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Mondelēz Snack Display competition winner revealed

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Last year, Mondelēz International launched their brand-new website for retailers: Snack Display. To celebrate its launch, a competition was opened giving retailers the chance to win an incredible £1,000 worth of Mondelēz International stock. Treats up for grabs included bars and tablets of nation’s favourite chocolate, Cadbury, top-sellers from heritage favourites Maynard Bassets and packs …

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