George Huntington Hartford
American businessman and founder of A&P
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A prominent American businessman, established the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company (A&P) in the late 19th century. The company became one of the first supermarket chains in the United States. Under leadership, A&P expanded significantly, creating a new retail model that revolutionized grocery shopping. The company was known for its innovative marketing strategies, including the introduction of self-service shopping. Hartford also invested in various business ventures beyond A&P, contributing to the growth of the retail industry.
Founded the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company
Pioneered the supermarket retail model
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