On October 25 the National Confectionery Sales Association (NCSA) honored 11 industry leaders during the 54th Candy Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Orlando, Florida. The event recognized individuals who have made a significant impact on the confectionery industry.

Retail Confectioners International extends a special congratulations to RCI member Eric Schmoyer of IRCA Group Americas this well-deserved achievement and congratulations to all the 2025 Candy Hall of Fame inductees:

• John Brooks, Jr., Adams & Brooks, Inc.

• Jim Dodge, Mars Wrigley

• Mike Farley, Goetze’s Candy Co., Inc.

• Robin Gutridge, Raley’s Supermarkets

• Betsy Harris, HWY Partners

• Tom Rosenberger, Sheetz Inc.

• Eric Schmoyer, IRCA Group Americas

• Sherrill Taylor, Burdette Beckmann Inc. (posthumous)

• Lynn Wieland, Spangler Candy Co.

• Dennis Williams, National Convenience Distributors

• Andrew Young, HWY Partners 

To learn more about the Candy Hall of Fame and the Class of 2025 honorees, visit the NCSA website.