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3 trends we saw at the ECRM Everyday & Summer Seasonal candy planning session

Session held Aug. 25-29 at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans.

September 11, 2019

Here are some of the trends Managing Editor Alyse Thompson saw while attending the ECRM Everyday and Summer Seasonal candy planning session in New Orleans.

Three companies nab 2019 ECRM Buyer’s Choice Awards

Judging held during ECRM Candy Planning session from Aug. 25-29 in New Orleans.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 11, 2019

Retail buyers attending ECRM’s Everyday and Summer Seasonal Candy Planning session in New Orleans Aug. 25-29 have selected winners of the 2019 Buyer's Choice Awards.

Theo Chocolate unveils new packaging

Seattle company worked with New York branding agency to update look.

September 11, 2019

The Seattle-based chocolate maker is reestablishing its core purpose and inviting people to see the big impact a small treat can have.

American Licorice launches Cambodian-made hard candy brand in the U.S.

Aprati Foods launch includes Frutati and Mocati hard candy.

September 10, 2019

American Licorice Co. is launching Aprati Foods, a hard candy brand produced in Cambodia, in the U.S.

Sugarfina files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Specialty candy retailer owes $26.65 million in debt.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 9, 2019

Specialty candy retailer Sugarfina, Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware, citing shifts in the retail sector, uncertainty in its international partnerships and difficulty in controlling margins as reasons for not being profitable.

Amos Sweets marks 15th anniversary with new global strategy

Company held new product launch celebration in China on Aug. 8.

September 6, 2019

As Amos Sweets, the supplier of brands such as 4D Gummy, Biobor and Blink Mints, marks its 15th anniversary this month, the company has revealed a strategy for the next phase of its development.

Alter Eco forms coalition of brands to protect Amazon Rainforest

Company also has own agroforestry program in the Amazon.

September 5, 2019

Alter Eco has gathered a coalition of eco-conscious brands to help protect the Amazon and drive awareness about how to counter the effects of deforestation.