—March 16, 1997) was a local athlete, businessman, and historian in Iowa City, Iowa.
Irving B. Weber (December 19, 1900—March 16, 1997) was a local athlete, businessman, and historian in Iowa City, Iowa.
J. A. Folger
James Athearn ("J.A.") Folger (June 17, 1835 – June 26, 1889) was the founder of the Folgers Coffee Company.
James Athearn ("J.A.") Folger (June 17, 1835 – June 26, 1889) was the founder of the Folgers Coffee Company.
J. R. Simplot
John Richard Simplot was the founder of the J. R. Simplot Company, an agricultural supplier specializing in potato products, based in Boise, Idaho.
John Richard Simplot was the founder of the J. R. Simplot Company, an agricultural supplier specializing in potato products, based in Boise, Idaho.
James Ford Bell
James Ford Bell (August 16, 1879 – May 7, 1961) was an American business leader and philanthropist who served as president of General Mills from 1928 to 1934 and chairman from 1934 to 1948.
James Ford Bell (August 16, 1879 – May 7, 1961) was an American business leader and philanthropist who served as president of General Mills from 1928 to 1934 and chairman from 1934 to 1948.
James Harold Seley
James Harold "Hal" Seley (April 19, 1906 – September 22, 1994) was an American businessman.
James Harold "Hal" Seley (April 19, 1906 – September 22, 1994) was an American businessman.
James Vernor
James Vernor, Sr. was an American pharmacist and druggist who invented Vernor's ginger ale in 1866.
James Vernor, Sr. was an American pharmacist and druggist who invented Vernor's ginger ale in 1866.
Janie Quinn
Janie Quinn is the Founder of Essential Eating, a family of green companies including Essential Eating Lifestyle and Cooking School, Essential Eating Sprouted Foods and Essential Environments.
Janie Quinn is the Founder of Essential Eating, a family of green companies including Essential Eating Lifestyle and Cooking School, Essential Eating Sprouted Foods and Essential Environments.
Jeffrey Chodorow
Jeffrey Chodorow (born March 2, 1950 in New York City, New York) is an American restaurateur and financier.
Jeffrey Chodorow (born March 2, 1950 in New York City, New York) is an American restaurateur and financier.
Jenny Craig (entrepreneur)
Jenny Craig is an American weight loss guru and founder of Jenny Craig, Inc. Craig was raised in New Orleans and married Sidney Harvey Craig in 1979.
Jenny Craig is an American weight loss guru and founder of Jenny Craig, Inc. Craig was raised in New Orleans and married Sidney Harvey Craig in 1979.
Jeno Paulucci
Jeno F. Paulucci (July 5, 1918 – November 24, 2011) was an American businessman and entrepreneur.
Jeno F. Paulucci (July 5, 1918 – November 24, 2011) was an American businessman and entrepreneur.
Jerry Baldwin
Jerry Baldwin, along with Gordon Bowker and Zev Siegl, founded Starbucks in Seattle in 1971.
Jerry Baldwin, along with Gordon Bowker and Zev Siegl, founded Starbucks in Seattle in 1971.
Jerry Greenfield
Jerry Greenfield (born March 14, 1951) is a co-founder of Ben & Jerry's Homemade Holdings, Inc.
Jerry Greenfield (born March 14, 1951) is a co-founder of Ben & Jerry's Homemade Holdings, Inc.
Jilly Rizzo
Ermenigildo "Jilly" Rizzo (May 6, 1917 – May 6, 1992) was an American restaurateur and entertainer.
Ermenigildo "Jilly" Rizzo (May 6, 1917 – May 6, 1992) was an American restaurateur and entertainer.
Jim Hensley
James Willis "Jim" Hensley (April 12, 1920 – June 21, 2000) was an American businessman in the beer industry.
James Willis "Jim" Hensley (April 12, 1920 – June 21, 2000) was an American businessman in the beer industry.
Jim Herr
James S. "Jim" Herr (1924 – April 5, 2012) was an American businessman who founded Herr's Snacks, which manufacturers potato chips and other snack foods.
James S. "Jim" Herr (1924 – April 5, 2012) was an American businessman who founded Herr's Snacks, which manufacturers potato chips and other snack foods.
Jim Humphreys
James O'Neill Humphreys, Sr., usually known as Jim Humphreys (February 28, 1921 – June 9, 2007), was a prominent Texas rancher and the former board chairman of the National Ranching Herita...
James O'Neill Humphreys, Sr., usually known as Jim Humphreys (February 28, 1921 – June 9, 2007), was a prominent Texas rancher and the former board chairman of the National Ranching Herita...
