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Hoffmann Family of Companies acquires Elmer Chocolate in Ponchatoula, Louisiana

Elmer will continue to operate independently under family leadership

The company produces over 40 million Valentine’s chocolates annually

Acquisition supports Elmer’s plans for innovation and year-round expansion

Florida-based Hoffmann Family of Companies, a private equity firm, has acquired Ponchatoula-based Elmer Chocolate, one of the nation’s leading seasonal chocolatiers known for its iconic Valentine’s Day candy hearts and Easter egg confections.

The acquisition, announced August 5, brings Elmer under the umbrella of the family-owned investment group, which operates more than 120 brands across 30 countries. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

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