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Home » Authors » Alyse Thompson-Richards

Articles by Alyse Thompson-Richards

Kinder Joy

Ferrero introducing Kinder Joy, Tic Tac gum in U.S.

Products to hit all retail channels January 2018.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
July 3, 2017

Ferrero Group had good news for Kinder fans waiting for the iconic European brand to come Stateside.


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Sweets & Snacks 2017 1

Energy evident on show floor during Sweets & Snacks Expo 2017

Big Candy collaborates with Partnership for a Healthier America; buyers see innovation from manufacturers of all sizes.
Bernie Pacyniak
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
July 1, 2017

There’s something magical about seeing Chicago’s McCormick Place transform into Candy Land for the annual Sweets & Snacks Expo, hosted May 23-25 by the National Confectioners Association.


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Ghirardelli Bourbon Caramel

Ghirardelli Bourbon Caramel Squares

Ghirardelli Chocolate Co., San Francisco
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
June 28, 2017

Ghirardelli recently debuted the Dark Chocolate Bourbon Caramel Square, now available at grocery and drug stores nationwide


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Sanders remodel

Sanders and Morley Candy Makers to renovate Chocolate & Ice Cream Shoppe

Renovations to Clinton Township, Mich. store to be complete this fall.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
June 22, 2017

Sanders and Morley Candy Makers will unveil a renovated Chocolate & Ice Cream Shoppe this fall, the Clinton Township, Mich.-based company announced Wednesday.


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RCI finale 1

All in the family

RCI brings spirit of camaraderie, collaboration to annual convention.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
June 21, 2017

It’s been 10 months since I joined Candy Industry, but it wasn’t until a week ago that I had a chance to partake in an event hosted by the Retail Confectioners International (RCI). I didn’t realize it, but I was in for a treat.

 

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Wacky Wafers

Wacky Wafers

LEAF Brands, Newport Coast, Calif.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
June 21, 2017

After six years, Wacky Wafers are back in their original packaging, flavors and size.


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Katjes

Katjes acquires 5.7 percent of Josef Manner

Josef Manner generated $222.5 million in 2016.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
June 21, 2017

Katjes International has purchased a 5.7 percent stake in Austrian wafer manufacturer Josef Manner & Comp AG, the German gummy maker announced earlier this month.


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BBX Capital acquires IT’SUGAR for $57 million

IT’SUGAR ceo Jeff Rubin will remain as ceo.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
June 19, 2017

Fort Lauderdale, Fla.-based BBX Capital Corp. has acquired specialty candy retail chain IT'SUGAR for $57 million, the holding company announced Monday. 


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Nestlé could sell U.S. confectionery business

Switzerland-based company “exploring options” through review of U.S. market.
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
June 16, 2017

Switzerland-based Nestlé S.A. says it’s “exploring strategic options” for its nearly $1-billion U.S. confectionery business, including a possible sale.


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Wrigley summer items

Wrigley summer Skittles, Juicy Fruit

Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co., Chicago
Alyse Thompson
Alyse Thompson-Richards
June 14, 2017

Just in time for summer celebrations, Wrigley has launched Skittles America Mix and Juicy Fruit America Pop gum.


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