Jim Keet
James Holland Keet, known as Jim Keet, is a restaurant owner in Little Rock, Arkansas, a former member of the Arkansas House of Representatives and the Arkansas State Senate.
James Holland Keet, known as Jim Keet, is a restaurant owner in Little Rock, Arkansas, a former member of the Arkansas House of Representatives and the Arkansas State Senate.
Jim Perdue
Jim Perdue has been the Chairman and advertising spokesman of Perdue Farms since 1991.
Jim Perdue has been the Chairman and advertising spokesman of Perdue Farms since 1991.
Jimmy Cefalo
James Carmen Cefalo, (born October 6, 1956, in Pittston, Pennsylvania, U.S.), is an American Journalist, news broadcaster and sports broadcaster, radio talk show host, Voice of the Miami Dolphin...
James Carmen Cefalo, (born October 6, 1956, in Pittston, Pennsylvania, U.S.), is an American Journalist, news broadcaster and sports broadcaster, radio talk show host, Voice of the Miami Dolphin...
Jimmy Dean
Jimmy Ray Dean was an American country music singer, television host, actor and businessman.
Jimmy Ray Dean was an American country music singer, television host, actor and businessman.
Joan Kroc
Joan Beverly Kroc was the third wife of McDonald's CEO Ray Kroc and a philanthropist.
Joan Beverly Kroc was the third wife of McDonald's CEO Ray Kroc and a philanthropist.
Joe Coulombe
Joe Coulombe (born June 3, 1930) is an American enterpreneur.
Joe Coulombe (born June 3, 1930) is an American enterpreneur.
Joe Rogers, Sr.
Joe Rogers, Sr. is an American businessman, one of the two founders of Waffle House, the other being Tom Forkner.
Joe Rogers, Sr. is an American businessman, one of the two founders of Waffle House, the other being Tom Forkner.
John Flournoy Montgomery
John Flournoy Montgomery was an American businessman and diplomat.
John Flournoy Montgomery was an American businessman and diplomat.
John Harvey Kellogg
John Harvey Kellogg was an American medical doctor in Battle Creek, Michigan, who ran a sanitarium using holistic methods, with a particular focus on nutrition, enemas and exercise.
John Harvey Kellogg was an American medical doctor in Battle Creek, Michigan, who ran a sanitarium using holistic methods, with a particular focus on nutrition, enemas and exercise.
John Hickenlooper
John Wright Hickenlooper is an American politician and current Governor of Colorado.
John Wright Hickenlooper is an American politician and current Governor of Colorado.
John M. Mugar
John M. Mugar (1914–2007) president and chairman of the Star Market chain of supermarkets in New England and prominent member of the Mugar family of Greater Boston, was born April 5, 1914, in Bo...
John M. Mugar (1914–2007) president and chairman of the Star Market chain of supermarkets in New England and prominent member of the Mugar family of Greater Boston, was born April 5, 1914, in Bo...
John Rusling Block
John Rusling Block (born February 15, 1935 in Galesburg, Illinois) was Secretary of Agriculture under former President Ronald Reagan and is currently a lobbyist.
John Rusling Block (born February 15, 1935 in Galesburg, Illinois) was Secretary of Agriculture under former President Ronald Reagan and is currently a lobbyist.
John Taylor (Taylor Ham)
John Taylor (October 6, 1836 – February 10, 1909) was an American businessman and politician who served in the New Jersey Senate.
John Taylor (October 6, 1836 – February 10, 1909) was an American businessman and politician who served in the New Jersey Senate.
John Thompson Dorrance
John Thompson Dorrance B.S., Ph.D. was an American chemist and soup businessman.
John Thompson Dorrance B.S., Ph.D. was an American chemist and soup businessman.
John W. Tyson
John W. Tyson was an American businessman, the founder of American multinational corporation Tyson Foods and, from 1935 until his death in 1967, its Chief Executive Officer.
John W. Tyson was an American businessman, the founder of American multinational corporation Tyson Foods and, from 1935 until his death in 1967, its Chief Executive Officer.
Joseph Schlitz
Joseph Schlitz (May 15, 1831 – May 7, 1875) was a German entrepreneur who made his fortune in the brewing industry.
Joseph Schlitz (May 15, 1831 – May 7, 1875) was a German entrepreneur who made his fortune in the brewing industry.
Karen Ross
Karen Ross, is the Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
Karen Ross, is the Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
Lee Bickmore
Lee Smith Bickmore (1908-1986) was the CEO of Nabisco.
