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Hillshire Brands company history timeline

2012

As of June 27, 2012, all Sara Lee shareholders saw their holdings transform into Hillshire Brands shares and shrink by a factor of five.

2013

In May 2013 the split was recognized among the six most successful Fortune 500 companies’ spinoffs by Fortune magazine.

During the fiscal year 2013 roughly three quarters of Hillshire's revenues (74%) were generated through retail channels while the foodservice business accounted for 26% of the company's sales.

2014

In May 2014, Hillshire Brands announced it was buying Pinnacle Foods for US$4.23 billion in a cash and stock deal.

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Founded
2012
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Headquarters
Chicago, IL
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Founders
Jan de Beer
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