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Hershey acquires ONE Brands for $397M

Acquisition marks the third snack brand investment for Hershey this month

August 28, 2019

Formerly known as Oh Yeah! Nutrition, ONE Brands was founded in 1999 by Ron McAfee. The company, currently backed by Cavu Venture Partners, has roots in sports nutrition.

How can candy companies target health and wellness consumers?

Latest Hershey acquisition highlights an evolving industry, while Hartman Group Report details the changing dynamics of the health and wellness sector.

Crystal Lindell

August 28, 2019

Yes, candy companies have long been pigeonholed into the indulgent category, but as with all things, there’s money to be made by evolving.

Dum Dums

Dum Dums launches first ad campaign in 30 years

In a series of animated stories designed to delight, a new tagline for the 95-year-old brand is introduced: ‘Make Life Pop.’

Crystal Lindell

August 27, 2019

There’s no better time than now for a pop of brightness, and that’s the idea at the center of the new Dum Dums Lollipops advertising campaign.

SweeTARTS partners with fashion designer Christian Siriano

Partnership is meant to celebrate candy’s 'Be Both' campaign.

Crystal Lindell

August 27, 2019

Siriano designed a custom couture look inspired by the brand, which celebrates the freedom to be "more than one thing."

Are consumers really choosing natural claims over price and taste?

FMCG says consumers are paying more attention to natural claims when snacking in Germany, however are price and taste still more important?

Will Cowling

August 27, 2019

FMCG Gurus research shows that consumers are moving toward paying attention to flavor and natural formulation above the price of a snack when looking to treat and reward themselves.

Hershey expands investments into snacking businesses

Company announces minority investments in FULFIL Holdings Limited, Blue Stripes LLC.

Crystal Lindell

August 21, 2019

The Hershey Co. has announced minority investments in emerging snacking businesses FULFIL Holdings Limited and Blue Stripes LLC.

Long Island mom gets patent for Yum-Wick chocolate candles

Tara Wright’s Yum-Wick are completely edible, Belgian chocolate party candles.

August 21, 2019

Tara Wright, creator of Yum-Wick edible chocolate candles, has received a patent for her product, which is made with Belgian chocolate.

ECRM Everyday Candy Planning session to kick off Aug. 25 in New Orleans

Program to pair buyers, manufacturers in speed-dating style meetings.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

August 21, 2019

ECRM’s upcoming Candy Planning: Everyday & Summer Seasonal session is just the place to find out what treats and trends will be hot over the next year.

One-on-One with Sugarfina co-founder Rosie O’Neill

O’Neill reflects on specialty retailer’s success in Hong Kong, future in Asia.

August 19, 2019

Sugarfina is poised to take on Asia with shops in Japan, Korea, Singapore and the Chinese mainland following the opening of its first Asian boutique at Harbour City in Hong Kong.

IT’SUGAR to open 3-story candy store in New Jersey

American Dream retail, entertainment complex set to open this fall.

August 14, 2019

IT’SUGAR will open a three-story candy store in the American Dream retail and entertainment development in East Rutherford, N.J.

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Hershey acquires ONE Brands for $397M

How can candy companies target health and wellness consumers?

Dum Dums launches first ad campaign in 30 years

SweeTARTS partners with fashion designer Christian Siriano

Are consumers really choosing natural claims over price and taste?

Hershey expands investments into snacking businesses

Long Island mom gets patent for Yum-Wick chocolate candles

ECRM Everyday Candy Planning session to kick off Aug. 25 in New Orleans

One-on-One with Sugarfina co-founder Rosie O’Neill

IT’SUGAR to open 3-story candy store in New Jersey

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