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SmartSweets cola gummies

SmartSweets adds Nina Dobrev, Shawn Mendes to roster of investors

Brand offers low-sugar versions of classic candies.
March 9, 2022

SmartSweets continues to expand its product lineup with innovations including Cola Gummies and Lollipops, joining fan-favorites like Peach Rings, Sour Blast Buddies, Sweet Fish and more.


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Mount franklin foods

Mount Franklin Foods to double capacity with manufacturing facility expansion

Expansion also expected to bring 400 jobs to the surrounding area.
March 9, 2022

Mount Franklin Foods has broken ground on a 280,000-sq.-ft. expansion to its manufacturing facility in San Jeronimo, a port of entry in the Mexican state of Chihuahua.


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Scott Funk, who Blommer Chocolate has promoted to sale director for the central region

Blommer promotes Scott Funk to central region sales director

Most recently, Funk was a national account manager for the chocolate company.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
March 7, 2022

Most recently, Funk served as a national account manager for the chocolate company. 


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Godiva Ice Cream pints, including salted caramel brownie, midnight swirl, and caramel embrace. Ice cream created with Boardwalk Frozen Treats

GODIVA launches super-premium ice cream with Boardwalk Frozen Treats

The ice cream comes in seven flavors, including Hazelnut Crunch, Praline Cone, and Caramel Embrace, among others.
Crystal Lindell
Crystal Lindell
March 7, 2022

The premium chocolate maker has partnered with Boardwalk Frozen Treats to create GODIVA super-premium ice cream pints in seven different flavors.


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IT’SUGAR names former Sephora exec Rob Trujillo as VP of stores

Trujillo has also served at GAP, Aeropostale, Children’s Place and Warner Bros.
March 7, 2022

As a member of the executive team, Trujillo will be responsible for delivering IT’SUGAR stores sales and participating in the strategic leadership of the company.


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Candy Industry announces winners of the 2022 Valentine’s Day Products Poll

Votes were tallied in three categories.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
March 7, 2022

Divided into three categories, we asked our readers to decide which products previously featured on CandyIndustry.com represented the best of the best for Valentine's Day.


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Hershey She Campaign packaging

An inside look at how Hershey supports gender equality

Company partners with Girl on the Run in the U.S., Girl Up around the world.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
March 7, 2022

Candy Industry recently spoke with Marlene Creighton, VP – Food East, about how Hershey supports gender equality inside the workplace and beyond.


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Vermont Nut Free Chocolates names Ryan Emmons as director of sales

Emmons has served at Vermont Coffee Company, Ben & Jerry’s.
March 2, 2022

Emmons brings to the position a strong background in the consumer packaged goods industry.


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Mars Wrigley to mark launch of Starburst Airs with LA pop-up

Starburst Airs Market to feature inflatable food, household essentials.
March 2, 2022

In celebration of the upcoming launch of Starburst Airs aerated gummies, Mars Wrigley will host an experiential pop-up market in the Los Angeles area this week.


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Venchi packages 2022 Easter Collection in recyclable materials

Company uses less virgin plastic in this year’s collection.
March 2, 2022

Venchi Italian Chocolate has used six fewer tons of virgin plastic on its 2022 Easter Collection than the previous year’s collection, encouraging conscious recycling and use of sustainable materials.


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