About Us

Donna Mello stands as a pioneering force in the global confectionery industry, combining rapid product development with extensive manufacturing capabilities to serve leading brands and retailers worldwide. From concept to market, our agile development process enables partners to capture new opportunities quickly and confidently.

With strategic operations across four continents, including facilities in the United States, Canada, Brazil, Turkey, China, India, Thailand, Vietnam, and key European markets, we combine global reach with local expertise to serve our partners’ diverse needs.

Core Strengths

Our strength lies in our comprehensive approach to confectionery manufacturing and sourcing. Our expansive presence enables us to understand diverse market needs, adapt to regional preferences, and deliver solutions that resonate with consumers across different cultures and tastes.​

Quality

With dedicated in-house quality control teams across all manufacturing facilities and comprehensive testing at every production stage, we maintain consistent quality standards that meet the highest international standards throughout our global network.

Capacity

With an annual production capacity of 12,000 containers for soft gummy candies and 5,000 containers for other confectionery products, we operate at a scale that positions us as a reliable partner for high-volume, premium-quality confectionery solutions.

Innovation

With our dedicated R&D team and state-of-the-art development facilities, we operate at the forefront of confectionery innovation, delivering market-leading products that consistently set industry trends.

Our Team​

At the heart of our operations is a team of dedicated professionals who bring together decades of industry expertise. From our R&D specialists who continuously push the boundaries of confectionery innovation to our quality control experts who ensure excellence in every product, our people embody our commitment to delivering superior confectionery solutions.​

Ziv Janashvili

Founder & CEO

From the basketball court to the confectionery industry, our CEO's journey exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit that drives Donna Mello's success today. Beginning his career as a professional basketball player, Mr. Janashvili developed the discipline, leadership, and strategic thinking that now define his business philosophy.

His connection to the confectionery industry began at age 16 in his grandmother's candy shop, where he developed an intimate understanding of quality standards and market dynamics that would later shape Donna Mello's approach to international confectionery manufacturing. Under his leadership, Donna Mello has grown from its modest beginnings to become a leading force in the international confectionery market.

Emerson Pincinato

Director Of Operations - Latin America

With over 20 years of experience at industry leaders such as Nestlé, Fini Brazil, and Monin, Mr. Pincinato brings exceptional expertise to elevate our production standards and operational efficiency.

During his remarkable 17-year tenure as Operations Director at Fini Brazil, he successfully led comprehensive operational divisions including Industrial Production, Quality Control, Maintenance, Engineering, R&D, Supply Chain, while establishing robust systems for Production Control Planning, Procurement, and Raw Materials Management.

Mr. Pincinato’s extensive knowledge and leadership continue to drive innovation and operational excellence within our organization.

Vi Nguyen

Director of Operations - Global

Cherry Liu

Director of Operations - Asia

Elad Malka

Business Development Director

Serving leading retail chains & brands

Driving Innovation & Excellence in the Global Confectionery Industry

As we continue to grow and evolve, our focus remains steadfast on supporting our partners' success through innovative products, reliable manufacturing, and exceptional service.

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