How Much Does it Cost to Open a Coffee Shop?
June 22, 2022 (Published: January 28, 2019)If you’re thinking of opening a coffee shop, two questions you’re probably asking yourself are: “How much does it cost to open a coffee shop?” and “Do I need a coffee shop business plan?” Our team of coffee shop startup consultants know all about coffee shop startup costs and the importance of a coffee shop […]
How to Calculate Coffee Shop Start-up Costs
January 28, 2021 (Published: June 7, 2018)In a “Start-up Strategies” column for CoffeeTalk magazine, Crimson Cup Founder and President Greg Ubert addressed one of the first questions potential business owners ask: “How much will it cost to open my coffee shop?” As he writes, “Because every specialty coffee business is different, there is no simple answer. Your costs will depend on […]
The Power of the Cup® in Opening a Coffee Shop
March 10, 2021 (Published: December 16, 2014)Thinking about opening a coffee shop? Consider putting the Power of the Cup® behind you. With the Power of the Cup®, you can learn everything you need to run a profitable – and enjoyable – independent coffee business. What’s the Power of the Cup®? A proven system for opening a coffee shop backed by 30 […]
Choosing Equipment for Opening a Coffee Shop
April 15, 2021 (Published: May 21, 2014)Opening a coffee shop business can be a fun and exciting venture. Assuming that you have already taken care of the preliminary steps, including finding a great location and lining up funding, the next major step is purchasing coffee shop equipment. Coffee-shop equipment offers the highest return on any investment in your business. The right […]
Leo’s Donuts and Coffee House Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
May 16, 2014 (Published: May 16, 2014)Congratulations to Terry and Andra Shortt, who celebrated the one-year anniversary of Leo’s Donuts and Coffee House on April 22. The coffee-and-donut shop opened after completing our Seven Steps to Success coffee franchise alternative program. Leo’s features an espresso bar, fresh donuts and other goodies, free Wi-Fi and modern seating for up to 20 people in […]
Greg Shares Startup Strategies in Coffeetalk Magazine
November 16, 2018 (Published: April 17, 2014)Dreaming of opening a coffee shop? Then check out Greg’s recent column, “Seven Strategies for a Successful Coffee-Shop Start-up” in CoffeeTalk magazine. The strategies are based on the steps outlined in Greg’s book, Seven Steps to Success in the Specialty Coffee Industry. They include: Lead with location. Think efficiency when arranging your shop. Buy the […]
Meet Our Cuppers: Steve Bayless, 7 Steps Trainer
February 28, 2014 (Published: February 28, 2014)So what is a cupper, you ask? At Crimson Cup, it’s someone who lives for coffee. Our Cuppers have invested long hours – in most cases, years – in learning to objectively assess the quality of coffee. Each of our Cuppers brings a unique palate, set of skills and personality to our mission of consistently […]