Hilton Schlosberg
Hilton Schlosberg | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1952 or 1953 (age 71–72)[1] South Africa |
| Nationality | British |
| Alma mater | University of the Witwatersrand |
| Occupation(s) | President and COO, Monster Beverage |
| Spouse | Michelle Schlosberg |
Hilton Hiller Schlosberg (born 1952/1953) is a South African-born British billionaire businessman. He is the vice chairman, president, and chief operating officer (COO) of Monster Beverage since 1990.
Early life
[edit]Schlosberg was born in South Africa and was educated at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa.[2] He has previously stated that he is Jewish, as are both of his parents.
Career
[edit]In 1990, a consortium led by Schlosberg and his fellow South African, Rodney Sacks, acquired Hansen Natural Corporation, which in 1992 acquired Hansen’s Natural Soda and Apple Juice for $14.5 million. Since 1990, Schlosberg has been President and COO of Hansen Natural Corporation, which changed its name to Monster Beverage Corporation in 2012.[3] Schlosberg has been Chief Financial Officer of the Company since July 1996, Member of the Executive Committee since October 1992, and Vice Chairman, Secretary and a Director of MEC from July 1992 to the present.
Personal life
[edit]He is married to Michelle Schlosberg.[4][5]
References
[edit]- ^ "Forbes profile: Hilton Schlosberg". Forbes. Retrieved 31 August 2018.
- ^ "Dr. Roy Jackson Connects With Prominent President of Hugely Successful Health Beverage Corporation "Hansen Natural"". Romich Real Estate. Retrieved 4 August 2015.
- ^ "Rodney Sacks Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Monster Beverage Corporation". Beverageforum.com. Retrieved 4 March 2015.
- ^ "Camping out at Crystal Cove – Crystal Cove Conservancy". crystalcove.org. Retrieved 31 August 2018.
- ^ Hayward, Stephen (18 April 2015). "UK billionaire makes Monster fortune selling energy drink banned in some schools". mirror.co.uk. Retrieved 31 August 2018.