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Lindell column: Conferences should continue virtual event access after COVID-19

As events move in-person, Editor Crystal Lindell asks organizers to keep virtual offerings for participants.

Crystal Lindell

May 12, 2021

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"To be clear, I’m not asking that we hold events with only virtual options — I’m just asking that we don’t hold any with only in-person options," Lindell writes.

Podcast: Hershey’s Dale Clark on expanding the GCIC, responding to COVID, and eCommerce

Candy Industry Editor Crystal Lindell interviews Clark on the latest episode of ‘Confectionery Conversations.’

Crystal Lindell

April 21, 2021

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Clark discusses Hershey’s Global Consumer Insights Center expansion, the company's new virtual meeting capabilities and which COVID-19 changes will linger after the pandemic is over.

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After a year of COVID-19, how will the candy industry know the worst is over?

With about 3 months to go until the NCA’s Sweets & Snacks Expo, the event will again serve as a touchstone in the pandemic timeline.

Crystal Lindell

March 10, 2021

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It’s different for different people. Editor Crystal Lindell marks the beginning of COVID-19 at 8:51 p.m. Central Time, March 11, 2020.

A look back at how the candy industry coped with COVID-19 in 2020

Event cancelations, economic impacts, and the general uncertainty of the last year left its mark on candy companies all over the world.

Crystal Lindell

December 23, 2020

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While we are still nowhere near the end of the pandemic, we've closed out 2020. So it seems important to take a moment and look back at everything that’s happened.

How can we make predictions after such an unpredictable year?

2020 made forecasting 2021 feel different than it has in years past, but it also showed that knowing the future isn’t as important as we once thought.

Crystal Lindell

December 16, 2020

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We just spent all of 2020 being hit with one large-scale traumatic event after another. How could anyone possibly know what the 2021 confectionery trends are going to be?

2020 has turned out to be just as 'blue' as Pantone predicted

Nothing in 2020 has been precedented, but the confectionery industry continues to rise to the challenge.

Crystal Lindell

October 14, 2020

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It feels important, as a journalistic enterprise, to take a moment to note just how unprecedented these times actually are.

Suzy research shows 6 ways brands can help consumers celebrate Halloween

While the COVID-19 pandemic has created a lot of uncertainty around the holiday, consumers are looking for creative ways to still celebrate.

Crystal Lindell

October 12, 2020

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Zoom parties, candy and scary movies are all on the agenda for Halloween this year.

Ferrara’s Mariah Havens talks Halloween, Amazon and that BRACH’S Turkey Dinner Candy Corn

The senior brand manager of seasonal marketing says Ferrara has turned to eCommerce, packaging changes and an elongated selling season to remain successful during tumultuous times.

October 7, 2020

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"At Ferrara, we know that unique innovations and exclusive product offerings help to drive people in-store. As polarizing as it may be, there’s no better example than the recent release of BRACH’S Turkey Dinner Candy Corn, created exclusively for Walgreens," Havens said.

European Candy Kettle Club

European Candy Kettle Club event pushed to 2021 amid COVID-19

Oliver Schindler, of Sweet Tec, and this year’s recipient, will hold celebration event next year.

Crystal Lindell

October 5, 2020

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“This decision was made with a heavy heart for the safety of our members and especially of the awardee and his guests," the club said. “We hope to see you all in Cologne in January 2021 or in Düsseldorf in February.”

Halloween 2020

Tricking-or-treating isn’t safe this year, but there are lots of alternatives

Confectionery industry comes through with innovations to help everyone celebrate safely amid COVID-19.

Crystal Lindell

September 30, 2020

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Thankfully, candy companies have come through for us. They’re putting safety first, and offering so many creative alternatives to celebrate this year.