Founded in 1952 in a small candy store in Istanbul, Elvan Food Ind. Co. has evolved into an international confectionery manufacturer with six factories in Turkey and two abroad, employing nearly 3, 500 people. The company produces a wide range of products, including chocolates, wafers, candies, jellies, cakes, croissants, and markets them internationally. Elvan Group exports to over 170 countries across six continents, with a turnover approaching $350 million. The company is committed to innovation, having established the first R&D center in Turkey's food sector in 2012, and focuses on sustainable practices, meeting its entire electric power needs through renewable energy investments.