Lee Smith Bickmore (1908-1986) was the CEO of Nabisco.
Leeann Chin (restaurateur)
Leeann Chin (February 13, 1933 — March 10, 2010) was a Chinese-born American restaurateur, entrepreneur and businesswoman who founded the Leeann Chin restaurant chain in the Minneapolis metropol...
Leeann Chin (February 13, 1933 — March 10, 2010) was a Chinese-born American restaurateur, entrepreneur and businesswoman who founded the Leeann Chin restaurant chain in the Minneapolis metropol...
Leo Stefanos
Leo Stefanos was the owner of Dove Candies & Ice Cream in Chicago and the inventor of the DoveBar.
Leo Stefanos was the owner of Dove Candies & Ice Cream in Chicago and the inventor of the DoveBar.
Lettie Pate Whitehead Evans
Letitia "Lettie" Pate Whitehead Evans (born Letitia Pate in 1872, died November 14, 1953) was an American businesswoman and philanthropist.
Letitia "Lettie" Pate Whitehead Evans (born Letitia Pate in 1872, died November 14, 1953) was an American businesswoman and philanthropist.
Lillian Harris Dean
Lillian Harris Dean was an African-American cook and entrepreneur who became a minor national celebrity in the 1920s for bringing the cuisine of Harlem to national attention.
Lillian Harris Dean was an African-American cook and entrepreneur who became a minor national celebrity in the 1920s for bringing the cuisine of Harlem to national attention.
Lloyd Rigler
Lloyd Rigler was an American businessman and philanthropist.
Lloyd Rigler was an American businessman and philanthropist.
Louis J. Michot
Louis Joseph Michot, Jr., was a businessman, philanthropist, and a politician from Lafayette, Louisiana.
Louis Joseph Michot, Jr., was a businessman, philanthropist, and a politician from Lafayette, Louisiana.
Lovie Yancey
Lovie Yancey (January 3, 1912 – January 26, 2008) was the American founder of the Fatburger restaurant chain.
Lovie Yancey (January 3, 1912 – January 26, 2008) was the American founder of the Fatburger restaurant chain.
Margaret Rudkin
Margaret Rudkin, of Fairfield, Connecticut, was the founder of Pepperidge Farm.
Margaret Rudkin, of Fairfield, Connecticut, was the founder of Pepperidge Farm.
Mel Haber
Mel Haber (born October 24, 1936 in Brooklyn, New York) is the owner and proprietor of the Ingleside Inn and Melvyn's Restaurant in Palm Springs, California since 1975.
Mel Haber (born October 24, 1936 in Brooklyn, New York) is the owner and proprietor of the Ingleside Inn and Melvyn's Restaurant in Palm Springs, California since 1975.
Michael Diversey
Michael Diversey (born Diversy; December 10, 1810 – December 12, 1869) was an American beer brewer, owner of the Diversey Beer Brewery.
Michael Diversey (born Diversy; December 10, 1810 – December 12, 1869) was an American beer brewer, owner of the Diversey Beer Brewery.
Michael P. Clayton
Michael P. Clayton (aka Mike Clayton) is an American businessman who is the CEO and co-founder of HYATS, LLC, franchisor of Hogi Yogi, Teriyaki Stix, and Yoasis.
Michael P. Clayton (aka Mike Clayton) is an American businessman who is the CEO and co-founder of HYATS, LLC, franchisor of Hogi Yogi, Teriyaki Stix, and Yoasis.
Michael Warehime
Michael Warehime is the Chairman of Snyder's of Hanover.
Michael Warehime is the Chairman of Snyder's of Hanover.
Mike Ilitch
Michael "Mike" Ilitch Sr. is an American entrepreneur, founder and owner of the international fast food franchise Little Caesars Pizza.
Michael "Mike" Ilitch Sr. is an American entrepreneur, founder and owner of the international fast food franchise Little Caesars Pizza.
Mildred Ellen Orton
Mildred Ellen Orton (February 9, 1911 – May 6, 2010) was an American businesswoman and author who co-founded the Vermont Country Store with her husband, Vrest Orton, in Weston, Vermont, in 1946.
Mildred Ellen Orton (February 9, 1911 – May 6, 2010) was an American businesswoman and author who co-founded the Vermont Country Store with her husband, Vrest Orton, in Weston, Vermont, in 1946.
