History
The story of the Mike-sell's Potato Chip Company began in 1910 when Daniel W. Mikesell
went into business selling dried beef and sausage. Shortly after starting the business,
Mikesell purchased equipment for making potato chips, which were then known as "Saratoga
Chips" named for the place they were discovered.
As business grew, Mikesell enlarged equipment, hired help outside the family, and
established delivery routes to furnish chips to local grocery stores. In 1925, the
Mikesell Company saw a need for a unique logo. It was decided that a "play
on words" using the Mikesell name should be used and the trademark "Mike-sell's"
remains today.
Leslie C. Mapp became associated with Mike-sell's Potato Chip Company in 1947 and
became Executive Vice President in 1952. He became President and Chief Executive
Officer in 1965, following the death of Daniel W. Mikesell.
In 1955, Mr. Mapp oversaw the building of new production facilities and offices
at 333 Leo Street in Dayton. Since that time, the plant has had a series of additions
and remodeling, which doubled the size of the original structure.
A second plant was opened in 1987 located in Indianapolis. This technologically
advanced plant produces Mike-sell's Puffcorn Delites, Baked Cheese Curls, and Pretzels.
Although many things have changed since 1910, one thing has not - the quality of
Mike-sell's products. We believe this dedication to quality set by Daniel Mikesell
has helped us remain a b leader in the industry and now the oldest potato chip
manufacturer in the United States. Thus our motto will remain: They are Delicious!
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