Angie Burlison

Dietsch Brothers Chocolate-covered marshmallow

Making starch-moulded marshmallows with Dietsch Brothers in 7 steps

Natalie Beall and Bryan Smith of Dietsch Brothers illustrate how Dietsch Brothers use an antique starch press to create a uniform-shaped product — a process that takes two days in its entirety.

Angie Burlison

April 1, 2022

Natalie Beall and Bryan Smith of Dietsch Brothers illustrate how the company uses an antique starch press to create a uniform-shaped product — a process that takes two days in its entirety.

GUEST COLUMN: Rock your sweet business in Cleveland with RCI

RCI's 2018 Annual Convention & Industry Expo features focus on customer experience.

Angie Burlison

May 30, 2018

At this year’s Annual Convention & Industry Expo, RCI’s focus is presenting retail candy makers and chocolatiers with ideas and inspiration that translate into actionable strategies for creating unique and memorable experiences for their customers.

RCI: Reflecting on the past, looking to the future

Retail Confectioners International preparing to celebrate 100th anniversary

Angie Burlison

December 9, 2016

RCI encourages retail confectioners to join year-long celebration featuring three events.

Join Us In Indianapolis for Annual Convention and Industry Expo!

Retail confectioners are meeting up June 20-24, 2016 at The Westin Indianapolis.in Indianapolis, Ind. for the RCI Annual Convention & Industry Expo.

Angie Burlison

May 25, 2016

The week will include several opportunities for confectioners and suppliers to connect through the expo floor, education sessions relevant to the industry and behind-the-scenes tours.

RCI: Why it's so important to invest in education

Angie Burlison shares why it's so important for business owners to take continuing educations courses.

Angie Burlison

March 29, 2016

When was the last time you took an opportunity for continuing education? As an owner of a business it is easy to ignore learning opportunities and get lost in the details as you scramble to complete daily tasks before the sun sets.

Tour The Mid-Atlantic Region With RCI

RCI is again offering the opportunity to tour seven stores in just three days during our Mid-Atlantic Chocolate Tour.

Angie Burlison

March 11, 2015

Are you looking for ways to connect with other candy makers this spring? RCI can help!

Make networking a priority

Networking is a key component for any professional.

Angie Burlison

November 25, 2014

We all know the common phrase “it’s not what you know — it’s who you know.” But all too often we take this for granted and don’t really invest in this valuable tool.

Great Ideas Abound At RCI Events

RCI recently wrapped up its 94th Annual Convention & Industry Expo in St. Louis.

Angie Burlison

September 17, 2014

Candy makers and suppliers connected on the Expo show floor, listened to a wide variety of educational presentations and took tour buses to see firsthand what candy makers in St. Louis are up to.

RCI: Meet us in St. Louis!

RCI is hosting its 94th Annual Convention & Industry Expo in this famed “Gateway to the West.”

Angie Burlison

June 13, 2014

The theme for this event is Innovate, Collaborate & Accelerate.

Time to connect with RCI in 2014

RCI is gearing up for another full year of opportunities to participate at upcoming events and education courses.

Angie Burlison

March 17, 2014

Whether you are brand new to the industry or have a long history in confections, being an active participant is one way you can not only continue to invest in yourself but also give back.