Hillberg & Berk was already an established entrepreneurial story when they hired Northern Commerce. Their triumphs included a pitch-to-win deal on Dragon’s Den and commissions to design jewellery for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Launching a new brand is tough. Launching a brand in a crowded industry like candy—where sugar-loaded competitors dominate shelves—is even tougher. However, Protein Candy wasn’t just another candy company.