Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Clarence Francis
General Foods Corporation
1935–1943
1935–1943
General Foods Corporation
1935–1943
1935–1943
- Industry: Food & Tobacco
- Era: 1930
Francis oversaw General Foods with a product line that included the successful Post cereals, Maxwell House and Sanka Coffee, Log Cabin Syrup and Jell-O. After absorbing an initial $17 million loss in the frozen foods sector, Francis was able to turn a profit in this very important market. In 1942, after twelve years of research, Francis’ General Foods finally shipped their first instant coffee product, which was sent to U.S. forces overseas.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1888–1985
- Birthplace: New York
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Professional
Education / Military
- Undergraduate: Amherst College
- Military Service: NY State Guard