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Lolli & Pops

Premium confectionery retailer of gifts

Overview

Lolli & Pops runs a premium candy shop that sells a curated mix of confections, from gummies and premium chocolates to international sweets, through online and brick-and-mortar stores. Its products are organized by price and type, with options like organic, vegan, and sugar-free, and sold as direct purchases and gift boxes or themed collections (for example, Cocktail and S’mores). The company differentiates itself by offering a wide selection of retro and novelty candies along with exclusive collections, focusing on high-quality gifts rather than generic candy. Its goal is to provide distinctive confectionery experiences for candy enthusiasts and gift shoppers who want premium, unique sweets.

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About Lolli & Pops

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Why Lolli & Pops is rated
C-
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated D+ on Differentiation

Industries

Food & AgricultureConsumer Goods

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$15M

Headquarters

San Francisco, CA

Founded

2012

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What believers are saying

  • Mesirow confirmed Hammond’s Candies stayed active after the November 2024 sale, supporting supply access.
  • Hammond’s launched holiday chocolate bars in March 2026, expanding exclusive product cadence.
  • Revelio shows 59 active 2026 job postings, signaling hiring despite 2026 headcount decline.

What critics are saying

  • Brandmarch tracked four closures and two openings in the last 12 months, through November 2026.
  • Revelio shows headcount fell to 355 in June 2026, down 28.6% since 2023.
  • Mall traffic dependence and 2019 Chapter 11 create an existential refinancing risk if sales soften.

What makes Lolli & Pops unique

  • Hammond’s Candies acquisition in 2024 vertically integrated manufacturing and retail.
  • Lolli & Pops blends 46 stores with e-commerce, gifting, and wholesale channels.
  • Premium, curated assortments and proprietary seasonal collections separate it from commodity candy chains.

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Funding

Total Funding

$15M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

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Benefits

  • Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

2%
PE Hub
Nov 15th, 2024
TerraMar Capital-backed Lolli & Pops acquires Hammond's Candies | PE Hub

Lolli & Pops is a US-based provider of confections and gift experiences.

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