National Confectioners Association's articles

  1. Shopper & Customer
Without question, the rising cost of food has been dominating the news cycle and impacting how consumers make purchasing decisions. The 2023 State of Treating report reinforced what we know: During this economic uncertainty, consumers are looking for small ways to bring a little sweetness to their lives and the lives of those around them. […]
  1. Shopper & Customer
Consumers turn to chocolate and candy as an affordable treat Aventura, Florida – In 2022, confectionery category dollar sales grew 11.1% over 2021, and 22.1% over 2019 as consumers view chocolate and candy as a fun part of life (81%) and as an affordable treat (74%) according to the fourth annual State of Treating report […]
  1. Media & Marketing
Audra Vogler to be Celebrated at the State of the Industry Conference WASHINGTON – The National Confectioners Association today announced Audra Vogler, CEO of Hoffmann Vogler, as the recipient of the 2023 Woman of Influence Award. Created by NCA’s Women’s Leadership Group, the award honors a woman who has demonstrated superior leadership and industry mentorship and […]
  1. Holiday & Events
Chocolate and candy are a centerpiece in so many Halloween traditions – making the season’s arrival the most exciting time of the year for the confectionery industry. Halloween is so much more than just the night of October 31 – in the weeks leading up to that big night, families, friends and communities come together […]
  1. Media & Marketing
Sales of chocolate and candy projected to increase 5%, according to NCA WASHINGTON – Spooky, ooky, creepy and crawly? It must be Halloween – and this year, 93% of Americans intend to celebrate in a big way with plans to enjoy their favorite chocolate and candy treats, according to a recent survey from the National […]