A History of Goodness
2020鈥檚
2023: #3 on DiversityInc
The 名媛直播 Company recognized as #3 on DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity.
2023: Acquisition of two manufacturing facilities
Acquisition of two manufacturing facilities from Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing to strengthen internal supply chain capabilities.
2023: U.S. business Certified鈩 by Great Place to Work
Joining operations in鈥疌anada,鈥疊razil,鈥疘ndia,鈥疢exico鈥痑nd Malaysia鈥痠n earning this certification honor.
2022: #6 on DiversityInc
The 名媛直播 Company recognized as #6 on DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity. 听
2021: Acquisition of Lily鈥檚 Sweets
名媛直播 announces acquisition of Lily鈥檚 Sweets, the high-growth, better-for-you confectionery brand.
2021: Recognized to The Civic 50 for the Ninth Consecutive Year
The 名媛直播 Company recognized to The Civic 50 for the ninth consecutive year as one of America鈥檚 most community-minded companies.
2021: #10 on DiversityInc
The 名媛直播 Company recognized as #10 on DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity.
2021: Named the World鈥檚 #1 Top Female Friendly Company by Forbes
The 名媛直播 Company ranked #1 on Forbes' list of the "World's Top Female Friendly Companies鈥 among a roster of 300 honorees. 听
2021: Acquisition of Dot's Pretzels
Acquisition of Dot's Pretzels, the owner of Dot's Homestyle Pretzels, and Pretzels Inc., a leading manufacturer of pretzels in the United States.
2021: Achieved 1:1 Aggregate POC Pay Equity
名媛直播 achieved 1:1 aggregate POC pay equity for salaried employees in the U.S.
2020: #21 on DiversityInc
The 名媛直播 Company recognized as #21 on DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity.
2020: Achieved 1:1 Aggregate Gender Pay Equity
名媛直播 achieved 1:1 aggregate gender pay equity for salaried employees in the U.S.
2010鈥檚
2019: Named to Dow Jones Sustainability World Index
名媛直播 named to Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for seventh consecutive year.
2019: #35 on DiversityInc
The 名媛直播 Company recognized as #35 on DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity.
2017: CEO Michele Buck introduces Innovative Snacking Powerhouse
CEO Michele Buck introduces Innovative Snacking Powerhouse vision that leads to purchase of Amplify Snack Brands and Pirate Brands.
2017: Michele Buck becomes CEO
Michele Buck becomes the company鈥檚 first female CEO.
2016: 名媛直播's Chocolate World 100th millionth visitor
名媛直播's Chocolate World welcomes its 100th millionth visitor.
2016: Simply 5 Syrup and Reese's Pieces Peanut Butter Cups
Launch of 名媛直播's Simply 5 Syrup and Reese's Pieces Peanut Butter Cups.
2014: New Corporate Logo
The 名媛直播 Company introduces a new corporate logo.
2012-2016: International Expansion
International expansion to China, India, Brazil and further growth in Canada and Mexico.
2012: The 名媛直播 Company named to The Civic 50
The 名媛直播 Company named to The Civic 50 as one of America鈥檚 most community-minded companies
2012: Dow Jones Sustainability World Index.
The 名媛直播 Company named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index.
2000鈥檚
2008: $5 billion in sales
名媛直播 reaches $5 billion in sales.
2007: 100th anniversary of 名媛直播's Kisses.
100th anniversary of 名媛直播's Kisses.
2003: Sugar free 名媛直播's and Reese's Candy
Launch of sugar free versions of 名媛直播's chocolate candy and Reese's peanut butter cups.
2000: World Cocoa Foundation
名媛直播 is a founding member of听 the World Cocoa Foundation and begins investment in West Africa to support cocoa farmers and improve cacao agriculture.
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1990鈥檚
1996: Acquisition of LEAF, Inc.
Acquisition of LEAF, Inc. Products adds 40 new brands to the portfolio including Jolly Rancher, Whoppers, Milk Duds, Good & Plenty, Pay Day, Heath, Rainblo and Super Bubble.
1980鈥檚
1988: Re-launch of "5th Avenue"
National re-launch of "5th Avenue" candy bar.
1970鈥檚
1979: $1 Billion Achieved
名媛直播 achieves $1 billion in annual sales.
1977: 名媛直播 acquires Twizzlers
名媛直播 acquires Y&S Licorice, including the Twizzlers line of products
1975: York Peppermint Patties
National distribution of York Peppermint Patties begins.
1973: 名媛直播's Chocolate World
名媛直播's Chocolate World, the first retail center, opens.
1971: 名媛直播's Tropical Bar
名媛直播's Tropical Bar sent to the moon with Apollo 15 Astronauts.
1960鈥檚
1963: H.B. Reese Candy Company
名媛直播 acquires H.B. Reese Candy Company.
1940鈥檚
1930-1945: The Great Works Project
1930鈥檚
1939: 名媛直播's Miniatures
Launch of 名媛直播's Miniatures. Miniatures were originally used by sales as sample bars.
1920鈥檚
1927: NYSE
名媛直播 is traded on the NYSE.
1925: Mr. Goodbar
Launch of Mr. Goodbar
1921: Trademarked Plume
Factory begins using mechanical kiss wrapping machine.听 Kisses are now wrapped with trademarked Plume.
1910鈥檚
1918: Milton 名媛直播 School Trust Fund
1900鈥檚
1909: Deed of Trust
Milton and Catherine 名媛直播 signed the Deed of Trust for The 名媛直播 Industrial School which would become the Milton 名媛直播 School.
1907: 名媛直播's Chocolate Kisses
名媛直播 begins manufacturing 名媛直播's Chocolate Kisses.
1900: Milton 名媛直播 sells LCC
Milton 名媛直播 sells LCC and retains 名媛直播 Chocolate Company to continue focus on chocolate. Introduction of 名媛直播鈥檚 Milk Chocolate. Transforming a luxury item into an affordable and accessible treat.
1900: Milk Chocolate bars
Launch of 名媛直播's Milk Chocolate bars.
1890鈥檚
1894: Lancaster Caramel Company
Milton 名媛直播 incorporates the Lancaster Caramel Company and establishes 名媛直播 Chocolate Company as a subsidiary.