The National Confectionery Sales Association honored 12 confectionery industry leaders during its 51st Candy Hall of Fame induction ceremony. 

The 167-year-old company is approaching its 60th year of ownership by the Nelson family, and Robert A. Nelson, who recently received Candy Industry's 75th Kettle Award, has been part of its leadership for three decades.

Established in 2007, TasteTV International Chocolate Salon is one of the premier international bodies celebrating and honoring artisan and premium chocolates and confections.

Established in 2007, TasteTV International Chocolate Salon is one of the premier international bodies celebrating and honoring artisan and premium chocolates and confections.

Established in 2007, TasteTV International Chocolate Salon is one of the premier international bodies celebrating and honoring artisan and premium chocolates and confections.

Established in 2007, TasteTV International Chocolate Salon is one of the premier international bodies celebrating and honoring artisan and premium chocolates and confections.

The event, which was held for the first time since 2019, also honored nominees Judy Hilliard McCarthy, formerly of Hilliards Chocolates, and Mark Schlott of R.M. Palmer Company.

The Most Innovative New Product Awards recognize the most innovative confectionery and snack products and the companies that created them.

The Golden & Silver Candy Dish Awards and Woman of Influence Award will be presented at the Sweets & Snacks Expo Award Ceremony on May 23.

The Candy Hall of Fame was founded in 1971 and recognizes lifetime career achievements in the confectionery industry, with induction based on dedication to the overall betterment of the industry.