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Asher’s Chocolate co-chairman to retire

Jack Asher took over company with brother Bob in 1968.

April 5, 2017

John L. Asher Jr., co-chairman of Souderton, Pa.-based Asher’s Chocolate Co., will retire after nearly 50 years at the company’s helm.

Ferrero pledges to double its Fairtrade commitment in cocoa.

Ferrero Group ceo to become chairman in management reorganization

Company executive Lapo Civiletti will become new ceo.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

April 5, 2017

Italy-based Ferrero Group will reorganize its upper management in hopes of growing its position in the chocolate and sweet packaged food markets.

Candyking announces new ownership

Dani Evanoff, ceo of Candyking, acquires company from equity group.

Olivia Zyszczynski

November 30, 2016

Candyking, a pick-and-mix candy supplier in Nordic countries, the UK, Ireland and Poland, announced that ceo Dani Evanoff will take ownership of the company from its current investment fund owner, Accent Equity 2008.

Warrell’s Pat Huffman to retire, Silva named as successor

Candy maker looks toward family leadership as celebrates 50th anniversary.

May 6, 2015

Patrick Huffman, president of the Warrell Corp., will retire on June 5, as part of the long-planned transition back to family management of the candy company.