To dutch Trader and the Posse of 10 thumbs up I hope you all put Harpben1 on ignore as it will allow you to feel warm and fuzzy and stay in your own little world of ignorance. For supporting a vicious flame - well what can be said. Everytime you alienate a poster they no longer share information and the forum becomes toxic.
I thought since that is the way of the forum I'd go the same path.
For the ignorant amongst you it may not have been obvious but subtle words and knowledge indicates the poster Harpben1 has both local marketing, chocolate industry and marketing knowledge that obviously exceeds the 10 thumb uppers combined world knowledge and common sense.
Seriously sheep pack mentality and you chase away and can't respect local knowledge you will never
When another poster offers you alternative information you try and tear them another b hole.
Dutch - simply IMO their strategy hasn't worked in a timely fashion in the USA Their marketing and promotion has been appalling across every platform IMO.
Their Australian launch and market - a bonus market -??? Not sure what your day to day employment is but I wouldn't suggest you think of going into confectionery, marketing, etc etc. Launched seemingly without support or followup promo nor any form of hook for early adoptors.
I don't know another brand that has its top dog visit with Trish in country and Simon in WA and not make media appearances , follow up prior articles or even put photos on website for investors etc