Sunshine Buns Co-founder Chrisi Hammer Brings a Family Recipe to the National Retail Stage

Utah Business

Sunshine Buns Co-founder Chrisi Hammer Brings a Family Recipe to the National Retail Stage

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Published on Jun 10, 2026, 5:58:06 PM
Total time: 00:41:08

Episode Description

In this Utah Business Podcast episode, executive editor Catherine Bennett sits down with Chrisi Hammer, the “Founder & Chief Bun Boss” of Sunshine Buns, a rapidly expanding CPG brand offering family-favorite cinnamon buns to customers across the country.

Chrisi Hammer has skillfully managed the challenges of rapid growth, taking the company from local roots to the shelves of major retailers nationwide, from Costco to Kroger. 

Balancing her dynamic role with the demands of being a mother of 5, Chrisi shares her insights on navigating logistics, maintaining a personal touch in branding, and the power of saying “no” as a key element of strategic growth.

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