September 25, 2024 (Printed: September 25, 2024)
Right here at Red Cup, we like celebrating milestones – and this September is particularly thrilling! Fourteen impartial espresso retail outlets throughout 8 states are marking primary anniversaries, with the longest-running within the crew attaining an out of this world 18 years. Those devoted marketers are a part of our Red Cup group, thriving with the strengthen of our 7 Steps to Luck program.
Since 1991, Red Cup has helped over 300 marketers understand their goals of proudly owning a espresso store. Our 7 Steps to Luck consulting program provides hands-on steerage, making sure every store is about up for long-term luck. We’re extremely joyful to rejoice the achievements of those 14 espresso retail outlets, that have a median of over six years in trade!
“We’re excited to rejoice the luck of those impartial espresso retail outlets, all of which proceed to thrive with strengthen from our 7 Steps program,” mentioned Greg Ubert, founder and president of Red Cup. “As their espresso spouse, we’re proud to assist them open their doorways and keep in trade for years yet to come.”
Espresso Stores Marking Milestones
Congratulations to the unbelievable retail outlets which might be celebrating their anniversaries this month:
- Stressed Espresso Bar LLC (Willard, OH) – 18 years, celebrating since September 20, 2006
- Jitters Espresso Area (Millersburg, OH) – 12 years, celebrating since September 6, 2012
- The New Commonplace Grounds Espresso Area (Carbondale, IL) – 11 years, celebrating since September 10, 2013
- French Specific Espresso Area (Kannapolis, NC) – 11 years, celebrating since September 13, 2013
- Lavish Boutique LLC (Jasper, AL) – 8 years, celebrating since September 15, 2016
- Penny’s Perks (Dowell, IL) – 7 years, celebrating since September 22, 2017
- French Specific Espresso Area – China Grove (China Grove, NC) – 7 years, celebrating since September 15, 2017
- The Grounds Espresso Café LLC (Stafford, VA) – 6 years, celebrating since September 7, 2018
- Adam’s Flying Pig Coffee House (Wheelersburg, OH) – 4 years, celebrating since September 4, 2020
- Rare Bird Emporium LLC (Murphy, NC) – 4 years, celebrating since September 25, 2020
- Humble Texan Coffee (Vernon, TX) – 3 years, celebrating since September 24, 2021
- The Sanity Mug (Port Lavaca, TX) – 2 years, celebrating since September 29, 2022
- Trek Coffee Co. (Bowling Green, KY) – 1 year, celebrating since September 1, 2023
- Black Hawk Coffee Co. (Oakland, MD) – 1 year, celebrating since September 15, 2023
Inspiring Stories from Rare Bird Emporium and Trek Coffee Co.
We love hearing the stories behind these incredible shops. Take Rare Bird Emporium in Murphy, NC. Owners Kate and Pav Templeton opened their doors in 2020 with a mission to create a safe, community-centered space for Cherokee County residents.
“After months of sheltering in place, we wanted our new store to be a safe place for people to feel comfortable and have conversations again,” said Kate. Their cozy shop, offering local artisan crafts alongside coffee, quickly became a beloved gathering spot.
Another inspiring story comes from Trek Coffee Co. in Bowling Green, KY, celebrating its first anniversary this year. Owner Adam Mosley’s passion for coffee and community is clear in Trek’s unique, eco-conscious approach. Their mantra, “Life’s a Trip—Fuel Up!” drives their mission to combine great coffee with environmental advocacy. “We’re on a mission to make a difference,” said Adam, whose business donates 1% of revenue to environmental causes like the Uzima Clean Water Mission.
Partnering for Success
The common thread across all these success stories? The support of Crimson Cup’s 7 Steps to Success program. From the beginning, our consulting team is there to help with everything from crafting a business plan to troubleshooting daily challenges.
As Adam from Trek Coffee Co. put it, “Crimson Cup offers the best of both worlds: the experience and ‘done for you’ work of a franchise, with the autonomy, creativity, and affordability of being an independent shop.”
Thinking About Opening a Coffee Shop?
If you’re dreaming of opening your own coffee shop, why not reach out? Scott Fullerton, our 7 Steps Sales Leader, is ready to help you get started. Email him at sfullerton@crimsoncup.com or give him a call at 1.888.800.9224.
Happy anniversary to all these wonderful shops! We’re honored to have been part of your journey and can’t wait to see what the future holds.
