Removing "conventional candy" offerings from checkout lines isn't great for gaining impulse purchases, but that doesn't mean consumers will turn their backs on the brands they know and love. 

Specialty candy retailer IT’SUGAR has named Mark Davis as chief financial officer and chief operations officer. 

The National Confectioners Association has promoted three members of its leadership with the goals of improving operational efficiency and enhancing the organization’s advocacy, communications, industry affairs and regulatory support.