Stephen Scully, v.p. of operations for Anthony-Thomas Candy Co., passed away at his home Dec. 17 after complications from COVID-19. He was 53.

Candy makers and chocolatiers are invited to discover how they can reinvent and revolutionize their businesses at Retail Confectioners International’s Annual Convention & Industry Expo, set for June 18-22 in Cleveland, Ohio.

A Nestlé official says a $31-million expansion to its Quality Assurance Center in Dublin, Ohio, will help the company continue to anticipate and exceed food quality and safety standards.