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Warrell Corp. greets new year with leadership changes

Kevin Silva named executive v.p.; Robert Bard to head up operations.

January 8, 2015

The family-owned confectionery manufacturer, now celebrating its 50th year, made the changes according to the management succession plan it released in 2014.

Pez Candy names Christian Jegen new president and ceo

Former Haribo of America president joins famed “interactive” confectionery company.

Abigail Watt

January 7, 2015

Christian Jegen, former president of Haribo of America, has signed on to lead Pez Candy as its news president and ceo.

Mrs. Fields Confections acquires Maxfield Candy assets

Maxfield Candy and Nutty Guys brands become part of Mrs. Fields’ growing portfolio.

Abigail Watt

January 7, 2015

Mrs. Fields Confections, a subsidiary of Famous Brands Int’l, is acquiring almost all assets of Maxfield Candy Co., including its top brands, Maxfield Candy and Nutty Guys.

Elmer Chocolate invests $40 million in Louisiana expansion

Chocolate manufacturer expands and upgrades production facility for better efficiency and competitiveness.

Abigail Watt

January 7, 2015

Ponchatoula, La.-based Elmer Chocolate is spending $40 million to expand and modernize production capacity.

Hershey

Hershey acquires iconic Canadian candy maker Allan Candy Co.

Deal extends Hershey’s Sweets & Refreshment manufacturing capacity in North America, adds famous Canadian confectionery brands to the Hershey portfolio.

Crystal Lindell

December 4, 2014

The Allan Candy Co. is well known across Canada for its iconic confectionery brands, including Allan, Big Foot, Hot Lips and Laces.

Fannie May

Thanksgiving fire destroys Fannie May warehouse and distribution facility

Candy maker rallies around the clock to stay on track for holiday orders.

Crystal Lindell

December 4, 2014

On Thanksgiving Day, a fire destroyed Fannie May Fine Chocolates’ warehouse and distribution facility in Maple Heights, Ohio.

One-on-one with Justin Gold from Justin’s

Nutty innovation spreads health, profitable snacking options

Curtis Vreeland

November 26, 2014

"To be honest, the business was failing [at first]. You can’t sell enough jars; you can’t have a big enough margin; not enough product differentiation," Gold says.

Recchuiti Confections: Still driving (flavors) hard

Candy Industry Magazine revisits this heralded San Francisco-based confectioner after a 10-year hiatus to discover evolutionary changes, all revolving around a singular commitment to excellence.

Bernie Pacyniak

November 25, 2014

“I never settle, which drives people crazy,” Recchuiti asserts. “I have a difficult time being comfortable, so I throw myself into uncomfortable situations.”

Raaka Chocolates: Raw flavor powers growth

Brooklyn-based bean-to-bar operation finds following for its minimally processed chocolates that emphasize maximizing cocoa bean flavors.

Bernie Pacyniak

November 25, 2014

Meet Nate Hodge, a political speech major and onetime songwriter and vocalist for the alternative folk/ rock band, Tall Stranger. These days, however, he’s writing lyrics for a different life chapter, one that involves overseeing development and production of “virgin” chocolate products at Raaka Chocolate in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Dandelion Chocolate: On a mission

Former Silicon Valley entrepreneurs embrace bean-to-bar chocolate making, and find themselves delightfully overseeing a growth engine called Dandelion Chocolate.

Bernie Pacyniak

November 25, 2014

One of the first things a newcomer stepping into Dandelion Chocolate’s café and production area on Valencia St. in San Francisco experiences — besides the obvious hipster din and energy — is the large welcoming chalkboard.

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Warrell Corp. greets new year with leadership changes

Pez Candy names Christian Jegen new president and ceo

Mrs. Fields Confections acquires Maxfield Candy assets

Elmer Chocolate invests $40 million in Louisiana expansion

Hershey acquires iconic Canadian candy maker Allan Candy Co.

Thanksgiving fire destroys Fannie May warehouse and distribution facility

One-on-one with Justin Gold from Justin’s

Recchuiti Confections: Still driving (flavors) hard

Raaka Chocolates: Raw flavor powers growth

Dandelion Chocolate: On a mission

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