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Outfitting a food trailer to expand product offerings and reach more events.

• Mobile Expansion: Outfitting a food trailer to attend more fairs, festivals, and events.
• Growing Product Line: Introducing new flavors and expanding into canned beverages.
• Strong Community Presence: Known for high-quality popcorn and community engagement.
• Operational Improvements: Streamlining logistics for more efficient event participation.
• Proven Growth: Achieved a 64% revenue increase from 2023 to 2024.

Ken’s Corn is raising funds to outfit a food trailer, allowing the business to expand its presence at fairs, festivals, markets, and special events across Southern New Hampshire. The family-run business has gained traction with a loyal customer base since its launch in 2022, delivering freshly popped kettle corn and an expanding line of gourmet popcorn flavors. The investment will support the purchase and build-out of the food trailer, providing mobility to reach more customers and streamline operations.

With this funding, Ken’s Corn aims to enhance operational efficiency, introduce new products like canned lemonades and gluten-free snacks, and expand wholesale distribution into supermarkets and boutique shops throughout New England. The company also plans to strengthen its catering capabilities and attend more regional events to grow its customer base.

Company Info

Ken’s Corn is a family-owned popcorn producer expanding its product offerings and mobile vending operations with plans to build a food trailer and grow its wholesale line.

Ken’s Corn is a family-owned popcorn and kettle corn producer based in Southern New Hampshire, known for its fresh, on-site popped popcorn and expanding product line of unique flavors. Initially launched in 2022, the business started small with a single kettle at local farmers’ markets and fairs but quickly grew a loyal fanbase. The company now operates with two kettles, multiple crews, and a variety of equipment for mobile vending at various events. Ken’s Corn offers both fresh popcorn on-site and pre-packaged flavors for take-home, with additional offerings like fresh-squeezed lemonades during the warmer months. The brand has gained recognition in the local community and continues to expand.

The company’s future plans include upgrading its operations with a fully outfitted food trailer and expanding its menu to include healthy, gluten-free options like acai bowls and fruit bowls. In addition, Ken’s Corn aims to grow its wholesale line for supermarkets and boutique shops in New England. With a strong foundation in local markets and a loyal following, the business is looking to further its reach, increase brand recognition, and diversify its product offerings. Ken’s Corn is positioning itself for continued growth, with an emphasis on both local events and wholesale distribution.