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Liz Dee, Co-President of Smarties Candy Company

Wharton's Barbara Kahn and Dr. Americus Reed speak with Liz Dee, Co-President of Smarties Candy Company about her family background in the candy industry, how Smarties sets itself apart from other brands, brand extension to other candies, Smarties Halloween campaign, and more.

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