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Alyse Thompson-Richards

Alyse Thompson-Richards has held many positions with BNP Media, first serving as an intern at Candy Industry magazine in summer 2012. She joined Candy Industry's staff full time as associate editor in August 2016 after a few years at newspapers in West-Central Illinois, becoming managing editor in March 2019. Alyse has also served as managing editor of Cannabis Products magazine since March 2019, and is currently the editor-in-chief of Food Engineeering magazine. She has bachelor’s degrees in journalism and Spanish from Western Illinois University.

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Milky Way Fudge

Mars Wrigley Confectionery, Hackettstown, N.J.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 7, 2018

Milky Way Fudge features rich fudge nougat covered with smooth caramel and milk chocolate.

Jelly Belly Retro Collection

Jelly Belly Candy Co., Fairfield, Calif.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 7, 2018

Jelly Belly Candy Co. shines a spotlight on its timeless confections with the Retro Collection.

Chocodate

Ziyad Brothers Importing, Cicero, Ill.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 7, 2018

Chocodate features an almond tucked inside date that’s dipped in chocolate.

NCA announces promotion of three leaders

President and CEO John Downs says NCA has made ‘tremendous progress’ on strategic plan.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 6, 2018

The National Confectioners Association has promoted three members of its leadership with the goals of improving operational efficiency and enhancing the organization’s advocacy, communications, industry affairs and regulatory support.

Alter Eco Truffle 3-packs

Alter Eco, San Francisco, Calif.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 6, 2018

Alter Eco has introduced three-packs of its Sea Salt, Mint Crème and Salted Caramel Truffles.

Loackini chocolates

Loacker USA, New York City.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 5, 2018

Loacker will celebrate National Chocolate Day on Oct. 28 with the launch of Loackini.

Tru Fru, Koko’s Confectionery and Dave’s Sweet Tooth win 2018 Buyer's Choice Awards

Judging held during ECRM Candy Planning event held Aug. 27-29 at the Hilton Anaheim.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 5, 2018

The results are in. Retail buyers attending ECRM’s Everyday and Summer Seasonal Candy Planning event in Anaheim Aug. 26-30 have selected winners of the 2018 Buyers Choice Awards.

Pack your bags: Resort in the Philippines now offering chocolate-themed getaway

Shangri-La Mactan Resort & Spa in Cebu uses cacao grown at the resort for “The Land of Chocolate.”

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 4, 2018

The Shangri-La Mactan Resort & Spa in Cebu, Philippines, has launched “The Land of Chocolate,” featuring chocolate made from cacao grown at the resort.

Gerrit J. Verburg acquires classic gum brands from Mondelez International

Black Jack, Clover, Beemans gum projected to hit shelves in late 2018.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

August 29, 2018

Gerrit J. Verburg Co. has acquired three classic gum brands — Black Jack, Clove and Beemans — from Mondelez International.

ECRM Preview: New products slated to be showcased at event

Event kicks off Aug. 26 in Anaheim, Calif. and also will include insights from Larry Levin, of IRI.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

August 22, 2018

ECRM’s Candy Planning: Everyday & Summer Seasonal EPPS is just the place to find out what treats and trends will be hot over the next year, and Candy Industry can’t wait to see the products debuting at the show!

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