2021 Valentine’s Day Sales Review

Larry Wilson leads NCA efforts to support customer initiatives and strengthen the confectionery industry through information sharing, communication of leading edge industry insights, and development of key shopper, customer and category research. He also drives customer engagement at key NCA events, managing both important customer alliances and programming content developed for that audience including overseeing the Sweets & Snacks Expo and Sweets Insights, the leading source for industry Insights for the confectionery industry.

Anne-Marie Roerink is a Principal at 210 Analytics, LLC — providing customized research with a specialty in food retailing for clients such as the Food Marketing Institute, National Grocers Association, National Confectioners Association, North American Meat Institute and many others. Through countless consumer studies, Anne-Marie has developed an excellent perspective on the ever-changing wants and needs of the grocery shopper in a one-size-fits-no-one world. Additionally, Anne-Marie offers a diverse and in-depth view on food retailing strategies, financials and operations. She understands the challenges and opportunities in the food business today as well as the drivers of success tomorrow. Prior to founding 210 Analytics, Anne-Marie was the Head of Research for the Food Marketing Institute. Anne-Marie designs and authors studies in meat, produce, deli prepared, frozen, SmartFood, bakery, confections and other categories.