Ferrara

Lumity is dedicated to equipping underserved students in the Chicagoland area with the skills and experiences they need to thrive in STEM careers. Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and career readiness programs, they’re shaping the next generation of innovators. We were proud to attend Lumity’s 2025 Annual Benefit and support their mission to inspire and empower future leaders. Together, we’re working toward?a sweeter future for all!

The Illinois Manufacturers' Association’s Makers Madness?competition is underway, celebrating the most innovative products made in Illinois!?? Lemonhead Ropes candy?—? a modern new format of your favorite citrus candy?—? are in the running to make the "sweet" 16, competing against 250+ products statewide.? Cast your vote?(up to 5 times daily!) and help push this new fan-favorite treat to the top! Voting runs through March 16. The excitement continues with head-to-head matchups each week, leading to an April showdown crowning The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois 2025.? ??? Vote now: https://lnkd.in/eZBSWHe

The Illinois Manufacturers' Association’s Makers Madness?competition is underway, celebrating the most innovative products made in Illinois!?? Lemonhead Ropes candy?—? a modern new format of your favorite citrus candy?—? are in the running to make the "sweet" 16, competing against 250+ products statewide.? Cast your vote?(up to 5 times daily!) and help push this new fan-favorite treat to the top! Voting runs through March 16. The excitement continues with head-to-head matchups each week, leading to an April showdown crowning The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois 2025.? ??? Vote now: https://lnkd.in/eZBSWHe

From innovation to production, marketing to finance and hundreds of other crucial roles, the women of Ferrara bring sweet ideas to life through dedication and expertise. On #InternationalWomensDay, here’s to breaking barriers, pushing boundaries, and making the world a little sweeter—together!

What's really sweet about Ferrara? Our people. National Employee Appreciation day is a fantastic opportunity to recognize the team whose passion pushes the limits to bring our consumers the sweets they love. From awards honoring employees who exemplify our core values, to coming together to celebrate achievements, we work year round to ensure our people feel the love at the heart of our success. Learn more about that special ingredient: https://lnkd.in/g9cucmif

The biggest names in candy and snacks came together this week at the National Confectioners Association's State of the Industry Conference, to explore the trends, challenges, and innovations shaping the industry. How sweet it was to be featured in this year's keynote video – check it out here! As the NCA says, it's "always a treat"!

Ferrara is honoring #BlackHistoryMonth by hosting insightful events that explore Black consumer insights and the economic impacts of systemic exclusion. We welcomed Shawn Rochester, author of "The Black Tax: The Cost of Being Black in America," for an important conversation about Black wealth, systemic barriers, and pathways to economic empowerment. These discussions reinforced the importance of recognizing and supporting the contributions of the Black community—not just this month, but year-round. Thank you to BE, our Black Business Resource Group, for driving these events, and all who joined us in these powerful conversations.

New Orleans-inspired, visually captivating, and undeniably fun—our NERDS ad was ranked among the top 5 most effective ads of the 2025 Big Game by @Forbes, proving that unexpected and wonderful pairings create lasting impressions. Read more: bit.ly/3QhwYLR

BESOS, MEINE LIEBE, OUI! This Valentine’s season, BRACH'S Conversation Hearts Go Global is celebrating love worldwide, bringing a global perspective to a timeless classic. With more than 30 heartfelt messages in 13 languages, Conversation Hearts Go Global reflects our commitment to meet evolving consumer preferences while inspiring connections across cultures. As the top-selling Conversation Heart brand in the U.S., we’re proud to lead the way in creating products that bring people together. ?? https://lnkd.in/gmCcnukw

Big news for NERDS! NERDS Gummy Clusters Berry candy has been named Canada’s Product of the Year 2025 in the “Sweet Gummy Candy” category—voted on by 4,000 Canadian consumers. NERDS Gummy Clusters have reshaped the candy aisle, growing from $50M to $788M USD in annual retail sales in just six years. Following last year’s win for NERDS Gummy Clusters Rainbow candy, this latest honor reinforces the brand’s momentum and our commitment to creating products that excite and delight. Thank you to our team and Canadian consumers for making this possible! https://lnkd.in/gJcX8spn