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Ferrero opens its first ever chocolate factory in North America

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero North America, part of the global sweet-packaged food company the Ferrero Group known for Keebler®, Butterfinger®, Nutella®, Kinder®, Tic Tac®, and other well-loved brands, today celebrated the opening of its first chocolate processing facility in North America and third globally. The 70,000 square foot expansion to Ferrero's manufacturing campus in Bloomington, Illinois produces chocolate for some of Ferrero's iconic brands including Kinder, Ferrero Rocher, Butterfinger, and CRUNCH.

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  • PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero North America, part of the global sweet-packaged food company the Ferrero Group known for Keebler®, Butterfinger®, Nutella®, Kinder®, Tic Tac®, and other well-loved brands, today celebrated the opening of its first chocolate processing facility in North America and third globally.
  • The 70,000 square foot expansion to Ferrero's manufacturing campus in Bloomington, Illinois produces chocolate for some of Ferrero's iconic brands including Kinder, Ferrero Rocher, Butterfinger, and CRUNCH.
  • The Ferrero manufacturing campus in Bloomington manufactures CRUNCH, 100 Grand, and Raisinets in addition to now processing chocolate.
  • The chocolate processing facility is part of Ferrero's overall growth and investment in North America.

Kinder Joy Launches Harry Potter Collection Featuring 16 New Funko Toys

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero North America, the makers of Kinder Joy, the delicious treat plus toy made to help parents create everyday surprises for their children, is partnering with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products and Funko, for an exciting collection of Harry Potter Kinder Joy Eggs.  The assortment features 16 unique Funko toys specially designed to bring families together to create magical memories. This limited-edition lineup includes two pencil toppers, two sticky notes, two bookmarks and 10 Funko figurines that include Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Draco Malfoy, Professor Dumbledore, Hagrid, and more. 

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  • Discovery Global Consumer Products and Funko, for an exciting collection of Harry Potter Kinder Joy Eggs.
  • In celebration of this new collection, Kinder Joy is partnering with the beloved Harry Potter film actor and everyone's favorite Slytherin, Tom Felton.
  • "Through playing Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter films I have seen firsthand how connected the fans are and I can't wait to see how much they enjoy the Harry Potter Kinder Joy eggs."
  • The Kinder Joy Harry Potter toy collection is now available nationwide while supplies last.

KINDER® CHOCOLATE VOTED PRODUCT OF THE YEAR 2024

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero USA announced today that Kinder® Chocolate has been voted the 2024 Product of the Year Winner in the Chocolate category. Product of the Year is the largest consumer-voted award for product innovation, chosen by 40,000 US shoppers in a national survey conducted by Kantar Group, a global data, insights, and consulting company.

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  • PARSIPPANY, N.J., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero USA announced today that Kinder® Chocolate has been voted the 2024 Product of the Year Winner in the Chocolate category.
  • Product of the Year is the largest consumer-voted award for product innovation, chosen by 40,000 US shoppers in a national survey conducted by Kantar Group, a global data, insights, and consulting company.
  • Kinder Chocolate, a top selling Kinder branded product, arrived in the U.S. this past fall, joining the brand's current portfolio of Kinder Joy, Kinder Bueno, and Kinder Seasonal products.
  • To learn more about Kinder Chocolate and the other winners of Product of the Year, check out the winners' page at productoftheyearusa.com or follow @KinderUS on Instagram.

Kinder Morgan to Hold 2024 Investor Day

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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Representatives of Kinder Morgan, Inc. (KMI) intend to make presentations in Houston, Texas on January 24, 2024 at the Kinder Morgan 2024 Investor Day regarding the company’s strategy and long-term outlook, the results for fiscal year 2023 and the financial budget for 2024.

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  • Representatives of Kinder Morgan, Inc. (KMI) intend to make presentations in Houston, Texas on January 24, 2024 at the Kinder Morgan 2024 Investor Day regarding the company’s strategy and long-term outlook, the results for fiscal year 2023 and the financial budget for 2024.
  • Interested parties will be able to view the materials to be presented at the event by visiting KMI’s website at: https://ir.kindermorgan.com/events-and-presentations/default.aspx .
  • The presentations will also be accessible by audio webcast (both live and on-demand) on KMI’s website at the same web address.
  • Live presentations are scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. CT, and an archived webcast will remain available for at least 90 days on KMI’s website at the above address.

VALENTINE'S DAY AND EASTER JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT SWEETER WITH FERRERO® NORTH AMERICA'S NEW & RETURNING SEASONAL TREATS

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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To spread the love and celebrate Valentine's Day and Easter this year, Ferrero North America is unveiling its portfolio of new and returning fan favorites.

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  • To spread the love and celebrate Valentine's Day and Easter this year, Ferrero North America is unveiling its portfolio of new and returning fan favorites.
  • Details on select items within Ferrero North America's 2024 Valentine's Day and Easter lineup can be found below.
  • Buncha CRUNCH Easter Box: Make children's Easter baskets even more egg-cellent with this fun and enjoyable treat for all to enjoy.
  • Butterfinger Easter Minis (7pk): Create the perfect Easter basket with these fun seasonal crispety, crunchety peanut-buttery mini bars.

