Popcorn, Indiana (brand) explained

Popcorn, Indiana
Type:Popcorn
Currentowner:Eagle Foods
Origin:United States
Markets:United States
Tagline:We live for Popcorn

Popcorn, Indiana is an American brand of popcorn that was introduced in 2002.[1] The brand is headquartered in Westport, Connecticut and Indianapolis, Indiana - 72 miles north of the community that gave it its name: Popcorn, Indiana.[2] [3]

Products

Popcorn, Indiana's ready-to-eat popcorns are free from trans fats, gluten, preservatives, and genetically modified foods (GMOS). Most products are cholesterol-free, and some flavors are available in an organic variety. The products are also produced without artificial colors. There are two main types of products from Popcorn, Indiana: Classic Popcorn and Drizzlecorn. Its products are also certified by the Whole Grains Council.

History

The brand was founded by Warren Struhl and Richard Demb in 2002. The investors also included Isiah Thomas of the New York Knicks and Goldman, Sachs & Co. The company also at one point included the Dale and Thomas Popcorn brand.[4]

In August 2017, Eagle Foods, a manufacturer of condensed milks and snacks, acquired the brand.[5]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Inc, Popcorn, Indiana. 25 March 2015.
  2. Web site: Popcorn maker laying off 56 N.J. workers due to manufacturing changes . NJ Biz . January 14, 2015 . 25 March 2015 . Strauss, Eric.
  3. Book: Indianapolis Monthly. September 2006. Emmis Communications. 138. 0899-0328.
  4. News: Deals May Be Popping For Popcorn, Indiana . TheStreet . 3 December 2014 . 25 March 2015 . Richard . Collings.
  5. News: Eagle Foods picks up another popcorn maker. Noto. Anthony. August 30, 2017. New York Business Journal.