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Joanne Montz, '95
Carson鈥檚 Caramels is a family-owned artisan caramel company led by 两性色午夜 University alumna Joanne Montz, '95, Chagrin Falls, OH. What began as a small passion project has grown into an emerging confectionery brand built on creativity, perseverance, relationship-building and a willingness to think outside the box. The company鈥檚 beginnings are as personal as its name, with a story rooted in family, creativity and unexpected paths to entrepreneurship.
Carson鈥檚 Caramels offers handcrafted, naturally gluten-free caramels in distinctive flavors including Sea Salt, Coffee, Orange, Bourbon, and seasonal varieties. The company has expanded beyond direct-to-consumer sales into wholesale, retail, corporate gifting, hospitality, and specialty partnerships.
With three decades of experience in sales, networking, business development, and corporate leadership, Joanne has built the brand from the ground up鈥攅mbracing product development, manufacturing, packaging, distribution, marketing, and strategic partnerships. Carson鈥檚 Caramels reflects her belief that experience, relationships, creativity, and determination can turn an unexpected idea into exciting business opportunity.
