Meet NCA
About the National Confectioners Association (NCA)
The National Confectioners Association is the voice of the U.S. confectionery industry. Our member companies create moments of joy with chocolate, candy, gum, and mints, drive $55 billion in retail sales, and add a little sweetness to life. NCA champions policies that help candy makers and other stakeholders in this unique category thrive while reminding consumers that chocolate and candy are treats. Learn more at CandyUSA.com or follow NCA on Facebook, X, and Instagram.
Our Mission and Purpose
To serve as the trusted voice and champion of the confectionery industry, unwrapping extraordinary opportunities for candy makers and stakeholders connected to this unique and special category
Our Vision for the Future
Chocolate and candy are celebrated for creating joy and shared moments of happiness around the world
Our Core Values
In our workplace and throughout the confectionery industry, NCA promotes:
Happiness
Reflecting the fun and enjoyment of confections
Community
Creating connections, valuing diverse perspectives, building collaborative relationships, and prioritizing the power of collective action
Excellence
Acting with purpose, exceeding expectations, creating exceptional value, and delivering unparalleled results
Trust
Serving as a model of integrity, transparency, responsibility, and authenticity
Leadership
Demonstrating expert and courageous thinking, anticipating future opportunities and challenges to shape the environment for success, and inspiring others to action
Our Unique Value Proposition
NCA serves the confectionery industry through advocacy and regulatory guidance, communications, industry insights, and retail and supply chain engagement. Our unique value proposition delivers in the three critical areas:
Influence
NCA’s purpose-driven brand is well respected and serves as a powerful voice when it comes to influencing and understanding the laws that impact chocolate and candy makers.
Insight
With access to top-notch sales and performance data and proprietary consumer research, NCA curates relevant content for our membership and our retail customers, providing timely education, insights and analytics on the trends and disruptions likely to impact business.
Industry Impact
NCA opens doors to new confectionery business around the world and provides networking opportunities for our member companies to connect with new partners.
