General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) is a multinational consumer foods company that develops, manufactures and markets a broad portfolio of branded food products. Its product categories include ready-to-eat and hot cereals, baking mixes and ingredients, snacks and bars, refrigerated and frozen doughs, yogurt and other dairy products, and a variety of shelf-stable meals and meal components. The company’s portfolio features widely recognized consumer brands across grocery store, mass channel and foodservice outlets.
Founded in the early 20th century and incorporated under its current name in 1928, General Mills has grown through both internal brand development and strategic expansion to become a global food company. Its brands — including household names in cereals, baking, snacks and refrigerated foods — are distributed broadly in the United States and sold in numerous countries around the world. The company operates manufacturing facilities, distribution networks and marketing operations to serve retail, e-commerce and foodservice customers internationally, with a particularly strong presence in North America.
General Mills’ business combines product innovation, marketing and supply-chain management to maintain and grow its brands. The company is managed by an executive leadership team and board of directors that direct corporate strategy, brand stewardship and operational execution; Jeffrey L. Harmening has served as chief executive in recent years. General Mills remains focused on meeting changing consumer preferences through new product development, channel diversification and ongoing investment in manufacturing and sustainability practices.
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