Sweets & Snacks Expo

Inspiration and Action

How we united the sweets and snacks industries with a holistic approach and strategic shift.

Brightly colored candy and granola bars

The Challenge

The Sweets & Snacks Expo, formerly known as The Candy Show, struggled with a fragmented marketing strategy that got in the way of an impactful, lasting value proposition. With increased competition from emerging shows, the Expo needed a change to secure its relevance.

The Clarity

The Sweets & Snacks Expo is the place where inspiration can transform into immediate action.

The Transformation

Crafting a brand position that embraced this distinctive identity, we developed a visual language and supporting elements that highlighted both sweets and snacks. These pieces became the foundation for a brand that now has lasting power and ongoing relevance.

The new logo featured a unique graphic element for a touch of modern fun.

The ampersand became a symbol capturing the whimsy and playfulness of all things sweets and snacks — as well as an attention-grabbing element for selfie stations.

Ampersand selfie station with candy background
Ampersand selfie station with people posing with giant candy props
Ampersand selfie station with men posing with giant candy props

Digital banners and email designs in the new look and feel encouraged industry professionals to turn inspiration into action at the event.

Sweets and Snacks Expo digital ads

Direct mail and print advertising engaged potential attendees by showcasing the vibrant atmosphere and innovative opportunities in store.

Sweets and Snacks print ads
Sweets and Snacks event flyer

Results and Impact

In the inaugural year of the revamped brand, qualified show attendees surged by nearly 5%, accompanied by a remarkable 20% increase in profits. KPIs for positive brand sentiment experienced double-digit growth, affirming the Expo’s newfound relevance and enduring appeal.

Marriner helped Sweets and Snacks Expo see a 20% increase in profits

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