Our Culture

We Are One Community

Built on mutual care, respect, and equitable opportunities, our culture of One Community ensures that everyone plays a vital role in our company’s growth while fostering a sense of belonging across all locations.

Whether it’s investing in our facilities and the teams that work within them by creating opportunities to gather, or expanding access to leadership, we work together with every team member’s well-being and development in mind. When we work as one, we unlock new possibilities for growth and creativity.

Our Values

These guiding principles shape how we serve our customers and make decisions, keeping us grounded as we grow.

We Are Empowering

We equip, encourage and trust our people to make the right decisions and deliver results.

We Are Collaborative

We work together to multiply our collective contributions and deliver greater value for the company.

We Are Agile

We adapt quickly as a competitive advantage and continuously strengthen our foundational structure and processes.

We Lead with Integrity

We are transparent, courageous, and hold ourselves accountable to do what’s right over what’s easy.

We Are Empathetic

We embrace the unique perspectives of others and build meaningful connections to foster inclusion.

Our People

Our diverse and talented team live our values and turn bold ideas into award-winning products. We’re dreamers who don’t just think outside the box — we reinvent it, fill it with candy, and offer it to the world!

Who We Are

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Innovation is at the core of our mission. We leverage our creative capabilities to envision a world that works for everyone. Our company is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, as we believe that a genuinely inclusive culture creates an environment where everyone can thrive, ultimately driving our success.

Our Approach

Giving Back is Part of Our Culture

Giving back is baked into who we are. Each year, we partner with local organizations like Greater Chicago Food Depository, Children International, and Cradles to Crayons. Making a meaningful impact in the communities where we live, work and play in fuels everything we do, ensuring that our purpose is more than just words - it's how we show up, every day.

Our Community Work

Can You See Yourself Here?

We’re always looking for energetic, team-oriented people to join us. If shaping the future of sugar confections sounds like the kind of career you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

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In Our Own Words

“At Ferrara, you don’t have to be in a leadership role to make a meaningful, tangible impact on the business. Your input, ideas, and insight matter, no matter your role or level in the organization. Respect is deeply ingrained in this organization’s culture, and you feel it in every interaction with the people here.”

Gigi Gonzalez

Sr. Specialist, Communications HR

“Being a part of Ferrara means contributing to our culture and making our community a better place for each other. We achieve this within our office and beyond through the work we do together. I am grateful to work alongside so many thoughtful individuals who live our Ferrara values each day.”

Catherine Michels

Manager, Accounting Finance

“Working at Ferrara means being part of a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and your growth is nurtured. Surrounded by dedicated and talented colleagues, I have thrived professionally and personally. With a "work hard, play hard" philosophy, there's a perfect balance between achieving goals and celebrating successes together. I’ve experienced a culture of camaraderie, motivation, and shared accomplishments.”

Christina Kilgore

Sr. Manager, Global Consumer Affairs Quality

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