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SNAXPO SNAXPO Staying Ahead of the Game SNAXPO 2016 a success on all fronts. BY MEEGAN SMITH S NAXPO 2016 brought more than 1,400 attendees from 30 different countries to Houston, TX. There were 166 exhibiting companies on the show floor, and 53 of them attended for the first-time. A full equipment show, SNAXPO 2016 featured exhibitors consisting of the leading suppliers of packaging equipment, seasonings, ingredients, frying and baking equipment, distribution and supply chain solutions, and much more. "It's my first experience, and I'm very impressed," said Scott MacAdams, western sales manager for Spokane, WA-based Commercial Creamery Co., while at the show. "The event is really well-attended. A veteran member of the SNAC International welcomed me and helped me get acquainted to SNAXPO and the association." From a veteran perspective, it was also a success. "We've always viewed SNAXPO as one of our most important tradeshows based on the quality of the leads and the content/relevance of the presentations," said David Cantrell, senior sales director, DairiConcepts. "This year's show was no exception." Throughout the event, it was evident that the industry is expanding in response to consumer demand, and SNAC International is working to develop a membership The new SNAC International brand and logo were introduced at the show and well-received by attendees and exhibitors. base representative of the marketplace. Attendees and SNAC International understand the importance of staying ahead of the game. ^dEͳKhd^W<Z^ To kick off the docket of speakers, SNAXPO brought up Joe Scarborough from MSNBC's Morning Joe. Mr. Scarborough pointed out some key elements to watch during the 2016 presidential race. He provided some historical context for the current Republican campaign and said that - despite current campaign slogans - America is already the greatest country. Monday morning attendees heard the "State of Snacking" presented by Jared Koerten, Euromonitor senior analyst. Mr. Koerten said that millennials - and the younger "Internet Generation" - are increasingly important market demographics. These shoppers often lack the time - and confidence in their own cooking abilities - to prepare traditional meals. New breakfast items, creative product combinations and innovative packaging are also important components of the trend toward convenience foods. To finish it off, SNAXPO attendees received leadership tips from Jim Donald, a 40-year veteran of the retail inwww.sfa.org May 2016 Snack World 53 http://www.sfa.org

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Snack World - May 2016

Snack World - May 2016
Table of Contents
LETTER FROM SNAC INTERNATIONAL - SNAC International is Indispensable
NEWS - New SNAC International name recognizes evolving industry
SUPPLIER INSIGHT - Networking Is Key
2016 STATE OF THE INDUSTRY REPORT - At Front and Center Stage
Kudos to the Cast
Indulge and Excite
Maximizing Health, Innovating Style
Delivering on Innovation
Healthy Halo, Devilishly Delicous
Healthy Versatility
Flavor Innovation Going Nuts
The Cheese Alternative
Gone Gourmet
Flaming Hot, Protein-Packed
The Skinny on Popcorn
Keep it Fresh
BUSINESS MEMBER PROFILE - Innovation, New Ventures Continue
ASSOCIATE MEMBER PROFILE - Flexible to the Core
CHAIRMAN PROFILE - New Logo, New Leadership
SNAXPO - Staying Ahead of the Game
PRODUCTS & SERVICES
AD INDEX

Snack World - May 2016