Where conversations spark growth.
Thursday, May 21 | 8–10 a.m.
Las Vegas Convention Center – West Lobby
Sponsored by:
Make the Connections That Move Your Business Forward
Distributor Connect is a casual networking event designed to bring together manufacturers, retailers, and distributors, making it easier than ever to build valuable business relationships.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand, this is your opportunity to get face time with leading candy and snack distributors from across the country.
Why Attend?
Distributor Connect gives you direct access to distributors in one convenient setting, so you can discover new partners and start meaningful conversations.
Who should participate?
- Manufacturers & retailers: Find distribution partners
- Distributors: Connect with new and current customers
- Emerging & growing brands: Gain insight, guidance, and connections to help you scale
What you’ll get:
- Direct access to regional and national distributors — no booths, no pressure.
- Insight into how distributor partnerships work and what to expect.
- Guidance on finding the right fit for your size, goals, and audience.
- A casual, no-sales-pitch setting to ask anything and get honest answers.
How it works:
- Distributors are seated at designated tables
- Attendees rotate freely to meet and connect
- Stop by for coffee and conversation
- No registration required
- Open to all Expo attendees
Start Day #3 with Distributor Connect!
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to have focused conversations with candy and snack distributors that can accelerate your growth and open new doors for your business.
2026 participating distributors:
- Bison European Partners
- Breaktime Distributing
- BWI Imports
- Capital Sales Company
- Core-Mark
- F. McConnell and Sons
- George J. Howe Company
- Green Rabbit/Vistar
- KeHE
- Leese Enterprises International
- Massy Distribution
- McLane
- Midwest Distribution
- Naussau Candy
- Redstone Foods
- S. Abraham & Sons
- Sultana Distribution Services
- Thayer Distribution
- Thoughtfully
- Topicz
- Weaver Nut Company
| Company Name: | Company Website: | Distributor Type: | Channel(s) | Region(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albanese Confectionery | wholesale.albaneseconfectionery.com/ | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce | National |
| Bison European Partners | bison-brands.eu | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce | International |
| Breaktime Distributing | gobreaktime.com | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club | Southeast |
| BWI, Inc | bwi-imports.com | Import/Export | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce | Northeast, Southeast, West, Southwest, Central, National, Canada |
| Capital Sales Company | capitalcsc.com | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce, Alternative | National |
| Core-Mark | www.core-mark.com | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club | National, Canada |
| George J Howe Company | georgehowe.com | Wholesaler | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club | Northeast, Southeast, Central |
| Green Rabbit - Vistar | greenrabbit.com | Distributor | E-commerce | National |
| KeHE Distributors | kehe.com | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce, Alternative | Northeast, Southeast, West, Southwest, Central, National |
| Leese Enterprises International Inc. | leese.ca | Import/Export | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce, Alternative | Canada |
| Massy Distribution Barbados | massydistribution.com/bb | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department | International |
| Massy Distribution Gyuana | massydistribution.com/gy | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club | International |
| Massy Distribution Trinidad Limited | massydistribution.com/tt | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department | International |
| McLane Company, Inc. | mclaneco.com | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce, Alternative | Northeast, Southeast, West, Southwest, Central, National |
| Midwest Distribution | mwdsnacks.com | Distributor | Specialty/Military/Department | National |
| Nassau Candy | nassaucandy.com | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department | National |
| Redstone Foods | redstonefoods.com | Distributor | Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce, Alternative | National |
| S. Abraham & Sons | sasinc.com | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club | Southeast, Central |
| Sultana Distribution Services | sultanadist.com | Redistributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, Alternative | National |
| Thayer Distrobution | thayerdistribution.com | Redistributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce, Alternative | Northeast, Southeast, West, Southwest, Central Region, National, Canada, International |
| Thoughtfully | thoughtfully.com | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce | Northeast, Southeast, West, Southwest, Central Region, National, Canada, International |
| Topicz | topicz.com | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce | Southeast, Central |
| Weaver Nut Company | weavernut.com | Distributor | Grocery/Drug/Mass/Convenience/Value/Club, Specialty/Military/Department, E-commerce | Northeast, Southeast, West, Southwest, Central, National, Canada, International |
