My name is Belver Ladson and I've been involved in the candy wrapper industry for a few years. I started learning about it, only to find that it was something I loved. I can use my creativity as well as my business skills.  I adore being able to put my ideas into designs that people can use to make money for themselves.  One of my major goals in life has been to help others earn additional income, which in turn will help me earn an income. I see it as a complete circle that is a win-win situation for everyone involved.

Wrapfest has been a dream of mine that was on the backburner for a long time.   Originally, the thought of a convention for those in the candy wrapping profession was bantered about at some of my online chats.  Difficulties kept me from being able to have a convention in some far away city where people could go to and have fun as well as learn about the profession.  A friend, Terri James, reminded me about the convention idea and spoke to me about having it online.   Still a bit hesitant, I decided that this type of convention COULD be done and it COULD be a success.   All the planning and organizing is going to make Wrapfest 2004! a great success.

More Information About Belver

Owner of Belverbears, a graphics and business kit company, Belver has been in business for a few years.  Belver started drawing at the age of 9 and that love of art has lead her to her unique graphics style.  Initially starting with just teddy bear artwork, she has recently branched out into doing more floral and "people" characters.

Belver is dedicated to seeing the candy wrapper industry become the best it can be. She has opened and maintains numerous internet websites pertaining to the candy wrapper industry, such as CandyWrapperBook.com, The Candy Bar Wrappers Association of America and BizArtCafe.com which is a place to find commercial graphics that can be used on candy wrappers and other products people might sell.

The Candy Bar Wrappers Association is the first trade group for those in the candy wrapping profession.  "I'd like to see standards set in the industry as well as let  candy wrappers professionals know that they are an integral part of the celebration/party/event industry," says Belver.

Belver's goal is to make the candy wrapper industry be seen as more of a "hobby business" and moved into the realm of being a viable business option for work-at-home mothers, those who are disabled in any way, as well as being an option for anyone who wishes to make additional or primary income.

Belver can be contacted at belver@wrapfest.com