Milton Snavely Hershey (September 13, 1857 – October 13, 1945) was an American confectioner, philanthropist, and entrepreneur who founded The Hershey Company, one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world. Born in Derry Township, Pennsylvania, Hershey grew up in a Mennonite family and had limited formal education, which led him to pursue apprenticeships and entrepreneurial ventures.
Hershey's
The Hershey Company, also known as Hershey's, is a leading American multinational confectionery and snack company. Founded by Milton S. Hershey in 1894, the company is headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Hershey's is widely known for its chocolate products, but it also manufactures a variety of candies, snacks, and beverages. The company trades under the ticker symbol HSY on the New York Stock Exchange.