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Veteran-Founded Funky Chunky Popcorn Poised for National Expansion

12/14/2025

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Funky Chunky, a Minnesota veteran-founded gourmet popcorn company, gained popularity during the holiday gifting season.
Ryan Kuo, a U.S. Army veteran, acquired Funky Chunky in 2021.
Kuo aims to scale nationally.
Funky Chunky offers curated holiday bundles starting at $25 and discounts for service members, with products available online and at retailers nationwide.

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Story summary

Funky Chunky, a Minnesota veteran-founded gourmet popcorn company, gained popularity during the holiday gifting season.
Ryan Kuo, a U.S. Army veteran, acquired Funky Chunky in 2021.
Kuo aims to scale nationally.
Funky Chunky offers curated holiday bundles starting at $25 and discounts for service members, with products available online and at retailers nationwide.