Launched in 2016, the Future Management Programme offers help, training, entry, and alternative to younger professionals eager to develop management expertise and develop their careers within the confectionery business.
Individuals are matched with a extremely regarded business chief as a mentor. They’re additionally invited to entry networking alternatives on the NCA’s signature occasions and different business gatherings, together with the State of the Business Convention, Sweets & Snacks Expo, NCA’s Management Summit, the Washington Discussion board, and Sweet Corridor of Fame weekend.
“The Future Leaders are shaking issues up on the earth of chocolate and sweet, and so they’ve acquired what it takes to drive our business forward,” stated John Downs, NCA President and CEO.
“Our Future Management Programme ensures they get the suitable instruments to flourish and obtain their fullest potential. I’m excited to work alongside these inspiring people and watch their profession paths unfold.”
The 2024 class contains Chase Brown, Regional Enterprise Supervisor- Grocery & Comfort – Texas/New Mexico, Perfetti Van Melle; Lori Davis, Director of Gross sales West Burdette Beckmann, Inc; Kate Duffy, Director of Human Assets, North America Storck USA, L.P.; Steve Edministe, Staff Chief Russell Stover Goodies; Cody Heinz; Director of Gross sales, Bell Flavors & Fragrances; Christina Jenkins, Buyer Cocoa Analysis and Growth Challenge Supervisor, Barry Callebaut; Mark Slusser, Common Supervisor, Blommer Chocolate Firm, Franki Smurro Sr., Buyer Advertising Supervisor, Mars Wrigley.
The NCA additionally confirmed that the appliance course of for the 2025 class of the Future Management Programme opens on 4 August. These desirous about making use of for this system or studying extra about methods to become involved as a younger skilled or mentor ought to go to CandyUSA.com/FutureLeaders.
