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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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Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Pecan Spice Bark

Harry and David, Medford, Ore.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 20, 2017

Fall flavors shine through in this indulgent chocolate bark by Harry and David.

Candy makers step up to help hurricane victims

Wholesome Sweeteners, Atkinson Candies and CandyRiffic contribute funds, sweets and moral support.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 20, 2017

Despite experiencing flooding in its own administrative offices, Sugar Land, Texas-based Wholesome Sweeteners, has contributed to disaster relief after Hurricane Harvey pummeled the Gulf Coast region of the state.

Yummex announces winners of 2017 Innovation Awards

Show held Sept. 18-20 at the Dubai World Trade Centre

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 20, 2017

Organizers of Yummex Middle East, formerly known as Sweets and Snacks Middle East, have announced the winners of the 2017 Innovation Awards during the show’s 11th edition, held Sept. 18-20 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

How ‘sucking’ helped Jolly Rancher's sales surge

Advertising campaign delivers double-digit sales gain, wins Hershey Effie Award.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 20, 2017

It’s safe to say that nobody wants to “suck” at what they do. Generally, having that verb assigned to your work or operation means change is in order. But Jolly Rancher, a Hershey brand that was experiencing a period of sales decline, decided to put the term — and both its meanings — to good use.

New Twix flavors

Mars Chocolate North America, Hackettstown, N.J.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 19, 2017

Mars Chocolate North America has unveiled more ways to enjoy Twix.

Gianduja items from LAB: Katrina Markoff

Vosges Haut-Chocolat, Chicago.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 19, 2017

Vosges' new LAB: Katrina Markoff line serves as an outlet for Markoff's creativity, offering a rotating selection of limited-edition items.

Betty Jane Candies' Gremlin Snackers

Betty Jane Candies, Dubuque, Iowa.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 19, 2017

Betty Jane Candies' award-winning Gremlins are now available in snack form.

Abt Electronics and Dylan's Candy Bar partner on licensed in-store location

Suburban Chicago appliance store boosts shopping experience with candy boutique

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 18, 2017

Jon Abt, who runs the 81-year-old appliance store with his three brothers, acknowledges most appliance stores don't pair chocolate bars and gummy candy with refrigerators and home theater systems. But Abt is not the average appliance store.

Hammond's Naughty or Nice candy canes

Hammond's Brands, Denver, Colo.

Alyse Thompson-Richards

September 18, 2017

This year's Naughty or Nice canes each come with the same look -- red with black and white pinstripes -- but some are flavored a "nice" strawberry and a "naughty" black licorice.