About Us

Bulk Candy Store is a family-run candy shop, nestled in sunny South Florida. We think we’re pretty lucky because our staff is family, and many of our customers are now close friends. Bulk Candy Store has been helping you celebrate your most memorable events with sweets and treats since 1992. According to us, every day is a celebration, and sharing those moments with the people you cherish most is priceless. Whether you are ringing in the New Year, or just gathering to make merry, the Bulk Candy Store has all of the sweets you need to make the special occasions in your life exceptional.

Brothers Brian & Ken Shenkman built the business with their parents and the help of their relatives. Spouses, cousins, and (during summer break) the kids kids all help out at the candy store and on the road. But you don't have to be a Shenkman to be part of the Bulk Candy Store family! Our staff are like our kin. Most have worked with us for years, some over ten.

Our focus on family is why we insist on providing great customer service. When you buy from us you become part of our extended family and we truly care that we provide you edible happiness. After all, Candy is Happy!


Brian Shenkman

Brian Shenkman

The co-owner and founder of Bulk Candy Store, Brian Shenkman, has been chasing his calling to be an entrepreneur since the early 90’s when his confectionary endeavor took root. His first investment was “Fruit Sippers”, a sweet fruit-flavored drink in bottles shaped as fruit, which he sold at a County Fair. The atmosphere at the carnivals gave Brian the inspiration to pursue other opportunities which led him to become the Candy King he is today. In 1996 he started attending various fairs across the country and noticed that candy was a popular choice for carnival-goers. The gears were turning! And so, in 1997 Bulk Candy Store was created. With the help of Brian’s close-knit family, BulkCandyStore.com has become an e-commerce and local retail store catering to candy lovers and event planners alike…and the rest is history.

Carole Shenkman

Carole Shenkman

The backbone of Bulk Candy Store, Carole “Mom” Shenkman, retired and joined the business in 1997. She is now the CFO, handling all of the accounting and billing aspects of the company. Much more than a “bookkeeper” Carole makes Bulk Candy Store feel like a second home. She makes sure we celebrate small and big accomplishments alike within the team. Our birthdays are never missed, and our coffee is always brewed. Carole is a mom, a grandma, a boss, and everything in between!

Ken Shenkman

Ken Shenkman

Oldest of the Shenkman brothers, Ken Shenkman is the co-owner and creator of Bulk Candy Store’s website. Ken embodies the Bulk Candy Store persona with his enthusiastic and whimsical view on life! Tech-savvy and innovative, Ken brought his experience and talents to his brother’s business in 1997, making it a family affair and in 2001 BulkCandyStore.com was born. Today Ken is the “go-to guy” for all things technical. Committed and personable, the Bulk Candy Store business wouldn’t be what it is today without him.

Howard Shenkman

Howard Shenkman

Late father to the Shenkman brothers and husband of Carole, Howard "Pops" Shenkman is the reason Bulk Candy Store is as amazing as it is today. A furniture finisher by trade but an artist at heart, Pops brought creativity and joy with him wherever he went. In his children and grandchildren he inspired passion, diligence, and love, the qualities that make our store so great. An avid fan of early 60s and 70s music and cartoons, his favorite songs and his cartoon drawings are essential to our office suite and remind us of him everyday.