Hershey CEO Kirk Tanner on GLP-1s, AI, and keeping an iconic brand relevant

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The Hershey Co. chief explains why weight-loss drugs aren’t killing the candy business and how AI is directing his sales force in real time.

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2026-10-01 04:11 · Fast Company AI
Hershey CEO Kirk Tanner on GLP-1s, AI, and keeping an iconic brand relevant

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