9 Employees of the National Confectioners Association Take Home $28 Million in Compensation

9 of the most highly compensated employees of the National Confectioners Association (a tax-exempt, non-profit trade association (501 (c) 6) that promotes chocolate, candy, gum, and mints along with the companies that make these treats. Based in Washington, DC, the organization is known for the annual Sweets & Snacks Expo – the largest trade show for candy and snacks) received $28 million in compensation from 2018-2025, with John Downs, the President and CEO receiving the largest bulk at $12 million. Read more