Organizers for the Sweets & Snacks Expo are seeking nominations for the Ruby Award for Supplier Innovation, an honor given annually to a National Confectioners Association (NCA) supplier member company for advancing the confectionery industry through breakthrough innovation.

The Confectionery Leadership Awards will be presented remotely during NCA’s virtual State of the Industry Conference on March 9.

Ferrara has honored its top suppliers, cross-functional partners and procurement team for their collective contributions this year. 

The American Association of Candy Technologists has awarded Eric Schmoyer, senior project manager - R&D, Barry Callebaut, with the Stroud Jordan Award.

The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has announced the winners of the 2020 sofi Awards despite challenges presented by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Organizers for the Candy Hall of Fame induction ceremony have canceled this year’s event and will recognize the Class of 2020 during the 50th anniversary event in 2021.

The International Chocolate Salon has announced the 2020 Best Chocolatiers and Confectioners in America.

NEXTY Award winners are determined in a two-round judging process in the New Hope Network office prior to Expo West.

Peter’s Chocolate, Cargill’s premium chocolate brand, is recognizing U.S. chocolatiers who are making their mark on the industry with the new Peter’s Chocolate Award of Distinction.

The National Confectionery Sales Association has inducted the 2019 honorees into the Candy Hall of Fame.