USA
Three concepts – three success stories
The USA is the world's biggest chocolate market and accounts for more than a third of the Lindt & Sprüngli Group's sales, maintaining a consistently high growth rate. This success story is driven largely by the 156 chocolate shops of Lindt, Ghirardelli and Russell Stover, where customers are able to experience a large selection of mouth-watering chocolate delicacies. These include the very popular LINDOR truffles, the Ghirardelli squares, and the Russell Stover pralinés, as well as exclusive Swiss and other European Lindt specialties. Consumers are always greeted with a friendly “Chocolate Smile” and receive advice and service from highly trained and professional “Chocolate Advisors”. This makes a visit to one of the many elegantly designed Chocolate Shops into a pleasurable and unforgettable experience in all senses.
“Our three brands Lindt, Ghirardelli and Russell Stover make us the uncontested no. 1 in North America's premium chocolate segment. Each of our brands has a unique shop concept, further strengthening our leading position.”
Andreas Pfluger started off as CEO of Ghirardelli in San Francisco before assuming responsibility for the entire North American market in 2005. Since the acquisition of Russell Stover in 2014 he has also overseen, as CEO, its integration into the Lindt & Sprüngli Group.
“We are continuously working on expanding our presence in the US market. Our Lindt retail stores are an ideal place for customers to enjoy themselves and to create loyal Lindt fans across the entire nation.”
Thomas Linemayr has been country CEO of Lindt & Sprüngli USA since 2009. During this time, he and his team played a key role in successfully establishing the Lindt brand in the world's biggest chocolate market.
Russell Stover operates a network of 35 independent stores located mainly in the Midwest of the USA.
Lindt The Lindt flagship store on New York's famous Fifth Avenue is a major attraction for chocolate lovers from all over the world.
Ghirardelli Ghirardelli has been based in the square of the same name since 1893, close to San Francisco's popular tourist district, Fisherman's Wharf.
PICK & MIX WITH LINDOR
Our Pick & Mix range provides a big selection of different chocolate products. Most popular are LINDOR truffles, which come in many varieties.
FLAGSHIP STORE 5TH AVEnue, NEW YORk
The flagship store on New York's 5th Avenue offers visitors a huge selection of specialty chocolate products in stylish surroundings.
VAST SELECTION
Shoppers can purchase a huge selection of block chocolate and fresh strawberries dipped in Chocolate over the counter.
MICHAEL ROY, Master Chocolatier
Lindt, USA
“The Lindt Boutique on 5th Avenue in New York City is always busy. Every day I get a real buzz out of producing miniature chocolate masterpieces in front of enthusiastic consumers.”
PROFESSIONAL ADVICE
Our Chocolate Advisors are highly trained and provide customers with excellent advice to ensure they find the most suitable product.
Ghirardelli Chocolate Company
In 1998 Lindt & Sprüngli acquires the Ghirardelli Chocolate Company as part of its geographical expansion drive. Founded in 1852, Ghirardelli is one of the oldest and most traditional manufacturers in the American chocolate market.
Megan Ferguson, Chocolate Advisor
Ghirardelli Chocolate & Ice Cream Shop, San Francisco, California, USA
“The hot fudge sundae is our flagship product. It is prepared with special care and the very best ingredients, and has a simply wonderful taste. It's the bestseller on our menu and a top favorite with our customers.”
Allison HeimaN, Chocolate Advisor
Russell Stover, Kansas City, Missouri, USA
“Russell Stover has a long history of manufacturing fine chocolates. When we became part of the Lindt & Sprüngli Group in 2014, I thought it was a perfect match.”
MILLIONS OF LOYAL CUSTOMERS
While Russell Stover is being integrated into the Lindt & Sprüngli Group, its fine chocolate products are still being sold to millions of loyal customers.
