R.C. Bigelow, Inc. · Fairfield, CT United States
Company Description
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This link will open in a new window R.C. Bigelow is happiest when it's in hot water. The company blends and markets black, green, white, herbal, decaffeinated, iced, and loose teas under the Bigelow brand. Constant Comment -- a blend of black tea, orange peel, and spices -- is the company's original, and still popular, product. Bigelow teas are produced at plants in Connecticut, Idaho, and Kentucky and are widely available through grocery retailers, mass merchandisers, and the foodservice industry across the US. Bigelow also sells tea and tea accessories direct to consumers through its Web site and catalog business. Founded by Ruth C. Bigelow in 1945, the company is still owned and operated by the Bigelow family. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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Key R.C. Bigelow, Inc. Financials
| Company Type | Private Headquarters |
| Fiscal Year-End | June |
| Annual Sales (mil.) | $90.0 |
| Employees | 350 |
R.C. Bigelow, Inc. Executives
8 executives listed for R.C. Bigelow, Inc.'s Fairfield, CT location.
| Title | Name & Bio | Contact |
| Co-Chairman and Co-CEO | David Bigelow | Network |
| Co-Chairman and Co-CEO | Eunice Bigelow | Network |
| President | Cynthia Bigelow | Network |
Competition
Competitive Landscape for R.C. Bigelow, Inc.
Consumer taste and population growth drive demand in the consumer sector, while economic growth of businesses, like restaurants and hotels, drives demand in the commercial sector. The profitability of individual companies depends on effectively managing raw ingredient costs, efficient operations, and effective marketing. Large companies have scale advantages in purchasing, distribution, manufacturing, and marketing. Small companies can compete effectively by offering specialized products or serving a local market. The industry is capital-intensive: average annual revenue per worker is about $600,000. Coffee and tea manufacturers face intense competition from other beverage companies, especially soft drink, bottled water, and juice manufacturers. Although the US coffee market is in long-term decline, the US is the largest coffee consumer in the world. To read the full description, subscribe now.Top R.C. Bigelow, Inc. Competitors
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