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Last Updated: Jul. 14, 2009

The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) is the largest producer of quality chocolate in North America and a global leader in chocolate and sugar confectionery. Headquartered in Hershey, Pa., The Hershey Company has operations throughout the world and more than 12,000 employees. With revenues of more than $5 billion, Hershey offers such iconic brands as Hershey’s, Reese’s, Hershey’s Kisses, Kit Kat, Twizzlers and Ice Breakers as well as the smooth, creamy indulgence of Hershey’s Bliss chocolates. Hershey is a leader in the fast-growing dark and premium chocolate segment, with such brands as Hershey’s Special Dark and Hershey’s Extra Dark. In addition, Artisan Confections Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Hershey Company, markets such premium chocolate offerings as Scharffen Berger and Dagoba. For more than 100 years, The Hershey Company has been a leader in making a positive difference in the communities where we live, work and do business. The Milton Hershey School, established by the company’s founder in 1909, provides a nurturing environment, quality education, housing, and medical care at no cost to children in social and financial need. The School is administered by the Hershey Trust Company, Hershey’s largest shareholder, making the students of Milton Hershey School direct beneficiaries of Hershey’s success. Please visit us at www.hersheys.com.


Mission Statement

Bringing sweet moments of Hershey happiness to the world every day.

To our stakeholders, this means:

Consumers – Delivering quality consumer-driven confectionery experiences for all occasions

Employees – Winning with an aligned and empowered organization … while having fun

Business Partners – Building collaborative relationships for profitable growth with our customers, suppliers and partners

Shareholders – Creating sustainable value

Communities – Honoring our heritage through continued commitment to making a positive difference


Corporate Philosophy
Hershey's Values, "One Hershey," tell a powerful story: A global and diverse team, operating with integrity, working together, determined to make a difference.

Open to Possibilities

We are Open to Possibilities by embracing diversity, seeking new approaches and striving for continuous improvement.

Growing Together

We are Growing Together by sharing knowledge and unwrapping human potential in an environment of mutual respect.

Making a Difference

We are Making a Difference by leading with integrity and determination to have a positive impact on everything we do.

One Hershey

We are One Hershey, winning together while accepting individual responsibility for our results.

To learn more about Our Values, please visit http://www.thehersheycompany.com/social-responsibility/our-values.asp.



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PO Box 810
100 Crystal A Drive
Hershey, PA 17033
Phone: (800) 468-1714

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