Established Customer Base With over 70 years of experience and a history of supplying major retailers like Sears Roebuck & Co., Arway-Long Grove Confections has built a solid reputation and long-standing relationships with distributors, retailers, and food companies across North America, opening opportunities for expanding into new markets and retail channels.

Flexible Manufacturing Capabilities The company’s advanced production facilities in Chicago and Buffalo Grove offer diverse capabilities such as enrobing, panning, molding, and packaging. This flexibility enables customization and quick adaptation to market trends, providing a competitive advantage for creating innovative confectionery products.

Growth Through Acquisition The strategic acquisition of Long Grove Confectionery in 2013 expanded Arway’s production capacity and retail presence, indicating a growth-oriented approach. Opportunities exist to leverage this expanded infrastructure to increase product volume and diversify offerings in confectionery markets.

Focus on Quality and Service Arway-Long Grove emphasizes high product quality and customer service as core business principles. This focus positions the company to target premium confectionery markets and develop partnerships with brands seeking high-quality, customizable confections.

Market Positioning Opportunities Operating within a competitive landscape alongside brands like Godiva and Ghirardelli, Arway-Long Grove can capitalize on its family-owned, boutique image to differentiate through artisanal, specialty, and gift-oriented product lines, appealing to consumers seeking unique confectionery experiences.