Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels

American snack food brand

Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels is an American snack food. They are part of The Hershey Company.

Dot's Homestyle Pretzels
Founded2012
FounderDorthy Henke
HeadquartersVelva, North Dakota, U.S.
ProductsSeasoned pretzels, cheese puffs
ParentThe Hershey Company

History change

Dorthy Henke, who found the company made pretzels due to harsh weather and used seasoning inspired by her family’s cooking. She sold her pretzels to events in Arizona. There are 400 production places.[1]

CEO of Hershey, Michele Buck bought the company for $1.2 billion.[2]

In 2023, the factory in Velva, North Dakota was closed.[3] They offered to help the employees who lost their jobs.[4]

References change

  1. Kelly, Leslie. "Addictive Dot's Homestyle Pretzels Is The Best Kind Of Success Story". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-03-10.
  2. "We're Here for the Snacks". www.nacsmagazine.com. Retrieved 2024-03-10.
  3. Mathieu, Henry (2023-08-22). "Hershey plans to close Dot's Pretzels factory in US". Just Food. Retrieved 2024-03-10.
  4. Forum, TAMMY SWIFT The (2023-08-22). "Hershey's to close Dot's Pretzels flagship facility in Velva". The Bismarck Tribune. Retrieved 2024-03-10.

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