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Tobias Bachmueller

Interview with CAOBISCO President, Tobias Bachmüller

Tobias Bachmüller, CAOBISCO President, discusses the pressures facing Europe’s confectionery sector, the need for workable regulation and why the industry’s future remains bright 
Samuel Buhler

Big Interview – Samuel Schär, CEO, Bühler Group

Samuel Schär, CEO, Bühler Group, discusses the growing importance of flexibility, electrification, hygienic design and AI-driven optimisation in food production…
Calum

Building Brands with Intent 

Calum Haggerty discusses the challenges of scaling an independent confectionery business, and how innovation, ethical sourcing, and brand clarity are shaping the company’s future 
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Big Interview – Craft Chocolate Association

As President of the Craft Chocolate Association, Duffy Sheardown discusses the organisation’s drive for transparency, ethical sourcing and higher standards 
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Big Interview – José María Fernández del Vallado

José María Fernández del Vallado, Secretary General of UIBC and CEBP outlines how collaboration, skills development and sustainability are shaping the sector 
Sabine Schommer

Big Interview – Sabine Schommer, ISM Director

Explore ISM 2026, the leading trade fair showcasing growth and innovation in the global confectionery and snacks industry.
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Big Interview – Graham Donaldson

As Gordon & Durward marks its centenary, owner Graham Donaldson reflects on the traditions…
Whitaker

Big Interview – William Whitaker

William Whitaker, Managing Director of Whitakers Chocolates, discusses navigating market…
Courtney Gaine

Big Interview – Courtney Gaine, The Sugar Association

The Sugar Association serves as the scientific voice of the US sugar industry, representing sugar beet…
Luker

Big Interview – Francisco Gomez, Luker Agricola

Francisco Gomez, CEO of Luker Agrícola, explains how Colombia’s first large-scale cocoa plantation is…
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