Karen Carmazzi, Ceo/Founder

Karen Carmazzi, Ceo/Founder

Do what you love!


Karen’s grandparents used to make the caramel corn as a holiday treat, and after a few years it became a family tradition. Though after her grandfather passed, Grandmother Marie wasn’t sure if she wanted to continue making the corn, so Karen asked if she could help her grandma carry on the recipe. Marie was thrilled! Marie mischievously responded yes, adding, “Let’s keep it a family secret”. And true to this day, the Carmazzi family has kept it a secret, so Grandma is somewhere laughing and proud.

Their family understands what it is like to have a loved one with food limitations. Their youngest daughter is deathly allergic to peanuts and tree nuts, so they are very attentive towards allergens. “We promise to always use quality ingredients that are soy, peanut and tree nut, gluten, and high fructose free.”

Paul Carmazzi Jr., Vice President of Operations

Paul Carmazzi Jr., Vice President of Operations

To be the best!


Paul has an Agricultural Business degree from Cal Poly as well as a diverse food processing background. From the soil to your hands, he cares about the food you eat. Paul brings a passion for the environment, community, and growth that helps make Carmazzi Caramel Corn better each day. You can often find him singing in our kitchen, adding just a little bit more soul to our lil’ drops of sunshine.

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