Milton S. Hershey
Milton Snavely Hershey was an American confectioner, philanthropist, and founder of The Hershey Chocolate Company and the "company town" of Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Milton Snavely Hershey was an American confectioner, philanthropist, and founder of The Hershey Chocolate Company and the "company town" of Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Minor Cooper Keith
Minor Cooper Keith (January 19, 1848 – June 14, 1929) was a U.S. railroad, fruit, and shipping magnate whose business activities had a profound impact in Central America and in Colombia.
Minor Cooper Keith (January 19, 1848 – June 14, 1929) was a U.S. railroad, fruit, and shipping magnate whose business activities had a profound impact in Central America and in Colombia.
Montie Ritchie
Montgomery Harrison Wadsworth Ritchie (December 2, 1910 – July 19, 1999), known as Montie Ritchie, was a dual British subject and American citizen who became a leading cattle rancher and ...
Montgomery Harrison Wadsworth Ritchie (December 2, 1910 – July 19, 1999), known as Montie Ritchie, was a dual British subject and American citizen who became a leading cattle rancher and ...
Murdo MacKenzie
Murdo Mackenzie (April 24, 1850 near Tain, Ross-shire, Scotland – May 30, 1939 in Denver, Colorado) was twice (1891-1901 and 1922-1937) manager of the Scots-owned Matador Land and Cattle Company...
Murdo Mackenzie (April 24, 1850 near Tain, Ross-shire, Scotland – May 30, 1939 in Denver, Colorado) was twice (1891-1901 and 1922-1937) manager of the Scots-owned Matador Land and Cattle Company...
Murray Handwerker
Murray Handwerker was an American businessman who expanded Nathan's Famous, a fast food restaurant specializing in hot dogs, from a family-owned hot dog stand to a nationally franchised chain.
Murray Handwerker was an American businessman who expanded Nathan's Famous, a fast food restaurant specializing in hot dogs, from a family-owned hot dog stand to a nationally franchised chain.
Murray Klein
Murray Klein (March 25, 1923 – December 6, 2007) was a Jewish American entrepreneur who helped transform New York City's famous Zabar's speciality food emporium from a small Jewish delicat...
Murray Klein (March 25, 1923 – December 6, 2007) was a Jewish American entrepreneur who helped transform New York City's famous Zabar's speciality food emporium from a small Jewish delicat...
Napoleon Periolat
Napoleon Periolat was a Chicago businessman in the mid-19th century, founder of the 1850 Periolat brewery in Wheeling, Illinois, and grandfather of George Periolat.
Napoleon Periolat was a Chicago businessman in the mid-19th century, founder of the 1850 Periolat brewery in Wheeling, Illinois, and grandfather of George Periolat.
Nathan Cummings
Nathan Cummings (1896–1985) was the founder of Consolidated Foods, which later became known by one of its product lines, Sara Lee Corporation.
Nathan Cummings (1896–1985) was the founder of Consolidated Foods, which later became known by one of its product lines, Sara Lee Corporation.
Nathan Handwerker
Nathan's Famous is a company that operates a chain of U.S.-based fast food restaurants specializing in hot dogs.
Nathan's Famous is a company that operates a chain of U.S.-based fast food restaurants specializing in hot dogs.
Norah Sharpe Stone
Norah Sharpe Stone is a philanthropist, vintner, and collector of modern and contemporary art — a distinction which she shares with husband Norman C. Stone.
Norah Sharpe Stone is a philanthropist, vintner, and collector of modern and contemporary art — a distinction which she shares with husband Norman C. Stone.
Norman C. Stone
Norman C. Stone (born April 28, 1939) is a psychotherapist, philanthropist, vintner and major American collector of modern and contemporary art.
Norman C. Stone (born April 28, 1939) is a psychotherapist, philanthropist, vintner and major American collector of modern and contemporary art.
Orville Redenbacher
Orville Clarence Redenbacher was an American businessman most often associated with the brand of popcorn that bears his name.
Orville Clarence Redenbacher was an American businessman most often associated with the brand of popcorn that bears his name.
Oscar F. Mayer
Oscar Ferdinand Mayer was a German American who founded the processed-meat firm Oscar Mayer that bears his name.
Oscar Ferdinand Mayer was a German American who founded the processed-meat firm Oscar Mayer that bears his name.
Oscar G. Mayer, Jr.
Oscar Gustave Mayer (March 16, 1914 – July 6, 2009) was an American business executive who served as chairman of the Oscar Mayer meat and cold cut production company headquartered in Madis...
Oscar Gustave Mayer (March 16, 1914 – July 6, 2009) was an American business executive who served as chairman of the Oscar Mayer meat and cold cut production company headquartered in Madis...
