Media

Welcome!  Thanks for expressing interest in the U.S. confectionery industry.  In NCA's media center you will find our latest press releases and other news about the confectionery industry, images and logos.  If you need additional help, please contact one of the following individuals at NCA who can provide further assistance for your editorial needs.

Consumer Media: Susan F. Whiteside Vice President of Communications Susan S. Smith Senior Vice President of Public Affairs

Trade Media: Jenn Ellek Director of Trade Communication and Marketing Contact us by phone at (202) 534-1440.

What's New

• 2013 Sweets & Snacks Expo Highlights Innovation and Creativity among New Product Launches
  Date Item Added: June 18, 2013
  
  
• National Confectioners Association Unwraps a Little Happiness for U.S. Troops and their Families
  Date Item Added: June 7, 2013
  
  
• Innovation Alley Press Release 2013
  Date Item Added: June 7, 2013
  
  

Press Releases

• 2013 Sweets & Snacks Expo Highlights Innovation and Creativity among New Product Launches
  June 11, 2013
  

• 2013 Sweets & Snacks Expo posts fourth straight year of aggressive growth
  June 4, 2013
  

• National Confectioners Association Unwraps a Little Happiness for U.S. Troops and their Families
  May 23, 2013
  

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Top Resources

• Image Gallery
  Locate pictures of candy, NCA spokespersons and Association logos.
• Chocolate Deconstructed: A Guide to the Natural Origins of Chocolate
  How much do you know about where cocoa is grown and how chocolate is made
• New Study Find Candy Consumption Not Associated with Negative Health Outcomes
  As part of a balanced diet and active lifestyle, moderate amounts of candy and confections provide enjoyment.
• Mouth Watering Recipes from Jacques and Hasty Torres
  The ‘chocolate couple’ presents these delicious recipes featuring chocolate and cocoa in everything from cocktails to appetizers and a few main course dishes. Learn how you can incorporate chocolate in unusual ways.

Publication Downloads [Adobe® Reader®]:

• Chocolate Deconstructed: A Guide to the Natural Origins of Chocolate [14.5 MB]
• The Sweet Truth About Cocoa Butter [175K]
• Treat Smarts: A Guide to Nutrition and Activity [316K]
• Tricks and Treats for a Ghoulishly Fun Halloween [2.21 MB]
• A Guide to Children's Diet and Nutrition for Parents [6.3MB]
• The Story of Chocolate [1.15MB]
• Help Your Children Achieve and Fit and Healthy Lifestyle [260K]
• Chocolate & Health: A Health Professionals Guide to Chocolate [3MB]
• Types of Chocolate [8.6K]
• Candy is Fun: Great Craft Activities Made With Candy [380K]
• Creating Candy Traditions [280K]