Hero Group

Hero is a global food company focused on branded nutritional food products, with a rich heritage spanning over 135 years. Founded in 1886 in Lenzburg, Switzerland, the company has grown from its humble beginnings to become a significant international player in the food industry. The company was created through various mergers and acquisitions over the years, building its presence through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions to create the diverse group of companies that exist today.

Headquartered in Lenzburg, Switzerland, Hero operates across five continents with offices and production facilities worldwide. The company employs approximately 4,000 dedicated professionals from all corners of the globe, all united by a common mission to bring consumers products made with the best quality ingredients. Hero operates in two main categories: Growing Up and Adult, which encompass three business areas: Better Snacking, Naturally Good Food, and Others.

As a privately-owned, family company, Hero takes a long-term view on protecting the environment and growing its people. The company's mission centers on creating real honest food and snacks that are nutritionally balanced while preserving the goodness of nature. With a house of trusted brands including Hero, Corny, Goodies, Beech-Nut, Schwartau, Semper, Freche Freunde, Organix, Deliciously Ella, Sunar, Vitrac, Baby Gourmet, Queensberry, and Casa de Mateus, the company serves millions of consumers worldwide. In 2025, Hero Group achieved net sales of CHF 1,187 million with 2.2% organic growth, demonstrating continued strong performance and strategic momentum.