Oscar G. Mayer, Sr.
Oscar Gottfried Mayer, Sr. (ca.
Oscar Gottfried Mayer, Sr. (ca.
Otto Frederick Rohwedder
Otto Frederick Rohwedder (July 7, 1880 – November 8, 1960) is an American inventor and engineer who created the first automatic bread-slicing machine for commercial use.
Otto Frederick Rohwedder (July 7, 1880 – November 8, 1960) is an American inventor and engineer who created the first automatic bread-slicing machine for commercial use.
Paul Helms
Paul Joy Helms was an American executive in the baking industry and sports philanthropist.
Paul Joy Helms was an American executive in the baking industry and sports philanthropist.
Paul Newman
Paul Leonard Newman was an American actor, film director, entrepreneur, humanitarian, professional racing driver, auto racing team owner, and auto racing enthusiast.
Paul Leonard Newman was an American actor, film director, entrepreneur, humanitarian, professional racing driver, auto racing team owner, and auto racing enthusiast.
Peter Ballantine
Peter Ballantine (November 16, 1791 – January 23, 1883) was founder of Patterson & Ballantine Brewing Company in 1840 in Newark, New Jersey.
Peter Ballantine (November 16, 1791 – January 23, 1883) was founder of Patterson & Ballantine Brewing Company in 1840 in Newark, New Jersey.
Peter Folger
Peter Folger (December 26, 1905- August 27, 1980) was an American coffee heir, socialite, and member of the prominent United States Folger family.
Peter Folger (December 26, 1905- August 27, 1980) was an American coffee heir, socialite, and member of the prominent United States Folger family.
Peter J. Taggares
Peter J. Taggares was one of the wealthiest and most influential farmers in Washington State.
Peter J. Taggares was one of the wealthiest and most influential farmers in Washington State.
Peter P. Straub
Peter P. Straub (Born 28 June 1850 in Felldorf Starzach, Baden-Württemberg, Germany) is the founder of the Straub Brewery in St. Mary's, Pennsylvania.
Peter P. Straub (Born 28 June 1850 in Felldorf Starzach, Baden-Württemberg, Germany) is the founder of the Straub Brewery in St. Mary's, Pennsylvania.
Philip Schram
Philip Schram is the President and CEO of Buffalo Wings and Rings, LLC.
Philip Schram is the President and CEO of Buffalo Wings and Rings, LLC.
Philip W. Pillsbury
Philip Winston Pillsbury was chairman emeritus of the Pillsbury Co. He was a member of the Yale College Class of 1924.
Philip Winston Pillsbury was chairman emeritus of the Pillsbury Co. He was a member of the Yale College Class of 1924.
Ray Kroc
Raymond Albert "Ray" Kroc (October 5, 1902 – January 14, 1984) was an American businessman who joined McDonald's in 1954 and built it into the most successful fast food operation in the world.
Raymond Albert "Ray" Kroc (October 5, 1902 – January 14, 1984) was an American businessman who joined McDonald's in 1954 and built it into the most successful fast food operation in the world.
Raymond V. Haysbert
Raymond V. Haysbert Sr. was a prominent African-American business executive and civil rights leader during the second half of the 20th century in Baltimore, Maryland.
Raymond V. Haysbert Sr. was a prominent African-American business executive and civil rights leader during the second half of the 20th century in Baltimore, Maryland.
Reuben and Rose Mattus
Reuben and Rose Mattus were Polish American entrepreneurs who founded the Häagen-Dazs ice cream business.
Reuben and Rose Mattus were Polish American entrepreneurs who founded the Häagen-Dazs ice cream business.
Rich Iott
Richard Bradley "Rich" Iott (born October 25, 1951) was the 2010 Republican nominee for United States Representative for Ohio's 9th District.
Richard Bradley "Rich" Iott (born October 25, 1951) was the 2010 Republican nominee for United States Representative for Ohio's 9th District.
Rick Cronk
William F. "Rick" Cronk (born 4 October 1942) is an American businessman who was co-owner and president of Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream.
William F. "Rick" Cronk (born 4 October 1942) is an American businessman who was co-owner and president of Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream.
Rob Eastman
Rob Eastman is an entrepreneur and business leader active in a wide range of industries.
Rob Eastman is an entrepreneur and business leader active in a wide range of industries.
Robert Ehrlich (businessman)
Robert Ehrlich is an American businessman and entrepreneur.
Robert Ehrlich is an American businessman and entrepreneur.
