The NCSA is proud to announce the Candy Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Induction into the Candy Hall of Fame is one of the highest honours in the confectionery industry. The new class will be formally inducted during the Association’s annual event, 23-26 October. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, 25 October, and the weekend’s events will be at Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek.
Candy Hall of Fame Class of 2025 inductees are:
John Brooks, Jr., Adams & Brooks, Inc.
Jim Dodge, Mars Wrigley
Mike Farley, Goetze’s Candy Co., Inc.
Robin Gutridge, Raley’s Supermarkets
Betsy Harris, HWY Partners
Tom Rosenberger, Sheetz Inc.
Eric Schmoyer, IRCA Group Americas
Sherrill Taylor, Burdette Beckmann Inc. (Posthumous)
Lynn Wieland, Spangler Candy Co.
Dennis Williams, National Convenience Distributors
Andrew Young, HWY Partners
“Congratulations to the Candy Hall of Fame Class of 2025,” said Byard Ebling, NCSA President. “We are excited to honour this exceptional group of individuals who have dedicated their careers to advancing and shaping the confectionery industry. We look forward to celebrating their achievements and formally inducting them into the Candy Hall of Fame this October in Orlando.”
Since 1971, the Candy Hall of Fame has recognised lifetime career achievements in the confectionery industry. Candy Hall of Fame members come from all disciplines within the confectionery industry, must have at least 20 years of service to the confectionery industry (buyers must have at least 10 years of experience) and must be 50 years of age at the time of nomination. Honourees should demonstrate loyalty to building and supporting the confectionery industry through active participation over and above job requirements.
Registration for the 2025 Candy Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be available at a later date.
About the NCSA
The National Confectionery Sales Association (NCSA), formed in 1899, is dedicated to Recognition, Fellowship, Education and Mentoring. The NCSA administers the Candy Hall of Fame and the Kettle Awards. The Candy Hall of Fame was founded in 1971 and recognises lifetime career achievements in the confectionery industry, with induction based on dedication to the overall betterment of the industry. Established in 1946 by industry publisher Don Gussow, the Kettle Awards annually recognise a deserving individual working within the U.S. confectionery manufacturing industry.
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