by Cristin Murray | Apr 2, 2018 | CPG
New England Confectionery Co. (NECCO), maker of the iconic Valentine’s Day conversation hearts candy Sweethearts, celebrated its 170th anniversary last year. But unless a buyer is found by May 6, the company has notified the city of Revere, Mass., it may have to...
by Cristin Murray | Sep 26, 2017 | CPG, Mergers & Acquisitions
Orville Redenbacher’s popcorn owner, Conagra Brands, Chicago, is acquiring Angie’s Artisan Treats, LLC, Mankato, Minn., maker of Angie’s Boomchickapop ready-to-eat popcorn. Angie’s Artisan Treats is owned by TPG Growth, a middle market and...
by Bob Leonard | Aug 13, 2014 | Brand News, CPG, Mergers & Acquisitions
The second quarter marked “a key turning point” for Snyder’s-Lance, following the company’s acquisition of Baptista’s Bakery and its sale of its private-label division, Snyder’s President and CEO Carl Lee said. “But even more...
by Bob Leonard | Jul 13, 2014 | Brand News, CPG
Procter & Gamble is set to reenter the adult incontinence market with an extension of its Always brand. After testing Always Discreet in the UK, the company is poised to debut the product in the U.S. market with a $150 million marketing push. Adult incontinence is...
by Bob Leonard | Jun 4, 2014 | CPG, Promotion Opportunity
It takes two to tango and two to develop a great marketing partnership. It’s key that both partners are engaged and looking out for the best interests of the other. What are the warning signs that your partnership is not much of a partnership after all? Here are my...
by Bob Leonard | Mar 24, 2014 | CPG
Mondelez International unveils a plan to improve the well-being of the planet and its people – from farmers to consumers. The holistic Call for Well-being strategy will significantly broaden the reach and impact of the company’s worldwide programs,...
