Flavor mashups prevail at 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo

Candy show held May 21-23 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

July 24, 2019

This year’s event, held May 21-23, brought together tried-and-true brands and upstarts seeking to carve out their place in an ever-changing market.

NCA announces promotion of three leaders

President and CEO John Downs says NCA has made ‘tremendous progress’ on strategic plan.

Alyse Thompson

September 6, 2018

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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.

Snacking — and treating — take the stage at Sweets & Snacks Expo 2018

Candy show held May 22-24 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

July 11, 2018

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It’s always sweet to see Chicago’s McCormick Place transform into a wonderland of candy and snacks for the annual Sweets & Snacks Expo.

NCA chief John Downs talks future of confectionery industry at CHOCOVISION

Downs says 90 percent of Americans view candy as an important part of their lives.

Christian Metzger

June 8, 2018

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John Downs, president and ceo of the National Confectioners Association, spoke about the future of the confectionery industry at the CHOCOVISION conference in Davos, Switzerland, this week.

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Flavor mashups prevail at 2019 Sweets & Snacks Expo

NCA announces promotion of three leaders

Snacking — and treating — take the stage at Sweets & Snacks Expo 2018

NCA chief John Downs talks future of confectionery industry at CHOCOVISION

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