Robert Mondavi
Robert Gerald Mondavi was a leading California vineyard operator whose technical improvements and marketing strategies brought worldwide recognition for the wines of the Napa Valley in California.
Robert Gerald Mondavi was a leading California vineyard operator whose technical improvements and marketing strategies brought worldwide recognition for the wines of the Napa Valley in California.
Robert Stuart (businessman)
Robert Stuart was a United States businessman who was one of the founders of the Quaker Oats Company.
Robert Stuart was a United States businessman who was one of the founders of the Quaker Oats Company.
Roger Berkowitz
Roger Berkowitz is the President and CEO of Legal Sea Foods, Inc., a Boston-based restaurant group that has over 30 restaurants along the Atlantic Ocean coast.
Roger Berkowitz is the President and CEO of Legal Sea Foods, Inc., a Boston-based restaurant group that has over 30 restaurants along the Atlantic Ocean coast.
Romana Acosta Bañuelos
Romana Acosta Bañuelos (born March 20, 1925) was the thirty-fourth Treasurer of the United States.
Romana Acosta Bañuelos (born March 20, 1925) was the thirty-fourth Treasurer of the United States.
Ronald Burkle
Ronald Wayne Burkle (born November 12, 1952) is an American business magnate and investor.
Ronald Wayne Burkle (born November 12, 1952) is an American business magnate and investor.
Rose Cook Small
Rose Cook Small was a businesswoman who built Bluebird Foods Inc. into the largest meat-processing business in the United States.
Rose Cook Small was a businesswoman who built Bluebird Foods Inc. into the largest meat-processing business in the United States.
Rubashkin family
The Rubashkin family is a family of American ultra-Orthodox Jews of the Lubavitcher Hasidic movement of Brooklyn, New York, headed by Aaron Rubashkin.
The Rubashkin family is a family of American ultra-Orthodox Jews of the Lubavitcher Hasidic movement of Brooklyn, New York, headed by Aaron Rubashkin.
Sam Zemurray
Samuel Zemurray (nicknamed "Sam the Banana Man"; born January 18, 1877 in Kishinev, Bessarabia, Russian Empire, present-day Chişinău, Moldova; died November 30, 1961 in New Orleans, Louisi...
Samuel Zemurray (nicknamed "Sam the Banana Man"; born January 18, 1877 in Kishinev, Bessarabia, Russian Empire, present-day Chişinău, Moldova; died November 30, 1961 in New Orleans, Louisi...
Samuel Candler Dobbs
Samuel Candler Dobbs was president and chairman of The Coca-Cola Company, from 1919 to 1922.
Samuel Candler Dobbs was president and chairman of The Coca-Cola Company, from 1919 to 1922.
Samuel Jaquinta
Samuel Jaquinta (January 1, 1896 – April 22, 1981) was a noted Fort Lauderdale entrepreneur who opened the first open-air fruit market in Southern Florida.
Samuel Jaquinta (January 1, 1896 – April 22, 1981) was a noted Fort Lauderdale entrepreneur who opened the first open-air fruit market in Southern Florida.
Scottie Mayfield
Scottie Mayfield (born in Athens, Tennessee) is the president of Mayfield Dairy Farms.
Scottie Mayfield (born in Athens, Tennessee) is the president of Mayfield Dairy Farms.
Seth Goldman (businessman)
Seth Goldman is president and TeaEO of Honest Tea, which he co-founded in 1998 with his former business school professor, Barry Nalebuff.
Seth Goldman is president and TeaEO of Honest Tea, which he co-founded in 1998 with his former business school professor, Barry Nalebuff.
Sholom Rubashkin
Sholom Mordechai Rubashkin (born October 6, 1959), an ultra-Orthodox Jew of the Lubavitcher Hasidic movement, is a former chief executive officer of Agriprocessors, a now-bankrupt slaughterhouse...
Sholom Mordechai Rubashkin (born October 6, 1959), an ultra-Orthodox Jew of the Lubavitcher Hasidic movement, is a former chief executive officer of Agriprocessors, a now-bankrupt slaughterhouse...
Sidney Craig
Sidney Harvey Craig (March 22, 1932 – July 21, 2008) was the business partner and husband of Jenny Craig, the fitness expert.
Sidney Harvey Craig (March 22, 1932 – July 21, 2008) was the business partner and husband of Jenny Craig, the fitness expert.
Sophia Collier
Sophia Collier is an American author and entrepreneur.
Sophia Collier is an American author and entrepreneur.
