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Erlanger, KY – Doo doo doo doo, doo-doo, doo-waah! Mentos is bringing back its beloved 90s jingle, a tune that defined a generation, was the ultimate earworm, and claimed to help fix everyday problems, even if it was a little cheesy. Decades after it was first introduced, the fan-favorite is officially back, fueled by nostalgia… Read more »
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Erlanger, KY – The iconic Mentos and cola experiment has been refreshed with the introduction of the ‘Mentos Fizzooka,’ a custom rocket launcher that leverages the famously fizzy reaction for explosive fun. Created by Mentos and BBH London, this outlandish invention, which resembles a giant roll of Mentos attached to a cola bottle, will make… Read more »
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https://linknky.com/culture/2025/03/17/perfetti-van-melle-river-roots-festival-sponsor/ Staff Report LinkNKY News Perfetti Van Melle was named the official candy sponsor of America’s River Roots Festival. The international confectionery company’s North American headquarters is in Erlanger, which offers the corporation a unique vantage point of the region and its offerings. “With our own local roots as a great place to work in… Read more »
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New Airheads Sour Bars Hit Store Shelves Erlanger, KY – (Nov. 19, 2024) Sour candy enthusiasts can now get their hands on Airheads Sour Bars—the newest offering from confectioner Perfetti Van Melle USA. This fun new spin on a long-loved classic is in response to the growing sour candy trend. Available nationwide in both full-size… Read more »
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MIKE GOMES NAMED VP of SUPPLY CHAIN NORTH AMERICA FOR PERFETTI VAN MELLE ERLANGER, KY – NOVEMBER 12, 2024 — Confectioner Perfetti Van Melle announces it has named Mike Gomes as Vice President of Supply Chain North America, reporting to Sylvia Buxton, President/CEO of the company’s Americas business unit. Gomes takes over the responsibility of… Read more »
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Perfetti Van Melle’s Sylvia Buxton Inducted into NCSA Candy Hall of Fame Erlanger, KY – (Oct. 30, 2024) Congratulations to Sylvia Buxton, President and CEO of Perfetti Van Melle Americas Business Unit, who has been inducted into the 2024 National Candy Sales Association (NCSA) Candy Hall of Fame. The ceremony took place on Saturday, Oct…. Read more »
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Trident Introduces Trident Vibes X Sour Patch Kids® Tropical Peach Mango to the National Retail Market May 2024 – ERLANGER, KY – Perfetti Van Melle USA, Inc. announces that its newest flavor, Trident Vibes x SPK® Tropical Peach Mango, is now available for shipping to U.S. retailers after a successful exclusive 6-month launch at a… Read more »
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Chupa Chups Brings Power of Sour to USA Lollipop Fans in 2024 May 2024 – ERLANGER, KY – Perfetti Van Melle USA, Inc. announces that its Chupa Chups brand — the #1 biggest lollipop brand worldwide* – is bringing the trending power of sour candy to its USA lineup this year. The Chupa Chups Sour… Read more »
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May 2024 – ERLANGER, KY – Perfetti Van Melle USA, Inc. answers the growing sour candy trend by taking a fun new spin on their classic bars and introducing Airheads Sour Bars in 2024. The Sour Bars will be on display at the Perfetti Van Melle booth at the Sweets & Snacks Expo in May… Read more »
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LUXEMBOURG/ AMSTERDAM, April 02, 2024 – Perfetti Van Melle, a world leader in the confectionery industry, announces that its near-term science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets (incl. FLAG) have been evaluated and approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The approval confirms that Perfetti Van Melle’s near-term targets for 2030 are in line… Read more »