Dylan Lauren — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Serves as President & COO of Dylan's Candy Bar, which claims to be the 'largest candy store in the world'.
Founded Dylan's Candy Bar in 2001, inspired by 'Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory'.
Authored the book 'Dylan’s Candy Bar: Unwrap Your Sweet Life,' released in 2010.
Launched Dylan's Candy BarN in 2015, a granting foundation dedicated to supporting animal welfare organizations.
Served as a judge on the ABC reality series 'The Toy Box' starting in 2017.
Graduated from Duke University, where she studied art history.

Biography

Dylan Lauren is an American businesswoman known for founding Dylan's Candy Bar in 2001. Inspired by the film 'Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory' on her sixth birthday, she established the New York City store, which claims to be the 'largest candy store in the world.' She currently holds the titles of President and COO at the company.

Beyond her retail ventures, Lauren released the book 'Dylan’s Candy Bar: Unwrap Your Sweet Life' in 2010.