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Brownie Wise

1913-05-25 – 1992-09-24

Portrait of Brownie Wise
Photo of Brownie Wise which appeared on the cover of Business Week (1954)Credit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

Brownie Wise (née Humphrey; May 25, 1913 – September 24, 1992) was a pioneering American saleswoman largely responsible for the success of the home products company Tupperware, through her development of the "party plan" system of marketing. She initially worked as a salesperson for Stanley Home Products to supplement her income, before switching to selling Tupperware. Wise was vice president of Tupperware Home Parties between 1951 and 1958 when she was fired by Tupperware's founder Earl Tupper.

Occupation & Career

businessperson

Legacy Highlights

Employer

Tupperware Brands

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q2892698 — wikidata View source

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