Stephen Gillett
Stephen Gillett is a technology and business leader currently serving as Chief Information Officer, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Digital Ventures at Starbucks Coffee Company i...
Stephen Gillett is a technology and business leader currently serving as Chief Information Officer, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Digital Ventures at Starbucks Coffee Company i...
Steve Bernard
Steve Bernard (August 25, 1947 – March 7, 2009) was an adventurer and businessman who founded Cape Cod Potato Chips.
Steve Bernard (August 25, 1947 – March 7, 2009) was an adventurer and businessman who founded Cape Cod Potato Chips.
Steve Zolotow
Steve Zolotow is an American businessman and professional poker player from Las Vegas, Nevada.
Steve Zolotow is an American businessman and professional poker player from Las Vegas, Nevada.
Tillie Ehrlich Lewis
Tillie Ehrlich Lewis (July 13, 1901–1977) was an American businesswoman who introduced the Italian pomodoro tomato to the Stockton, California area and established a tomato cannery there.
Tillie Ehrlich Lewis (July 13, 1901–1977) was an American businesswoman who introduced the Italian pomodoro tomato to the Stockton, California area and established a tomato cannery there.
Tina Nordström
Tina Nordström is a Swedish celebrity chef, television personality, and pitch lady from Helsingborg, Sweden.
Tina Nordström is a Swedish celebrity chef, television personality, and pitch lady from Helsingborg, Sweden.
Todd Graves (entrepreneur)
Todd Graves (born February 20, 1972) is an American entrepreneur and the founder, chairman and CEO of Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, a fast food restaurant that offers fried chicken fingers as ...
Todd Graves (born February 20, 1972) is an American entrepreneur and the founder, chairman and CEO of Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, a fast food restaurant that offers fried chicken fingers as ...
Todd Staples
Douglas Todd Staples (born August 24, 1963) is the current Republican (GOP) Commissioner of the Texas Department of Agriculture.
Douglas Todd Staples (born August 24, 1963) is the current Republican (GOP) Commissioner of the Texas Department of Agriculture.
Todd Stitzer
Todd Stitzer (born 10 March, 1952) was the Chief Executive Officer of Cadbury plc, a British confectionery and beverage company considered in 2009 to be the world's largest confectionery manufac...
Todd Stitzer (born 10 March, 1952) was the Chief Executive Officer of Cadbury plc, a British confectionery and beverage company considered in 2009 to be the world's largest confectionery manufac...
Tom Carvel
Thomas A. Carvelas, also known as Tom Carvel was a Greek-born American businessman and entrepreneur known for the invention and promotion of soft ice cream in the northeastern United States.
Thomas A. Carvelas, also known as Tom Carvel was a Greek-born American businessman and entrepreneur known for the invention and promotion of soft ice cream in the northeastern United States.
Tom Forkner
Thomas "Tom" Forkner is an American businessman and lawyer as well as a notable senior golfer.
Thomas "Tom" Forkner is an American businessman and lawyer as well as a notable senior golfer.
Tony Hulman
Anton "Tony" Hulman, Jr. (February 11, 1901 - October 27, 1977) was a businessman from Terre Haute, Indiana who rescued the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 1945 and made the Indianapolis 500 popular.
Anton "Tony" Hulman, Jr. (February 11, 1901 - October 27, 1977) was a businessman from Terre Haute, Indiana who rescued the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 1945 and made the Indianapolis 500 popular.
Tony Peyton
Charles Anthony "Tony" Peyton (March 3, 1922 - July 23, 2007) was a member of the Harlem Globetrotters basketball team.
Charles Anthony "Tony" Peyton (March 3, 1922 - July 23, 2007) was a member of the Harlem Globetrotters basketball team.
Tony Rezko
Antoin "Tony" Rezko is a American businessman.
Antoin "Tony" Rezko is a American businessman.
Troy Stanley
Troy Dwayne Stanley, is a retired United States Navy Chief Petty Officer and owner-operator of Wally Dogz, a hot dog stand located in downtown Jacksonville, Florida.
Troy Dwayne Stanley, is a retired United States Navy Chief Petty Officer and owner-operator of Wally Dogz, a hot dog stand located in downtown Jacksonville, Florida.
Valentin Blatz
Valentin Blatz (October 1, 1826 – May 26, 1894) was a German-American brewer and banker.
Valentin Blatz (October 1, 1826 – May 26, 1894) was a German-American brewer and banker.
Verne Winchell
Vernon Hedges "Verne" Winchell (October 15, 1915 – November 26, 2002) was the founder of Winchell's Donuts.
