The 2013 Sweets & Snacks Expo hosted a sold-out show at Chicago's McCormick Place to an audience of more than 15,000 qualified industry professionals.
600+ exhibitors - double digit growth!
3.5 acres of candy and snack items on display
All-new Shopper Solutions Theater debuted with standing-room only learning labs
Only event designed exclusively for the confectionery and snack category featuring retailers attending from every major distribution channel. Expo experienced double digit growth in 2013 with international participation increasing to more than 90 countries.
Keynote sessions featured well-known names including Duke University's Coach K about the value of leadership and teamwork, as well as Pulitzer-prizing-winning columnist George Will's assessment of how politics affect your business. Leon Nicholas of Kantar Retail discussed the future of the confectionery and snack industry while Dina Howell, worldwide CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi X, provided inside tips on how to connect with shoppers through proven retail strategies.
The sold-out Gourmet Marketplace nearly doubled in size over the past 3 years, anchored by an enhanced 'Taste of Gourmet' area showcasing artisans conducting upscale pairings and demonstrations throughout the show.
For the third year in a row, Innovation Alley featured a handful of candy- and snack-related startup companies who ended the show with solid contacts that will jump start their foray into the industry and onto retailer's shelves.
A park-like concourse adorned with trees and music featured market shops included a fashion kiosk with custom-made dresses from iconic candy wrappers and several candy- and snack-themed jewelry and accessory stores.
Mark your calendars! The 2014 Sweets & Snacks Expo will be held May 20 - 22 at Chicago's McCormick Place.
Contact Details
Contact Person:Grace Woodyard
Address:1101 30th Street, NW Suite 200 Washington, DC 20007
Telephone:
Fax:
Email:
600+ exhibitors - double digit growth!
3.5 acres of candy and snack items on display
All-new Shopper Solutions Theater debuted with standing-room only learning labs
Only event designed exclusively for the confectionery and snack category featuring retailers attending from every major distribution channel. Expo experienced double digit growth in 2013 with international participation increasing to more than 90 countries.
Keynote sessions featured well-known names including Duke University's Coach K about the value of leadership and teamwork, as well as Pulitzer-prizing-winning columnist George Will's assessment of how politics affect your business. Leon Nicholas of Kantar Retail discussed the future of the confectionery and snack industry while Dina Howell, worldwide CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi X, provided inside tips on how to connect with shoppers through proven retail strategies.
The sold-out Gourmet Marketplace nearly doubled in size over the past 3 years, anchored by an enhanced 'Taste of Gourmet' area showcasing artisans conducting upscale pairings and demonstrations throughout the show.
For the third year in a row, Innovation Alley featured a handful of candy- and snack-related startup companies who ended the show with solid contacts that will jump start their foray into the industry and onto retailer's shelves.
A park-like concourse adorned with trees and music featured market shops included a fashion kiosk with custom-made dresses from iconic candy wrappers and several candy- and snack-themed jewelry and accessory stores.
Mark your calendars! The 2014 Sweets & Snacks Expo will be held May 20 - 22 at Chicago's McCormick Place.
Contact Details
Contact Person:Grace Woodyard
Address:1101 30th Street, NW Suite 200 Washington, DC 20007
Telephone:
Fax:
Email:
