The National Confectioners Association is the trade organization that promotes the unique role of chocolate, candy, gum and mints in a happy, balanced lifestyle and the companies that make these special treats. Through advocacy and regulatory guidance, communications, industry insights, and retail and supply chain engagement, NCA helps creates an environment that enables candy makers to thrive. Confections are produced in all 50 states, creating jobs for approximately 58,000 workers in more than 1,613 manufacturing facilities across the country.