GUEST COLUMN: Rock your sweet business in Cleveland with RCI

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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

RCI concludes successful year, looks forward to future

Angie Burlison, RCI Ex. Dir., reflects on all she's learned since taking on the role in 2013

Angie Burlison

December 16, 2013

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From a historic tour of Pennsylvania to hosting RCI's 93rd annual convention, and touring 7 companies in Buffalo, N.Y., it's been a great year!

2021 Candy State of the Industry

On Demand Confectionery industry experts weigh in on the state of the candy industry, which has gone through the most massive shift in recent memory after grappling with COVID-19. While confectionery as a whole proved to be “pandemic proof,” not every individual category fared so well. Experts will share the insights they’ve gleaned over the last year, while also offering predictions on what’s to come.

Seasonal Candy Trends in a Post-Pandemic World

Seasonal candy continues to drive innovation and growth in the industry, and candymakers are tapping into that potentially more than ever before. While the focus on traditional fall and winter holidays remains strong, candy companies are creating more products for non-traditional celebrations during other times of the years, and they are marketing them in exciting new ways to reach consumers both in-store and online.

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Does your company plan to develop or introduce products over the next year that fit any of the following trends?

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GUEST COLUMN: Rock your sweet business in Cleveland with RCI

RCI: Reflecting on the past, looking to the future

Join Us In Indianapolis for Annual Convention and Industry Expo!

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

Tour The Mid-Atlantic Region With RCI

Make networking a priority

Great Ideas Abound At RCI Events

RCI: Meet us in St. Louis!

Time to connect with RCI in 2014

RCI concludes successful year, looks forward to future

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