RCI Inducts New Board Members for 2026-2027

Pictured above (from left): Amanda Cox, Andy Wilbur and Jayni Wunderlich

SPRINGFIELD, MO – June 19, 2026 – Retail Confectioners International (RCI) inducted three new members to its 2026-2027 Board of Directors during the RCI Candy Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana.

• Amanda Cox, Nothing But Chocolate, Cambridge, OH
• Andy Wilbur, Wilbur’s of Maine Chocolate Confections, Freeport, ME
• Jayni Wunderlich, Graham’s Chocolates, Ltd., Geneva, IL

RCI inducts new board members each summer and honors those completing their terms. Kathy Bomboy-Casteel of Bomboy’s Home Made Candies, Kristi Hollis of Barry Callebaut U.S.A. and Joe Sofia of Linnea’s Candy Supplies were re-elected to serve a second two-year term. RCI also recognized outgoing board members Brian Boehm of Laura’s Candies (Metairie, LA), Jennifer Crudden of Rosalind Candy Castle (New Brighton, PA) and Bob Pikcilingis of Candy Kraft (Altamont, NY) for their service and dedication.

Gregory Power of Las Olas Confections and Snacks (Ormond Beach, FL) continues as board president for the 2025–2027 term, with Gwen Rosenberg of Rosenberg’s Candies (Ravenna, OH) serving as vice president. Jeffery Smith of Peterbrooke Chocolatier (Jacksonville, FL) will complete his term as the voting past president. The RCI Board of Directors includes nine retail confectioners and three supplier members.

“We’re grateful for the leadership of our board of directors and their commitment to advancing RCI’s mission,” said Angie Burlison, RCI Executive Director. “Their collective experience, industry knowledge and willingness to serve help strengthen our association and support the success of confectionery businesses.”

A complete list of RCI's Board of Directors can be found on the RCI website under the About RCI section. For additional information about RCI, including upcoming events and education courses hosted by the organization, visit retailconfectioners.org.

Contact:
Lacey Hesse, Marketing Manager
lacey@retailconfectioners.org
417-883-2775

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Retail Confectioners International (RCI) is a not-for-profit trade association serving the confectionery industry.  Based in Springfield, MO, RCI has represented the interests of confectionery manufacturing retailers and promoted public interest in these products for over 100 years. RCI provides a forum for confectioners to network, share ideas and develop their candy-making and entrepreneurial skills. For more information, please visit www.retailconfectioners.org.