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Remodeled M&M’S World Shanghai to reopen Dec. 5

Store offers interactive, personalized experience with the M&M’S brand.

November 30, 2018

The remodeled M&M’S World Shanghai will open Dec. 5, offering colorful fun to residents and tourists from across the globe.

Peterbrooke Chocolatier opens shop in Palm Beach ahead of holiday season

Grand opening marked with free popcorn, chocolate samples for visitors.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

November 27, 2018

Peterbrooke Chocolatier has opened a new specialty retail shop on South Country Road in Palm Beach, Fla., just ahead of the holiday gifting season.

IT’SUGAR partners with FAO Schwarz to open candy shop inside new NYC flagship store

FAO Schwarz to open Nov. 16 at 30 Rockefeller Plaza.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

October 17, 2018

Specialty candy retailer IT’SUGAR has partnered with FAO Schwarz to open a candy shop — FAO Schweetz — inside FAO’s new flagship store in New York City.

IT’SUGAR coming to Chicago’s Navy Pier

“Taste of Chicago Box” to feature candy originating in the city.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 26, 2018

Specialty candy retailer IT’SUGAR will open a 2,000-sq.-ft. store at Chicago’s Navy Pier this month.

Is Amazon right for your candy business?

Peter Kearns of 180Commerce talks opportunity with Amazon during Retail Confectioners International event.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 26, 2018

Amazon represents great opportunity for all kinds of CPG manufacturers, but how can they navigate such a complex system? And how can candy makers make the most of it?

Another grocery store chain has removed candy from checkout lanes

California-based Raley’s aims to offer ‘healthier’ options, expose consumers to lesser-known brands.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 12, 2018

Removing "conventional candy" offerings from checkout lines isn't great for gaining impulse purchases, but that doesn't mean consumers will turn their backs on the brands they know and love.

IT’SUGAR taps Party City exec Mark Davis for CFO, COO roles

Mark Davis served Party City for almost 20 years.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 12, 2018

Specialty candy retailer IT’SUGAR has named Mark Davis as chief financial officer and chief operations officer.

Can virtual reality improve the shopping experience?

Walmart applies for two patents in step toward virtual store.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

August 21, 2018

Walmart has applied for two patents for a “virtual store” and fulfillment system that includes VR headsets and sensor gloves. Could that improve — or impair — shopping at Walmart stores?

Long Grove Confectionery Co. celebrates opening of 5,000-sq.-ft. retail complex

Candy company moves to new facility after decades in rented space.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

May 2, 2018

Long Grove Confectionery has moved to a property on Old McHenry Road that allows the company to cement its connection to the village of Long Grove and set a strong foundation for the future.

The changing retail landscape

Retailers seeking success must balance online capabilities with high-quality, in-store experiences.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

February 13, 2018

A push for speed and convenience continues to shape how retailers operate, but being able to leverage online capabilities against the experiences they can offer customers at brick-and-mortar locations will spell success for retailers.

Opopop aims to heat up microwave popcorn category

Hershey showcases its new strategies at Sweets & Snacks Expo

Hershey showcases new strategies, candy

Hard candy evolves beyond traditional sweetness

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