Looking to level-up your candy business? If so, don’t miss RCI’s Annual Convention & Industry Expo at the Buffalo Convention Center in Buffalo, New York June 17-21, 2024.
Discover what’s new at the Industry Expo
As part of the week-long convention, there will be a two-day expo on June 18 and 19. Explore what's new in the confectionery industry and meet reputable industry suppliers of the following products:
- Ingredients
- Machinery
- Equipment
- Packaging
- Wholesale
- and more!
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here for full details, including a list of companies exhibiting. Regularly
$10 in advance or $25 onsite, register for the Industry Expo for only $5 with
promo code “RCIHigh5”.
Education Designed for Candy Businesses
Want to enhance your experience with education? Register for a
1-Day Education Ticket for just $225 and get ready to be inspired, challenged
and equipped with thought-provoking education led by experts in their fields
and crafted to meet the unique needs of the retail confectioner.
During the opening education session on Tuesday, June 18, Stephanie
Stuckey of Stuckey’s Corporation will share insight into how she saved her
family’s business from ruin with the sweet revival of its nostalgic brand, made
famous for its pecan log rolls. Stephanie will share stories from her upcoming
memoir, UnStuck: Revival of an American Icon, and provide insights and
tips to anyone looking to add new energy to their lives. With no
entrepreneurial experience prior to taking over her family's business, she
embraces her weaknesses as opportunities to learn, and she celebrates her
strengths. She treats every day as an adventure in which the unexpected is
likely to happen, while following her grandfather's and father's ideals: work
hard, be fair and have fun.
Wednesday’s education programming will feature engaging roundtable discussions, offering you the chance to delve into topics based on your unique needs and interests. Topics include business operations, candy production, retail and marketing, leadership and more. Additional education will be available to help attendees learn to:
- Share the magic of chocolate with all age groups.
- Transform likes to sales with irresistible social media content.
- Create a lasting legacy with strategies for business succession.
Educational sessions will be presented on Tuesday, June 18 and
Wednesday, June 19. Click here
for full descriptions of the education sessions offered at RCI’s 2024 Annual
Convention & Industry Expo.
For a comprehensive schedule of the week’s events, visit retailconfectioners.org/annual.
While the convention is hosted by RCI, all confectionery professionals are
invited to attend. Registration is required for education sessions, the
Industry Expo and all convention events. Register
now and join us in Buffalo, New York June 17-21, 2024!
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