Charles Alfred Pillsbury
Businessman and founder of Pillsbury Company
Born
December 3rd, 1842
182 years ago
Died
September 17th, 1899
125 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Founded the Pillsbury Company, specializing in flour milling and food products. Expanded the company significantly, introducing innovative marketing and packaging strategies. Played a key role in the development of the national brand and the distribution of flour products across the United States. Contributed to the establishment of the flour industry in Minnesota.
Founded Pillsbury Company
Pioneered flour marketing techniques
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