About this episode

Yvette interviews Cynthia Fulford about her transition from higher education to entrepreneurship with Dr. Auntie's Gourmet Popcorn.

Yvette talks with the dynamic owner of Dr. Auntie's Gourmet Popcorn, Cynthia Fulford. After more than 30 years in student development and higher education leadership, Cynthia transitioned into entrepreneurship. Dr. Auntie's Gourmet Popcorn is a specialty popcorn shop and production facility in Ewing, New Jersey. The business has become known for its fresh, preservative-free popcorn made daily in small batches, offering more than 60 unique flavors that transform a simple snack into a shared experience. Yvette loves Cynthia's take on legacy. Cynthia lives out the belief that legacy is not just what you leave behind—it's what you build, invest in, and pour into others every day. Cynthia and her work are a living legacy.

People in this episode

Host: Yvette E. Taylor

Guest: Cynthia Fulford

Topics covered

• entrepreneurship
• legacy
• food industry
• higher education
• small business

Keywords

• Cynthia Fulford
• Dr. Auntie's Gourmet Popcorn
• legacy
• entrepreneurship
• popcorn
• small business
• Ewing New Jersey

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dr. Auntie's Gourmet Popcorn

Places: Ewing, New Jersey

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