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Hershey taps Stacy Taffet as chief growth officer

Hershey taps Stacy Taffet as chief growth officer

The new hire brings 20+ years of leadership experience to the role.
Candy Industry Staff
March 12, 2025

In this role, Taffet will be responsible for driving growth strategies across the company's expanding snacks portfolio.


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Lindt launches non-dairy Lindor Oatmilk Chocolate Truffles

Lindt to cut out U.S. as supplier to avoid tariffs

Canada may receive the company's treats only from Europe to sidestep new taxes.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
March 11, 2025

The company will be supplying Canada chocolate from Europe instead of the U.S. after Canada announces 25% tariffs.


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VIDEO: Showcasing new SmartSweets products

VIDEO: Showcasing new SmartSweets products

Co-CEOs Heidi Dorosin and Katrina Hahn talk new Cinnamon Bears, SweetChews.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
March 11, 2025

Dorosin and Hahn discuss the decision to bring back SweetChews with new flavors, the challenges of putting cinnamon into a gummy snack, and how to create a healthy candy product without sacrificing taste.


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Hershey names Tiffany Menyhart as chief customer officer

Hershey names Tiffany Menyhart as chief customer officer

The new hire brings 30 years of sales/CPG experience, including 15 in confection.
Candy Industry Staff
March 11, 2025

With 30 years of sales and CPG experience, including 15 years in confection, Menyhart will lead Hershey's U.S. Confection sales team to advance the company's vision of becoming a leading snacking powerhouse


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Confectionery sales surpass $54 billion in 2024: NCA

Consumers turn to chocolate, candy, gum, and mints to make moments sweeter.
Candy Industry Staff
March 10, 2025

98% of shoppers reported that they had purchased confectionery products at some point in 2024.


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Tic Tac Chewy debuts its first-ever creative campaign

Tic Tac Chewy debuts its first-ever creative campaign

The brand is also partnering with influencers to promote the ads.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
March 10, 2025

We were able to touch base with Yann Bastien, Tic Tac innovation marketing director, to learn more about the new campaign.


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Rainforest Alliance launches new sustainable agriculture standard

Rainforest Alliance launches new sustainable agriculture standard

Version 1.4 of the Standard included feedback from farmers and companies.
Candy Industry Staff
March 6, 2025

The latest version of the organization's standard aims to be more user-friendly and data-driven.


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See's Candies CEO named NCA's Advocate of the Year

See's Candies CEO named NCA's Advocate of the Year

Pat Egan was presented with the award on March 4 at SOTIC.
Candy Industry Staff
March 6, 2025

The award honors Egan’s outstanding dedication to ensuring the confectionery industry’s strong voice in critical policy discussions at every level of government.


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Harry & David opens retail store in Huntington, NY

Harry & David opens retail store in Huntington, NY

The opening marks the East Coast retail debut of sister brand Cheryl's Cookies.
Candy Industry Staff
March 6, 2025

The Long Island shop will offer premium gourmet gifts and in-store experiences.


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7 products we loved at the 2025 Christmas & Halloween ECRM show

7 products we loved at the 2025 Christmas & Halloween ECRM show

Confections from Béquet Confections, Hilco, and more.
Lis Parker
Liz Parker Kuhn
March 4, 2025

Some of the unique products we saw at ECRM this year range from hot chocolate caramels, to working clock cookie tins, and more.


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