Draft:Charles Kenyon (businessman)
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Charles Kenyon | |
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| Born | 1832 Brierley, South Yorkshire England |
| Died | 1893 Rotherham, England |
| Known for | Founder of KP Snacks |
Charles Kenyon was an English businessman and entrepreneur, best known for being the founder of KP Snacks which is the number one buyer of nuts worldwide since 2019.
Career
[edit]Kenyon was born in the South Yorkshire village of Brierly but settled in the nearby town of Rotherham. He started his career off as an apprentice to a confectioner, then as the owner of a jam company in 1853 named Kenyon Produce.[1] When visiting Hull, Kenyon met another jam manufacturer named Matthew Craven. They decided to join forces and named their company Kenyon, Son & Craven, which also made pickles, sauces and confectionery.[2]
Personal life
[edit]Kenyon had a son named Harry who helped with the business. Kenyon was also involved in politics serving as an alderman to the Labour Party. Kenyon identified as a Wesley Methodist[3]
References
[edit]- ^ "I Just Learned What The 'KP' in KP Snacks Stands For, And I'd Never Have Guessed". Huffpost. 16 January 2025. Retrieved 6 April 2025.
- ^ "Our story". KP Snacks. Retrieved 6 April 2025.
- ^ "A History of KP Snacks". letslookagain. 8 January 2017. Retrieved 6 April 2025.