Industry Social Club | Confections

Name: Industry Social Club | Confections
Start: 2026-10-28T17:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-10-28T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Baltimore Museum of Industry

October 28 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Free

Industry Social Club presented by PNC Bank continues! Join us on Wednesday, October 28 for a discussion on, Confections.

From neighborhood candy to beloved legacy brands, what can candy tell us about Baltimore’s changing industry and its consumers? This installment of Industry Social Club explores the evolution of Baltimore’s candy and confectionery industry, from the longstanding companies and products that are part of Baltimore’s cultural memory to the makers and businesses shaping its future. The conversation will explore how nostalgia, memory, and brand loyalty influence what we buy and why certain products become part of our traditions. It will also look behind the scenes at the journey from ingredients to finished products, examining manufacturing processes, ingredient sourcing, workforce, and the many steps involved in bringing candy to the community. Finally, the discussion will consider how changing consumer values are reshaping the food industry, including the growing interest in shopping local, expectations around pricing and sourcing, and the role of brand reputation in what consumers choose to support.

Industry Social Club is a free, quarterly, after-hours program for local professionals, creatives, and influencers in various industries to cultivate connections that drive success. Topics examine contemporary trends in industry, both locally and nationally. Learn more about Industry Social Club here.

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October Industry Speakers:

Alanah Nichole Davis | Moderator

Alanah Nichole Davis (She/Her) is a Baltimore-raised, award-winning storyteller, social designer, educator, and community connector. With more than a decade of experience across journalism, communications, arts and culture, education, and community engagement, she brings a multidisciplinary approach to helping people make sense of complex ideas, connect with one another, and imagine what is possible. Davis began her career in journalism, developing a reputation for thoughtful storytelling that makes complex topics accessible and centers the people and communities behind the headlines. Her work has since expanded across communications, creative strategy, community-centered programming, and social design, allowing her to work across sectors and bring people, ideas, and opportunities together. She holds an MA in Social Design from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) and is deeply engaged in Baltimore’s arts, cultural, youth, and community ecosystems.

Jinji Frasier | Jinji Chocolate

Jinji is the co-founder and owner of award-winning chocolate shop, Jinji Chocolate in the Waverly neighborhood in Baltimore City. The shop features chocolate and drinks handcrafted from cacao beans sourced directly from family and women-owned farms around the world. Since its inception, Jinji Chocolate has grown through intentionality with the local and global community, always valuing the ancient art of storytelling as the vehicle for sharing complex flavors and ideas.

Donald Terry Jr.| Betty Lee’s Candy Dish

Donald Terry Jr. is a Baltimore-based entrepreneur, business leader, and community advocate, best known as the owner of Betty Lee’s Candy Dish, a family-rooted confectionery brand located in Baltimore’s historic Lexington Market. Through his entrepreneurial leadership, Donald is committed to preserving legacy, creating opportunity, and building a brand that connects culture, community, and economic empowerment. In addition to his business endeavors, he is a seasoned human resource professional with expertise in talent acquisition, workforce development, strategic partnerships, and organizational leadership. Donald brings an energetic, people-centered perspective to every room, with a passion for entrepreneurship, leadership, and creating pathways for individuals and communities to thrive.

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