In this role, Guarneri will be responsible for overseeing the companies’ sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring that the procurement processes align with the companies’ goals and values.

The new offerings from Kool-Aid and Warheads Rock Candy Sticks will be available in seasonal two-packs with a holiday design, along with Warheads Countdown Calendar and Hilco’s peppermint spoons.

Edmonson will be a member of Hilco's executive team, managing the company’s key accounts, national sales team, and regional sales.

Warheads Mega Sour Booms and Kool-Aid Fruity Chews are now available in a larger size.

The gummies are available in a three fruity flavors bag with Tropical Punch, Cherry, and Grape, or a bag with four Sour flavors including Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, Green Apple, and Orange.

Each pop includes 1.41-oz. of sour-sanded Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, or Green Apple candy, and the suggested retail price is $1.79-$1.99.

Auerbach was a toy and novelty candy creator for more than 40 years, with many historic items reaching the market. 

Hilco has joined with Kraft Heinz and Impact Confections to create an old-fashioned favorite: rock candy sticks.

Some of the unique products we saw at ECRM this year range from all-natural candy canes, to Monster Jelly gummies, to Ketchup and Pickle Lovers' gift packs.

We recently spoke to a representative at CandyRific and Hilco about its novelty products and trends in the category.