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Founded by Lt. Col. Dean Alexander in the 1970s, Deanan Gourmet Popcorn began as a family snack venture. It transitioned to Dean's kids, including former CEO Barb Hodge, who expanded the business into co-packing and private label. Today, third-generation CEO Tref Hodge leads Deanan with a focus on innovation and scalability, offering turnkey popcorn solutions backed by 45+ years of experience and a legacy of family-driven quality.