Vernon Hedges "Verne" Winchell (October 15, 1915 – November 26, 2002) was the founder of Winchell's Donuts.
Vernon Rudolph
Vernon Carver Rudolph (June 30, 1915, Marshall County, Kentucky - August 16, 1973) was the founder of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc.
Vernon Carver Rudolph (June 30, 1915, Marshall County, Kentucky - August 16, 1973) was the founder of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc.
Vernon Stouffer
Vernon B. Stouffer, (22 August 1901-26 July 1974) owned a national chain of restaurants, motor inns, and food-service operations and the Cleveland Indians from 1966-72.
Vernon B. Stouffer, (22 August 1901-26 July 1974) owned a national chain of restaurants, motor inns, and food-service operations and the Cleveland Indians from 1966-72.
Victor Henningsen
Victor William Henningsen, Jr. was an American businessman, entrepreneur, activist and philanthropist.
Victor William Henningsen, Jr. was an American businessman, entrepreneur, activist and philanthropist.
Vincent Gruppuso
Vincent Gruppuso (October 25, 1940 – December 29, 2007) was an American businessman and former deliveryman, who created and founded Kozy Shack Enterprises, multimillion-dollar company know...
Vincent Gruppuso (October 25, 1940 – December 29, 2007) was an American businessman and former deliveryman, who created and founded Kozy Shack Enterprises, multimillion-dollar company know...
W. S. Stuckey, Sr.
Williamson Sylvester Stuckey, Sr. was an American businessman and the founder of the Stuckey's chain of stores prominent on US Interstate highways.
Williamson Sylvester Stuckey, Sr. was an American businessman and the founder of the Stuckey's chain of stores prominent on US Interstate highways.
Wally Amos
Wallace "Wally" Amos, Jr. (born July 1, 1936) is an American entrepreneur and author from Tallahassee, Florida.
Wallace "Wally" Amos, Jr. (born July 1, 1936) is an American entrepreneur and author from Tallahassee, Florida.
Washington Atlee Burpee
Washington Atlee Burpee was the founder of the W. Atlee Burpee & Company, now more commonly known as Burpee Seeds.
Washington Atlee Burpee was the founder of the W. Atlee Burpee & Company, now more commonly known as Burpee Seeds.
Wilbur Hardee
Wilbur Hardee (August 15, 1918 – June 20, 2008) was the founder of the American fast-food restaurant chain Hardee's, located mostly in the Midwest and Southeast regions.
Wilbur Hardee (August 15, 1918 – June 20, 2008) was the founder of the American fast-food restaurant chain Hardee's, located mostly in the Midwest and Southeast regions.
Will Keith Kellogg
Will Keith Kellogg, generally referred to as W.K. Kellogg was an American industrialist in food manufacturing, best known as the founder of the Kellogg Company, which to this day produces ...
Will Keith Kellogg, generally referred to as W.K. Kellogg was an American industrialist in food manufacturing, best known as the founder of the Kellogg Company, which to this day produces ...
William Beverly Murphy
William Beverly Murphy was a U.S. food businessman.
William Beverly Murphy was a U.S. food businessman.
William J. Guste
William J. "Billy" Guste, Jr., is a New Orleans attorney, businessman and Democratic attorney general of Louisiana from 1972 to 1992.
William J. "Billy" Guste, Jr., is a New Orleans attorney, businessman and Democratic attorney general of Louisiana from 1972 to 1992.
William Lukens Elkins
William Lukens Elkins was an American businessman, inventor, and art collector.
William Lukens Elkins was an American businessman, inventor, and art collector.
William Rosenberg
William Rosenberg founded the Dunkin' Donuts franchise in 1950 in Quincy, Massachusetts.
William Rosenberg founded the Dunkin' Donuts franchise in 1950 in Quincy, Massachusetts.
William Whittingham Lyman
William Whittingham Lyman (July 28, 1850, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-1921) was the son of Theodore Benedict Lyman.
William Whittingham Lyman (July 28, 1850, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-1921) was the son of Theodore Benedict Lyman.
Zev Siegl
Zev Siegel is an American entrepreneur.
Zev Siegel is an American entrepreneur.
Zonya Foco
Zonya Foco, RD, CHFI, CSP, is an American dietitian, professional speaker, nutrition expert, entrepreneur, television chef and writer, focusing more on healthy eating than on dieting.
Zonya Foco, RD, CHFI, CSP, is an American dietitian, professional speaker, nutrition expert, entrepreneur, television chef and writer, focusing more on healthy eating than on dieting.