A Look into Libbey By Julia Hage-Welsh As a part of our Glass-centric edition, we wanted to feature a company that was born and developed in Toledo. With the help of our friends at Libbey Glass, we got a look into who they are, their history, and their mission. “Libbey hails originally from East Cambridge, Massachusetts, home of the New England Glass Company which was founded in 1818. In 1888, Edward Drummond Libbey, son of the first corporate owner, William, moved the company to Toledo, Ohio. The Northwest Ohio area offered abundant natural gas resources and access to large deposits of high quality sand. Toledo also had a network of railroad and steamship lines, making it an ideal location for the company. In 1892, the name was changed to The Libbey Glass Company. Libbey and Toledo were a match made in heaven and thus the glass city was born. As an Americas-based business with a global reach and exemplary customer service, Libbey delivers the finest glassware and tabletop to the world. We’re redefining fine tabletops through the creation of glassware, tableware and flatware with unparalleled beauty and durability. We are proud of our Midwestern grit and the entrepreneurial spirit of our hometown in Toledo, Ohio where we oversee the manufacturing of environmentally responsible glassware and tabletop products. We’re dedicated to increasing our environmental sustainability and we’re transparent about the progress we are making. Our products instill confidence in our end users to empower consumers to celebrate life’s moments. Whether it’s enjoying a cold beer with a coworker after a long day at the office, a casual night out with friends or family, or a special occasion with that certain someone, Libbey makes every moment one to remember. Glass is the earth-friendly solution for today’s sustainably minded lifestyles, because everything taste better in glass – naturally. We’re artisans who believe that form and function can combine to create beautiful sensory experiences that enhance every occasion. Because we know that total tabletop solution should begin with the menu in mind. Our designers, engineers and artisans are meticulous in their resolve to produce the finest tabletops for the makers of drinks, the makers of meals, and the makers of memories. We’re a company that’s celebrating 203 years - we love living our legacy, shaping our future and winning as one. We’re American made and Toledo proud. And we welcome future “makers” to join us to make glass in the Glass City!” Libbey: Made for Makers, by Makers since 1818.” Page 7
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