S.S. Kresge Company

S.S. Kresge Company is a Michigan historical marker in Troy, Oakland County, dedicated 1974.

Oakland County · dedicated 1974 · 3100 West Big Beaver Road, Troy

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Sebastian Spering Kresge founded the firm in 1899 in Detroit. His guidance during its formative years was responsible for its initial success. By 1916 when it was incorporated in Michigan, the company numbered 150 units. Innovative and careful management insured its continued growth. Since the introduction of the rapidly expanding Kmart division in 1962, the firm has become one of the world’s leading mercantile chains. In 1972 the firm’s international headquarters was located here.

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