Executive describes dynamic journey into the broader snack market.

Management raises full-year guidance following strong third quarter.

Moves will depend on category conditions.

Innovation helped raise quality bar in pizza on category-wide basis.

Raised by Mexican investment entities.

Equity research firm sees risk as rebuild begins.

Company’s leadership team offers insights into firm’s formula for success in food.

Schools and convenience stores seen as white space for some brands.

Undisclosed Party A spent months pursuing Twinkies maker.

Third-quarter net income increases 14%.