MemPops

What MemPops does

MemPops is a Memphis, Tennessee-based artisanal frozen-treat company founded by Chris Taylor, operating a multi-channel local food business built around hand-crafted frozen pops using fresh, locally sourced fruits and ingredients. The company runs two company-owned retail stores — Crosstown (1350 Concourse Avenue) and East Memphis (1243 Ridgeway Road) — and maintains a mobile pop-up operation using an Airstream trailer at farmers markets, community concerts, parks, and private events across the Memphis metro area. Its product portfolio spans three lines: Fruit + Cream Pops with unconventional flavor combinations (Blackberry & Goat Cheese, Mexican Chocolate, Watermelon Basil), Boozy Pops (alcohol-infused cocktail-inspired flavors for 21+ consumers), and Mempups (savory frozen dog treats on rawhide sticks).

The company monetizes through five primary streams: in-store retail sales, mobile catering and wedding/private event services priced on tiered volume contracts ($2.50–$3.75 per pop), e-commerce sales of physical gift cards ($10/$25/$50) and branded merchandise (901 t-shirts from $20), wholesale distribution to 7+ retail partner locations (Memphis Zoo, St. Jude Kay Kafe, Shelby Farms Park, High Point Pizza, Miss Cordelia's Market, Germantown Athletic Center, The One-Craft Road), and a fundraising program for non-profits using unstaffed cart delivery or Spirit Day donation mechanics. The go-to-market motion is community-driven, relying on Instagram (@mempops), farmers-market activations, and word-of-mouth, supported by monthly in-store tip donations to local non-profits. MemPops operates as a private, founder-owned business with six employees, no disclosed institutional capital, and operations confined to the Memphis metropolitan area.

Name

MemPops

Legal name

MemPops

Website

https://mempops.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MemPops is a Memphis-based artisanal frozen-treat company operating two retail stores, mobile pop-ups, and catering services. It sells hand-crafted fresh-fruit pops, alcohol-infused Boozy Pops, and dog treats Mempups to Memphis consumers and event clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Artisan Frozen Desserts

NAICS

Ice Cream and Frozen Dessert Manufacturing (311520)

SIC

Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts (2024)

akta.pro primary industry

Frozen & Refrigerated Snack Foods (Ice Cream Novelties, Snack Bites) (CRADABAL)

Keywords

• Artisanal frozen pops
• Handcrafted frozen desserts
• Mobile event catering
• Dog frozen treats
• Retail frozen treats

Headquarters

HQ city

Memphis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Retail Store Sales: In-store sales of frozen pops at two Memphis retail locations (Crosstown and East Memphis) across multiple product categories including Fruit + Cream, Boozy Pops, and Mempups for dogs. Core revenue stream from walk-in customers.
2. Catering and Private Events: Mobile catering services for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, and other private gatherings. Volume-based pricing tiers with minimum pop requirements ranging from 100-1500 units. Custom branding options available.
3. E-commerce (Gift Cards and Merchandise): Online store sales of physical gift cards ($10, $25, $50 denominations) and branded merchandise including t-shirts. Gift cards are physical cards mailed to customers.
4. Wholesale/Retail Partner Distribution: Distribution through retail partners including Memphis Zoo, High Point Pizza, Kay Kafe at St. Jude, Lake's Edge Gift Shop at Shelby Farms Park, Miss Cordelia's Market, Germantown Athletic Center, and The One-Craft Road. Wholesale supply to partner locations for resale.
5. Fundraising Programs: Fundraising programs for non-profit organizations including unstaffed cart delivery (160 pop minimum, $40 delivery fee) and Spirit Days where $1 per pop sold is donated to participating non-profits.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

MemPops produces and sells hand-crafted frozen pops made with locally sourced fresh fruits and ingredients, operating through two Memphis retail locations (Crosstown and East Memphis), mobile pop-ups at community events, wholesale partner distribution, and on-site catering for private events and weddings. The product portfolio includes Fruit + Cream pops with unique flavor combinations, alcohol-infused Boozy Pops (21+), and Mempups frozen dog treats on rawhide sticks, supported by an online store for gift cards and branded merchandise.

