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Our Story

While some might think of us at Poppy as popcorn experts, truth is —

when we started out, all we knew was that we loved popcorn and we thought it could bring lots of joy and happiness to people.

Ginger
Ginger Frank
Poppy Founder & CEO

Poppy was created for one simple reason. Ginger, as a single Mom, needed more flexibility to spend time with her two young kids. She also saw an opportunity to create a better future for herself and her family. As Poppy continues to grow, Ginger is able to show her kids (and others) that with hard work and a clear vision, anything is possible.

With a small budget and a strong worth ethic, in 2014 Poppy opened as a small retail shop in Asheville, NC. Her mission was clear: use real ingredients, only create flavors that are different from anything else you can find and make it fun. After all, it’s just popcorn. Little did she know just how quickly the small Asheville community of artisans, musicians and adventurers would fall in love with Poppy. And not just them, but communities all over the country.

Soon, people across the country were savoring and smiling ear to ear because of our all-natural, delicious, hand-made popcorn. Our secret isn’t just fresh ingredients though. And it’s not just state -of-the-art popcorn machines either. It’s the people who pour their love  into each batch so that the very person who opens the bag is welcomed with positivity and delightful flavors that bring instant cheer.

Many years on from our humble founding, we’ve discovered what truly drives us. To spread joy, happiness and empowerment. And to build, support and uplift others and our own. We hope you like to eat (and give) a lot of Poppy Handcrafted Popcorn to your friends and family because we sure love making it for you.

While
Introducing our new bag design:
We decided it was time for the outside to match the joy and magic inside!
Months of hard work but a decade in the making.

Our new design is more than just a snazzy bag upgrade. The unveiling also aligns with a significant milestone: Poppy's 10-year anniversary!

The process of crafting our new design unfolded over months, weaving together the essence of Poppy's 10-year story. From the initial spark of inspiration to the final strokes of creativity, every detail has been carefully curated to mirror the magic that bursts from each bag.

This new design not only reflects our commitment to quality and creativity but also symbolizes the journey we've traveled over the past ten years together.

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We’re excited to see our new bags land on your doorstep soon!

How it started...
It all began with a genuine love for popcorn and a vision to spread joy. Our founder, Ginger, personally rolled up her sleeves, slapped labels on ziplock bags, and did whatever it took—even convincing her own kids to be our first models—infusing the brand with a heartfelt, family-driven spirit.
How it's going...
Today, Poppy isn't just a delicious treat; it's a symbol of our commitment to building, supporting, and uplifting others. And yes, we're still enlisting the help from Ginger's (not-so-little) kids, ensuring that the spirit of our humble beginnings remains alive in every crunchy kernel.
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Put Your All Into Everything

Rarely in life does anything get handed to you (unless it’s our delicious popcorn, of course). At Poppy, working hard and giving 100% every day is popped into our DNA. Founded on an idea and a vision, with little cash or actual experience, simply validates that dreams can come true. What keeps us inspired? Flavor experimentation, natural ingredient sourcing, growing our team and finding new ways to brighten the day.
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You Can't Fake Real

At Poppy, we strive to make the world a better place by spreading joy and caring about others. We make our popcorn with love and intention because that’s what it takes to succeed and to spread the positivity we seek. So, what’s the Poppy secret? Real people, real flavors, real love, real ingredients, real joy.
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Gifting Joy

The world is certainly a better place when people are happy, and to us, giving gifts is one of life’s greatest pleasures! Whether it’s a birthday, end of the school year, a get-well wish or just to say “I miss you,” popcorn makes everything better! We are here to spread happiness, joy, smiles and cheer!
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Community Over Competition

We believe we can share more than just popcorn. We’ve got ideas, advice, connections and laughter to spread. At Poppy, we prefer to build a supportive community and invite all who seek inspiration and entrepreneurship to sit at our table. We know it’s not typical, but we’re not a typical kind of company. Our focus is to grow together, support one another and find ways for all of us to succeed, because it’s more fun when we’re all winning, collaborating and sharing.
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