Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Elmer F. Pierson
The Vendo Company
1937–1974
1937–1974
The Vendo Company
1937–1974
1937–1974
- Industry: Food & Tobacco
- Era: 1930
Pierson founded the Vendo Company in 1937 after perfecting the development of the first truly workable vending system - a lid called “The Red Top.” Originally designed for Coca-Cola bottles, the new vending machines were quickly converted to handle a variety of products. After World War II, Vendo became the largest manufacturer of vending machines in the world.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1896–1982
- Birthplace: Missouri
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Owner, Small Business
Education / Military
- Undergraduate: Kansas City School of Law
- Military Service: Army