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Shaklee, a multilevel marketer, deals in vitamins, cosmetics, and organic household cleaners. Through about 500,000 representatives in North America and Asia, the company makes and sells health products such as protein drinks and Vita-Lea vitamins, as well as skin care and environmentally friendly household products. The company also produces a water purifier. Founded in 1956, the company is owned by Japanese druggernaut Yamanouchi Pharmaceutical, with which it operates a research facility in California. Shaklee is a subsidiary of Yamanouchi's consumer products subsidiary, which also holds Bear Creek Corporation (gourmet food, roses, and gifts).
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW |
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Fiscal Year-End: March
2000 Sales (mil.): 413.80
1-Yr. Sales Growth: (1.2)%
Employees: 1,850
Revenue per employee: $223,675.68
KEY PEOPLE |
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Robert D. Schults
CEO
Nevin N. Andersen
CFO
CONTACT INFO |
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4747 Willow Road
Pleasanton, CA 94588
US
Phone: 925-924-2000
Fax: 925-924-2280
Online: Web Site
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