During the fall meeting of the National Confectioners Association’s board of trustees on Tuesday, October 26, Barry Rosenbaum, president of Nassau Candy Distributors, presided over his first meeting as the new chairman of NCA’s board of trustees, moving from his previous position as the board’s vice chairman.
Press Releases
There’s No Wrong Way To Enjoy Candy Corn
It might be a bit divisive – you either love it or you don’t – but there’s no more iconic treat to enjoy during the Halloween season than candy corn. And there is no greater debate in American households this time of year than deciding the “right” way to eat candy corn.
Fortunately, the National Confectioners Association recently released the definitive deep dive on how people enjoy this classic treat.
New Data Shows 2021 Halloween Chocolate and Candy Sales Are Up
The 2021 Halloween season is full of excitement, as chocolate and candy sales are up and consumers are ready to maximize their fun during the Halloween season. Retailers are going strong on their Halloween sets, with about 27% more seasonal items per store than in 2020. Consumers are planning to celebrate in a big way, including young parents – 93% of whom say they plan to celebrate Halloween this year. And sales of chocolate and candy are up 48% over 2020 and nearly 60% over 2019.
NCA Reveals What Chocolate Lovers Want
Today, the National Confectioners Association released a new report exploring chocolate consumption patterns and preferences titled Getting to Know Chocolate Consumers 2021: Exploring Consumer Demographics, Consumption Preferences and Shopping Habits for Mainstream, Premium and Fine Chocolate.
Chocolate and Candy Companies Fuel the American Economy
The National Confectioners Association released a new report today outlining the important and essential role confectionery manufacturing plays in the U.S. economy.
Farida Mohamedshah Joins the National Confectioners Association as New Senior Vice President of Scientific & Regulatory Affairs
The National Confectioners Association has announced that Farida Mohamedshah has been named the association’s new senior vice president of scientific and regulatory affairs.
93% of Millennial Parents Plan to Celebrate the 2021 Halloween Season
Get those candy bowls ready early because 80% of people say they plan to trick-or-treat in 2021. In 2020, Americans found creative and innovative ways to share chocolate and candy as part of the season – from candy chutes to ziplines to homemade robots.
NCA Reveals Americans’ Top Three Favorite Halloween Treats
Are you wondering what Halloween candy to stock up on this year? The National Confectioners Association has revealed Americans’ favorite treats for the 2021 Halloween season.
NCA Names Brian M. McKeon As New Senior Vice President Of Public Policy
The National Confectioners Association announced that Brian M. McKeon has been appointed to the role of senior vice president of public policy. In this position, McKeon will lead the association’s government affairs strategy, oversee grassroots activities, manage the CandyPAC and focus on proactive efforts to influence public policy that impacts the confectionery industry.
Unwrap The Fun In June With National Candy Month
June is National Candy Month – and there’s no better way to celebrate getting back to the things we love than with chocolate and candy. Treats like chocolate, candy, gum and mints are a fun part of the summer months and liven up many celebrations, and this year in particular, their special role is more important than ever before.
Most Consumers Celebrate Easter With Treats, NCA Reveals
Most people who celebrate Easter will share a gift of chocolate and candy to celebrate the season, according to the National Confectioners Association’s report on seasonal confectionery sales.
