Nestl S.A., headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland, is the largest food company in the world. Mr. Biggar began his career with Stouffer Foods in 1960 when he was appointed director of marketing. He was promoted to Vice President in 1963, to General Manager of the division in 1966 and to President in 1967. In 1972, he became President and CEO of the Stouffer Corporation. He has been recognized for his contributions to the community with numerous awards.
Good leaders sell their associates on action and never forget The Golden Rule, it always applies.
What an appropriate time in our country s history for Northwood Institute to be paying tribute to America s belief in freedom and the free enterprise institute. Thank you very much. I am honored to accept this award on behalf of the 45,000 Nestl USA employees. From them I have learned the key to performance in today s marketplace is a corporation s people. Within our company there are several basic principles which comprise this people difference.