FERRERO® NORTH AMERICA DEBUTS NEW HOLIDAY TREATS TO HELP MAKE SEASONAL CELEBRATIONS EVEN MORE SPECIAL

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Whether you're throwing a holiday party, gifting the host or hostess, or shopping for someone special, there are a slew of tasty treats to choose from.

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  • Whether you're throwing a holiday party, gifting the host or hostess, or shopping for someone special, there are a slew of tasty treats to choose from.
  • Details on select items within Ferrero North America's 2023 holiday lineup can be found below.
  • The assortment also features our traditional Ferrero Rocher®, and Raffaello® (a California white almond and coconut from the Pacific Islands).
  • Available in counts of 12, 16 and 24, these premium chocolates in iconic gold wrappers are sure to elevate holiday tablescapes.

85% OF CONSUMERS PLAN TO CELEBRATE EASTER 2023, NUMERATOR REPORTS

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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Overall, 85% of consumers plan to celebrate Easter this year, and it is the second-most popular holiday for purchasing candy, second only to Halloween, with 50% of celebrators intending to buy candy.

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  • Overall, 85% of consumers plan to celebrate Easter this year, and it is the second-most popular holiday for purchasing candy, second only to Halloween, with 50% of celebrators intending to buy candy.
  • 85% of consumers plan to celebrate Easter but plans vary by generation.
  • Gen X and Boomers+ are more likely to celebrate Easter overall, while Gen Z and Millennials are twice as likely to travel for the holiday.
  • Over 1 in 4 Easter celebrators plan to celebrate the religious meaning behind the holiday.

Make Holiday Moments Sweeter This Season with Delicious Treats from Ferrero®

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Friday, November 11, 2022
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 'Tis the season to create memories while enjoying delicious holiday treats! Whether you are spending quality time with family, visiting friends, or shopping for someone special - Ferrero® has you covered. From gifting and entertaining to stocking stuffers, and holiday cookie plates, Ferrero's 2022 holiday product lineup is sure to spread holiday cheer no matter the occasion.

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  • PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 'Tis the season to create memories while enjoying delicious holiday treats!
  • From gifting and entertaining to stocking stuffers, and holiday cookie plates, Ferrero's 2022 holiday product lineup is sure to spread holiday cheer no matter the occasion.
  • Grand Ferrero Rocher and Grand Ferrero Rocher Dark: The ultimate hostess gift, Grand Ferrero Rocher and Grand Ferrero Rocher Dark are perfect additions to bring to any holiday gathering.
  • The Ferrero Group brings joy to people around the world with beloved treats including Kinder, Nutella, Ferrero Rocher and Tic Tac.

Ferrero breaks ground on new $214 million Kinder Bueno production facility in Bloomington, IL

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero North America, part of the global sweet-packaged food company Ferrero Group known for Nutella, Tic Tac, Butterfinger, and CRUNCH branded products, today broke ground on its new Kinder Bueno production facility in Bloomington, Illinois. The $214.4 million investment will add 200 new jobs to Ferrero's existing manufacturing footprint in Bloomington. State and local leaders, including Governor JB Pritzker, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin, Bloomington Mayor Mboka Mwilambwe, and Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Director Sylvia Garcia joined Ferrero executives in a ceremony to celebrate the milestone.

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  • PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero North America, part of the global sweet-packaged food company Ferrero Group known for Nutella, Tic Tac, Butterfinger, and CRUNCH branded products, today broke ground on its new Kinder Bueno production facility in Bloomington, Illinois.
  • The new facility will support the North American growth of Kinder Bueno, which Ferrero launched in the market in 2019 and has since made it the #7 brand in the category, growing by 26% since last year.
  • Ghafari Associates provided architectural and engineering design services for the bid documents associated with the production facility.
  • The Ferrero Group brings joy to people around the world with beloved treats including Kinder, Nutella, Ferrero Rocher and Tic Tac.

Get a Limited-Edition Ferrero 31 Days of Halloween Countdown Calendar with a $31 Donation to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero USA, the company known for Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Kinder®, and now Keebler® and Mother's® Cookies, is bringing back Ferrero's 31 Days of Halloween Countdown Calendar to help families celebrate Halloween throughout the month of October while raising money for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Consumers who visit FerreroHalloween.com now through September 15 and make a $31 donation to Children's Miracle Network will receive the limited edition countdown calendar which features Ferrero's confections and cookies, including: Butterfinger®, CRUNCH®, Baby Ruth®, 100Grand®, Kinder Bueno®, Kinder Joy®, Tic Tac®, Nutella® &GO!, Fannie May®, Keebler Fudge Stripes Minis®, and Mother's® Cookies, while supplies last.

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  • "We are excited to partner with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals again and look forward to bringing to life the magic of the Halloween season."
  • Ferrero is kicking off the campaign with a $25,000 donation to benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.
  • Not to be combined with any other offer/promotion in conjunction with donation to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.
  • To learn about Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and your local children's hospital, visit cmnhospitals.org
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