Alyse Thompson 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. She has bachelor’s degrees in journalism and Spanish from Western Illinois University.
Mondelēz International has unveiled plans to divest its developed market gum business in favor of focusing on growth in the chocolate, biscuits and baked snacks categories.
The latest metal detector equipment can be integrated with vertical packaging while also sharing real-time status updates with operators via Industry 4.0. They feature accessible, customizable touch screens; options for easy upgrades, and seamless integration within multiple parts of the production line.
Candy Industry recently spoke to Wouter Stomph, ofi’s North America head of cocoa product development and innovation, about evolving tastes and using whole, natural ingredients to enhance product flavor profiles.
In a separate undertaking, members of the Enstrom family have launched Vita Hemp, a line of gummies infused with superfood ingredients and cannabidiol (CBD).
Divided into three categories, we asked our readers to decide which products previously featured on CandyIndustry.com represented the best of the best for Valentine's Day.
Candy Industry recently spoke with John Galloway, CM&IO and interim president of the Americas, GODIVA, about how its retail strategy influenced its approach to Valentine’s Day, its activation in New York City, and its expectations for the season.