The NEI Pioneer Podcast: Gourmet Popcorn with a Legacy

Written By Christie Browning

Poptique Popcorn: A Legacy of Love and Flavor

In the latest episode of The NEI Pioneer Podcast, hosts Jonathan Sackett and Brice Vance sit down with Gary Hively, owner of Poptique Popcorn, to talk about the sweet and savory story behind one of Northeast Indiana’s most beloved local businesses.

Poptique Popcorn was founded by Gary’s daughter, Lindsey Hively, whose entrepreneurial spirit and love for popcorn sparked a flavorful journey in 2008. Though Lindsey passed away in 2015, her legacy lives on through every handcrafted batch of popcorn made at Poptique’s two locations. From classic caramel to bold dill pickle, Gary shares how each flavor is a tribute to creativity, quality, and family.

Tune in to hear how Gary continues Lindsey’s dream and what makes Poptique a cherished part of the region’s small business community.

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About: The NEI Pioneer Podcast is a bi-weekly podcast powered by the Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership’s Pioneer Starts Here platform. The podcast showcases and shares the stories of resilience and perseverance from Northeast Indiana.

Lindsey M. Hively | Poptique Popcorn Founder and Owner | 1987 - 2015

Operating in memory of Lindsey Hively

The story of Poptique begins the same way any great story does: with a little girl and a big dream. Despite her passing in April 2015, Lindsey’s legacy lives on through her ever-popping business, her father and current owner, Gary Hively, family and friends, and a dedicated team of popfectionists.

Thanks to her entrepreneurial spirit and zest for success, Lindsey’s story still inspires young men and women to follow their dreams and remind people that the best way to live is to LIVE BOLD.

Christie Browning

Christie is a five-time HSPA award-winning writer with a long resume of creative, compelling writing. Her background includes journalism and marketing, which allows her to bring a specialized voice to the pieces created for her clients. On her own, Christie has written for newspapers, online magazines and major publications. For her clients, Christie produces web designs, press and media releases, blog articles, downloadable worksheets and flyers as well as social media content. Her long-time career as an entrepreneur gives her unique insight into what her clients need to promote their products, services and messages.

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