Specialty Coffee Association Director to Keynote NAMA Coffee, Tea and Water Expo

September 7th, 2012

Chicago, September 7, 2012 -- Ric Rhinehart (pictured), director and vice president for the Specialty Coffee Association, will share his views on "Key Trends in Specialty Coffee" during the Opening General Session of the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) CoffeeTea&Water (CT&W) 2012. CT&W, the single largest education and networking event for coffee, tea and water service operators nationwide, will be held at the New Orleans Hyatt Regency Tuesday-Thursday, Nov. 13-15. "In an increasingly volatile coffee world, engaging consumers where they are is critical for success. I will speak ... [full story]

Snyder's-Lance, Inc. Announces Agreement to Acquire Snack Factory

September 7th, 2012

Charlotte, N.C., September 7, 2012 -- Snyder's-Lance, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Snack Factory, LLC and certain affiliates, for $340 million in cash. This includes approximately $60 million of net present value of future tax benefits. ... [full story]