ISM Award
A very special highlight of ISM is the presentation of the ISM Award. The award honours extraordinary contributions to the further development of the confectionery and snack industry.
The award winner is an industry or trade representative and has developed an internationally renowned brand.
Who will win the ISM Award 2026?
Which outstanding personality from the sweets and snacks industry will be distinguished with the renowned ISM Award this year?
Who particularly shaped the industry last year - with innovative strength, passion and entrepreneurial vision?
The answer will remain top secret until the ISM Opening Night on 1 February 2026.
Be there live, when the decision is announced - and experience a special moment of appreciation and recognition in the international sweets world.
Note it down now and share the excitement!
Tickets will be available in the ticket shop soon.
The latest award winners:
- In 2025: Ulrich Zuenelli, A. LOACKER SPA
- In 2024: Ekachai Savetsomphob, Sino-Pacific
- In 2023: Majlen Fazer, Fazer
- In 2022:Luigi Zàini, Luigi Zaini S.p.A.
- In 2021: No ISM Award due to corona-related cancellation of the event
- In 2020: Patrick Poirrier, Cémoi
- In 2019: Prof. Dr. Hermann Bühlbecker, sole owner of the Lambertz Group
- In 2018: Dylan Lauren, Dylan's Candy Store
- In 2017: Gota Morinaga, MORINAGA & CO., LTD.
- In 2016: James N. Walker, Walkers Shortbread
- In 2015: Felix Richterich, Ricola AG
- In 2014: Hermann Goelitz Rowland Sr., Jelly Belly Candy Company