Category: Merchandising

• Better-for-You Snacks That Hit the Sweet Spot

  

  Go Ahead . . . indulge in better-for-you snacks and sweets. Kick-start customers’ resolution season right. Stock up on snack mixes, fruits, and nuts now.

  Heather Mayer

  December 23, 2019

  Chocolate, Confection, Merchandising, Snacks, Trends

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• Make the Holidays Extra Cozy With Old Fashioned Candy

  

  We’ve trimmed the tree and decked the halls. Time to enjoy longtime holiday candy favorites!  90% of us plan to share or gift chocolate and candy this season (National Confectioners Association (NCA)). While new Christmas treats pop up every year, we’re feeling nostalgic for candies that have stood the test of time.  Join us as we take…

  Heather Mayer

  December 9, 2019

  Christmas, Confection, Event Planning, Merchandising

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• Hot Chocolate Bars are in Hot Demand

  

  Hot Beverage Bar Sales are Heating Up! Easy how-to and recipes to get you in on the gourmet hot chocolate trend.

  Heather Mayer

  November 13, 2019

  Chocolate, Christmas, Confection, Event Planning, Merchandising, Specialty Food

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• 4 Tips to Make Your Holiday Gift Baskets a Slam Dunk

  

  Set yourself up as the go-to gifting headquarters this season. Help customers check off their gift list with a few quick and easy tips for merchandising your goods.

  Heather Mayer

  October 21, 2019

  Christmas, Confection, Event Planning, Merchandising, Specialty Food

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• Falling for Limited Edition Flavors

  

  Limited Time flavors are a driving force behind seasonal sales. Get in on the trends to keep customers coming back for more.

  Heather Mayer

  September 16, 2019

  Chocolate, Confection, Halloween, Merchandising, Snacks, Specialty Food, Trends

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• Fang-tastic ways to Keep Halloween Sweet and Safe

  

  Top Allergen-free Treats to Take some of the Scare out of Halloween Halloween is one of the candy industry’s busiest holidays with consumers spending approximately 2.6 billion on candy in 2018, according to the trade publication Candy Industry. While a time of revelry and fun, it can be challenging for the 5.6 million children under…

  Heather Mayer

  September 9, 2019

  Chocolate, Confection, Halloween, Merchandising

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• Just Beachy – Cool Ideas for Warm Weather Treats

  

  National beach Day is August 30. Time to celebrate with some sweets and think about ways to help save our beaches for future generations.

  Heather Mayer

  August 26, 2019

  Chocolate, Confection, Merchandising, Summer Season

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• Simplify Back-to-School Snacking with In-Store Sampling

  

  Now that back to school is in full swing, find new ways to help customers stock up on snacks and staples for family meals.

  Heather Mayer

  August 12, 2019

  Chocolate, Confection, Merchandising, Specialty Food

  after school snacks, back to school snacks, healthy snacks, retail business tips, small business, snacks for kids

• Amp Up Sales with an Impulse Section Refresh

  

  Back to school is coming soon and that means a change-up in your store’s stock.  It’s also a great time to revisit your merchandising strategy, including your impulse sections. Point of sale purchases and impulse purchases can help drive up sales, especially during the times when your store is busier than usual, like back to…

  Heather Mayer

  July 30, 2019

  Chocolate, Confection, Farm Stands, Merchandising

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• Boost Your Brand – Save the Earth

  

  Customers are clamoring for Earth Friendly options. Unique ideas to help you fill a need while promoting your brand.

  Heather Mayer

  July 22, 2019

  Merchandising

  Candy, custom candy, custom drinkware, Earth Day, Earth Friendly, Eco-Friendly, promotional products, Reusable items, wholesale candy