NESTLE USA, INC.
ARLINGTON, VA

Nestlé USA operates as a part of the world-renowned Nestlé company, which leads in food and beverage products across more than 190 nations. The core mission driving Nestlé USA is to enhance quality of life by encouraging healthier living through innovation and community engagement. With an impressive portfolio spanning over 2,000 brands-ranging from global favorites to locally loved names-the company has been committed to offering top-tier food for well over a century. Since its founding in 1937, Nestlé USA calls Arlington, VA home at its headquarters on N. Moore St. Originally beginning as the Nestlé Food Company, it underwent rebranding and is registered under incorporation number 804674 in Broward County, Florida. However, it primarily files in Delaware. A standout feature of Nestlé USA's operations is their Supplier Diversity Program, which actively seeks to build partnerships with diverse suppliers reflective of the gender, cultural, and ethnic makeup of their consumer base. This initiative strategically sources products from women-, minority-, and veteran-owned small businesses. In 2016 alone, they invested $2.3 billion in these enterprises, purchasing from over 7,000 such businesses - a strong indication of their dedication to economic inclusion and community support as detailed in the U.S. Census Business Owners Report. Nestlé goes beyond just financial engagements by ensuring all suppliers adhere to ethical practices through a Supplier Code. Suppliers confirm compliance via third-party certifications or audits that align business operations with human rights principles outlined in the United Nations Global Compact. Leading Nestlé USA are executives like Judy Cascapera, Vice President and Director, and Rui Barbas, CFO. The leadership team's diversity reflects the company’s commitment to its Corporate Business Principles which prioritize integrity, honesty, fair dealing, and legal compliance. Maintaining high standards in business operations and ethical practices is at the heart of Nestlé USA's sustained success and impact on society.