Frank P. Pellegrino

Frank Paul Pellegrino (April 10, 1901 – May 22, 1975) was an American businessman. He was the longest-serving chairman and CEO of the International Hat Company. Pellegrino built numerous factories across Southeastern Missouri, managing the company into becoming the largest manufacturing employer in the region by the 1960s.

Frank Paul Pellegrino
Executive Photo, International Hat Co., 1942
Born(1901-04-10)April 10, 1901
Cerisano in Calabria, Italy
DiedMay 22, 1975(1975-05-22) (aged 74)
St. Louis, Missouri
Occupations
ChildrenFrank G. Pellegrino, Sr. (1923–2007)

Pellegrino also engaged in numerous philanthropic projects throughout his life. Most notably, he established and funded municipal parks in Southeastern Missouri. His donations resulted in the founding of both George Tilles, Jr. Park and Maria Pellegrino Park.

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