Product overview

MemPops is a frozen treat company offering three core product lines: Fruit + Cream Pops (hand-crafted frozen pops featuring unique fruit and cream flavor combinations), Boozy Pops (21+ alcohol-infused cocktail-inspired frozen pops), and Mempups (frozen dog treats on rawhide sticks). The company operates two brick-and-mortar locations in Memphis, Tennessee (East Memphis and Crosstown), maintains an active mobile pop-up presence at local events and venues, and offers catering services for private events and weddings. Merchandise including branded apparel and gift cards are sold through the online store. MemPops differentiates itself through the use of locally sourced fresh fruits and ingredients combined with frozen preparation methods.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fruit + Cream Pops Hand-crafted frozen pops featuring fruit and cream-based flavor varieties including Blackberry Goat Cheese, Mexican Chocolate, Watermelon Basil, and Peaches & Cream, made with locally sourced fresh fruits and ingredients. Sold at retail locations, pop-ups, and through catering.
• Boozy Pops Alcohol-infused frozen pops for adults 21+ featuring cocktail-inspired flavors including Hibiscus Margarita, Piña Colada, Strawberry Daiquiri, Roasted Peach & Bourbon, Moscow Mule, Bourbon Smash, and Paloma, made with all-natural mixers.
• Mempups Frozen treats for dogs made with savory ingredients including chicken stock, roasted sweet potatoes, carrots, and brown rice, molded and frozen onto rawhide sticks. Sold at retail locations and pop-ups.
• Private Events Catering Mobile catering service featuring a vintage Airstream pop-up cart for weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, schools, and graduation parties. Volume-based pricing tiers from $3.75 per pop (100 minimum) to $2.50 per pop (1500 minimum), with staffing included.
• Wedding Catering Wedding catering service offering customizable frozen pops including cocktail hour Boozy Pops and personalized late-night snacks. Custom stick branding and unique flavors available, minimum order of 100 sticks with four weeks notice.
• Fundraising Program Fundraising service for non-profit organizations offering unstaffed cart delivery (160 pop minimum, weekday events) and Spirit Day promotions where $1 per pop is donated to the participating organization.
• Gift Cards Physical gift cards available in $10, $25, and $50 denominations, delivered by mail to the recipient. Current promotion includes a $10 gift card bonus for every $50 in gift cards purchased.
• 901 T-shirt Merchandise Branded Memphis-themed merchandise t-shirts available in sizes from Youth S through XXLarge, priced from $20.00.

Quantifiable outcome

• Always flavorful, always fun - simple and enjoyable frozen treat experience

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Memphis ZoominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMempops products are available for purchase at Memphis Zoo, allowing zoo visitors to enjoy frozen treats during their visit. This retail partnership expands product distribution to a high-traffic entertainment venue.
• St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (Kay Kafe)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMempops available at Kay Kafe located at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, providing frozen treat options to hospital staff, visitors, and families. Partnership supports the hospital community.
• Shelby Farms Park (Lake's Edge Gift Shop)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLake's Edge Gift Shop at Shelby Farms Park sells Mempops products, reaching park visitors and outdoor enthusiasts at one of Memphis's largest urban parks.
• High Point PizzaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal Memphis pizzeria offers Mempops products to its customers, combining frozen treats with pizza offerings.
• Miss Cordelia's MarketminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal market retail partner selling Mempops products to market visitors.
• Germantown Athletic CenterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFitness center offers Mempops to members and visitors, providing refreshment options post-workout.
• The One-Craft RoadminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal craft retail location selling Mempops products.
• Local Memphis Non-profits (BBBS Mid-South, BGC Memphis, HHU Memphis)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMempops donates monthly in-store tips to various local non-profits including Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mid-South, Boys & Girls Clubs of Memphis, and Healthy Hood Memphis. Partnership builds community goodwill and supports local causes.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Popbar: Popbar operates a chain of retail shops selling customizable frozen pops on a stick with premium ingredients and alcoholic options, very similar to MemPops' Fruit + Cream and Boozy Pops lines with a multi-location retail and catering model.
• Coolhaus: Coolhaus produces premium ice cream sandwiches, bars, and pints with novel flavor combinations, sold via retail, scoop shops, and grocery. Comparable as a premium frozen novelty brand with a quirky flavor and adult-leaning positioning similar to MemPops' Boozy Pops.
• GoodPop: GoodPop produces organic, clean-ingredient frozen pops sold through grocery retail and direct-to-consumer channels. Highly comparable to MemPops in product format (fruit-based frozen pops) and positioning around fresh, quality ingredients.
• Frozen Fruit Co: Frozen Fruit Co makes fruit-based frozen popsicles sold via retail and online, with a similar fresh-ingredient angle as MemPops' Fruit + Cream line, though distribution-led versus MemPops' shop-led model.

Emerging players

• The Yard Milkshake Bar: The Yard is an experiential frozen dessert shop chain focused on novelty items and Instagram-worthy presentations. Comparable as a small-format, experiential frozen dessert retail concept targeting similar adult/family occasions.
• Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream: Chill-N operates a small chain of made-to-order nitrogen ice cream shops with novel preparation, comparable to MemPops as a novelty-driven frozen dessert retail concept with experiential differentiation rather than mass distribution.

Broad incumbents

• Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams: Jeni's is a premium scoop-shop and grocery brand known for unconventional flavors and ingredient quality. Comparable to MemPops on flavor-forward positioning and local/regional brand-building, though at far greater scale.
• Häagen-Dazs: Häagen-Dazs is a mass-market premium ice cream brand with an established ice cream novelties line (bars, cones, sticks) sold through grocery and scoop shops. Broad incumbent in the same frozen dessert category as MemPops but at vastly larger scale and distribution.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/mempops
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mempops

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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