Tim Quinn, vice president of trade development at Mars Chocolate North America, Hackettstown, N.J., will chair the National Confectioners Association’s (NCA) 2014 Sweets & Snacks Expo for the third year in a row. The expo is the largest venue representing all major U.S. distribution channels of candy and snack products in one location, attracting more than 15,000 industry professionals from 90 countries in May 2013.
“It’s truly an honor to be asked to return to lead this vital forum for sharing and showcasing innovation within our industry,” Quinn says. “The Sweets & Snacks Expo has evolved over the past 17 years, becoming not only a tradeshow for new products, but also an invaluable resource for the industry. It’s a place where manufacturers and customers can find practical business strategies, inspiring ideas and effective merchandising solutions.”