About Us
Ferrara® has stretched the sugary boundaries of imagination for over 115 years to create confections that bring people joy. Our belief that candy brings people closer has made us the undisputed leader in sugar confections in the US. Because of our singular focus on sugar, our candy is available all over the world and we’re a top player in the Brazil candy scene. With over 30 brands, 27 operational facilities, and a team of over 8,300, it’s no wonder 26 packs of Ferrara® candy are sold every second.
We’ve been a driving force in the candy industry for over a century.
Our investments and dedication have made us a leader in the evolving sugar industry, while we stay true to the values and communities that got us here. We recently relocated our main offices back to Chicago and opened a $100 million manufacturing facility nearby, supporting our hometown’s economic growth.
Our Purpose
At Ferrara, our goal is to create moments of connection. We will lead the future of sweet snacking by continuing to reimagine what candy can be.
Who we are
The Thinkers Leading the Way
Our Senior Leadership Team builds on our storied history while setting the vision for a sweetness-filled future.
How we got here
Heritage
The Ferrara® Story
Over a century ago, an immigrant family began selling sweets out of a small bakery in Chicago’s Little Italy. Throughout generations, our passion for innovation transformed a humble shop into a confectionery leader in the US — to the delight of taste buds worldwide.
Our Innovation
Putting our customers first and investing in cutting-edge R&D has led to award-winning product developments year after year.
Where We're Going
Growth & Strategy
Our deep understanding of sugar and its endless possibilities fuels our growth. With unmatched expertise in the sugar industry, we continue to expand our manufacturing processes and solidify our position as a global leader. Our ability to create and innovate with confectionery is unparalleled — call us candy engineers.
We now sell our products in over 40 countries thanks to an operational network that spans the Western Hemisphere. As we look to the future, we're excited to share our sugar confections with the world.
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The Ferrara® Story
We’ve grown from a humble sweets shop into the creators of some of the world’s most iconic candy brands.
Our Responsibility
Explore the guidelines that ensure the safety and well-being of our consumers and our team members.
Leadership
Our Senior Leadership Team builds on our storied history while setting the vision for a sweetness-filled future.
Our Purpose
Our goal is to create moments of connection and lead the future of sweet snacking by continuing to reimagine what candy can be.