Jennifer Peterson, brand director with Ferrero, talks with Chief Editor Jenni Spinner about the long-standing Chicago-based brand’s history, attention to quality, and approach to innovation.

Madison Marisi, U.S. brand marketing manager, Tony’s Chocolonely, chats about chocolate trends with us, including Tony’s newest product, and innovations in the category.

Cynthia Thayer, chief marketing officer, Yowie Group, discusses the novelty sector with us, including Yowie Group’s newest products and how it got its start.

Beth Peta, product development director, The Watkins Company, chats foodservice and ingredients trends with us, as well as how the company can help with all-natural ingredients.

Itzel Rincon, sales and NPI (new product introduction) director for the Americas, and Brian Sheggeby, NPD (new product development) manager, talk to us about inclusions that formulators can use for their fruit snacks.

Francisca Listov-Saabye, head of product development, Lakrids by Bülow, chats with us about its newest products, how it keeps up with current trends, and what’s next for the brand.

Kyle Krause, regional product manager, functional fibers and carbohydrates, BENEO, chats with us about better-for-you candy ingredients and how food can influence mood and mental health.