Our Culture

We Are One Community

Built on mutual care, respect, and equitable opportunities, our culture of One Community ensures that everyone plays a vital role in our company’s growth while fostering a sense of belonging across all locations.

Whether it’s investing in our facilities and the teams that work within them by creating opportunities to gather, or expanding access to leadership, we work together with every team member’s well-being and development in mind. When we work as one, we unlock new possibilities for growth and creativity.

Our Values

These guiding principles shape how we serve our customers and make decisions, keeping us grounded as we grow.

Respect - We Include Every Voice

We value all people, empower every voice, and foster conditions that protect dignity and inclusion everywhere.

Collaboration - We Connect to Grow Together

We work as One Community, united by collective power and understanding that our individual contributions connect to reach shared goals and achieve personal growth.

Imagination - We Dare to Imagine

We embrace curiosity, creativity and bold, innovative thinking to drive continuous improvement and success for the long term.

Excellence - We Strive for the Exceptional

We go beyond what’s expected, create products we’re proud of and commit to the highest standards in all we do.

Responsibility - We Take Ownership

We lead by example, owning the impact of our actions on each other, our business, consumers, customers, industry, and the world around us.

Our People

Our diverse and talented team live our values and turn bold ideas into award-winning products. We’re dreamers who don’t just think outside the box — we reinvent it, fill it with candy, and offer it to the world!

Who We Are

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Innovation is at the core of our mission. We leverage our creative capabilities to envision a world that works for everyone. Our company is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion, as we believe that a genuinely inclusive culture creates an environment where everyone can thrive, ultimately driving our success.

Our Approach

Giving Back is Part of Our Culture

Giving back is baked into who we are. Each year, we partner with local organizations like Greater Chicago Food Depository, Children International, and Cradles to Crayons. Making a meaningful impact in the communities where we live, work and play in fuels everything we do, ensuring that our purpose is more than just words - it's how we show up, every day.

Our Community Work

Can You See Yourself Here?

We’re always looking for energetic, team-oriented people to join us. If shaping the future of sugar confections sounds like the kind of career you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

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In Our Own Words

“At Ferrara, you don’t have to be in a leadership role to make a meaningful, tangible impact on the business. Your input, ideas, and insight matter, no matter your role or level in the organization. Respect is deeply ingrained in this organization’s culture, and you feel it in every interaction with the people here.”

Gigi Gonzalez

Sr. Specialist, Communications HR

“Being a part of Ferrara means contributing to our culture and making our community a better place for each other. We achieve this within our office and beyond through the work we do together. I am grateful to work alongside so many thoughtful individuals who live our Ferrara values each day.”

Catherine Michels

Manager, Accounting Finance

“Working at Ferrara means being part of a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and your growth is nurtured. Surrounded by dedicated and talented colleagues, I have thrived professionally and personally. With a "work hard, play hard" philosophy, there's a perfect balance between achieving goals and celebrating successes together. I’ve experienced a culture of camaraderie, motivation, and shared accomplishments.”