Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Edward T. Bedford
Corn Products Refining Company
1906–1930
1906–1930
Corn Products Refining Company
1906–1930
1906–1930
- Industry: Food & Tobacco
- Era: 1900
In 1906, Bedford became president of the newly consolidated Corn Products Refining Company. Under Bedford’s leadership, Corn Products Refining manufactured several forms of oil, including “Mazola,” several forms of sugar, and a grain syrup called “Karo.” Bedford was principally responsible for instituting the packaging era in the industry.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1849–1931
- Birthplace: New York
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Owner, Small Business