According to the Patriot News, Cuppy’s Coffee has opened its first Harrisburg-area franchise location, and it’s second PA franchise (The other one is in Pittsburgh) Congratulations to franchise owner Jason & Joanne Winters.
Here is the story reported by The Patriot News
Jason Winters had a light bulb moment while in a coffee shop on business in New Jersey.
"I saw a guy sitting at a laptop and I thought ‘Why not open a coffee shop?’
This week, he, his wife, Joanne, and their son, Hunter, 8, are celebrating the grand opening of Cuppy’s Coffee Smoothies & More at 6416 Carlisle Pike, Silver Spring Twp. in the Silver Spring Square (with Wegmans and Target). The shop opened late last month.
Never heard of Cuppy’s? You’re not alone. This is the second one to open in Pennsylvania.
The 2-year old national chain operates more than 70 locations in the United States and Canada and is undergoing aggressive growth. The company aims to become a household name much like its counterpart, Starbucks, with more than 200 Cuppy’s scheduled to open nationwide this year.
Coffee is at the heart of the menu with standard drinks along with lattes, mochas, espressos and iced coffees. They blend smoothies in flavors such as mango breeze, berry delight, Cuppy’s colada and strawberry banana extreme.
Breakfast kicks off with egg, bacon or sausage and cheese croissants, French toast sticks, bagels and cereals. Lunch delves into sandwiches such as ham and cheese, turkey and bacon or roast beef barbecue along with salads and soups.
A kids’ menu focuses on peanut butter and jelly, apple sauce and milk, and a child-friendly section of the restaurant has toys, books, movies and learning laptops. The menu also includes baked goods — cookies, muffins, assorted cakes, cheesecakes, pies and chocolate-covered pretzel sticks.
Prices range from 99 cents for a bagel to between $5.95 and $7.25 for sandwiches.
The Winters will link up with nonprofit and community groups to do fund-raisers with a portable coffee cart. Wi-Fi is available in the restaurant.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Obamacans? Will They Be the Difference in A National Election
Scenario: Obama wins the Democratic nomination for President and John McCain the Republicans.
Question: Can Obama pull enough Republican and Independents to win the White House?
This can very well be the case in a national election. Rumors and reports are starting to sprout up in cyberspace about Republicans jumping ship to help elect a person who they believe will overcome the partisanship on Capitol Hill as in this report out of Deleware, Ohio
DELAWARE, OHIO -- Chatter bounces off the bare walls and checkered linoleum floor as Josh Pedaline and other Barack Obama supporters burn through their call sheets.
A map of Delaware County splays across a tabletop. Another table is laden with cookies, pretzels and other snacks. Volunteers sit elbow to elbow, pecking at cellphones and pitching the Illinois Democrat in advance of Ohio's March 4 primary. The scene is a typical campaign boiler room.
Except that four of the 13 dialing away are lifelong Republicans, including Pedaline, 28, who reveres Ronald Reagan and twice voted for President Bush.
"I am so sick and tired of the partisanship," Pedaline says before starting his night shift at Obama's outpost in this affluent Columbus suburb. "I don't want to be cheesy and say, 'He'll bring us all together.' But he seems like someone willing to listen to a good idea, even if it comes from a Republican."
read the LA Times article here
The Answer: Well more of an opinion. The key to the White House will very much be determined by the VP pick of each candidate. McCain will no doubtedly choose a running mate that will shore up his conservative base amoung Republicans. Probably retrieving those voters who jumped ship in the primaries. Advantage McCain.
Whereas the Obama Team's choice is still in the air. Talks of a Dream Ticket are still floating out there between Obama/Clinton. But what of John Edwards, he has yet to endorse Obama. He may very well be the VP candidate. That is another scenario. But for this post let's assume its Obama/Clinton. That matchup will he a force to reckon with. Advantage Obama
Question: Can Obama pull enough Republican and Independents to win the White House?
This can very well be the case in a national election. Rumors and reports are starting to sprout up in cyberspace about Republicans jumping ship to help elect a person who they believe will overcome the partisanship on Capitol Hill as in this report out of Deleware, Ohio
DELAWARE, OHIO -- Chatter bounces off the bare walls and checkered linoleum floor as Josh Pedaline and other Barack Obama supporters burn through their call sheets.
A map of Delaware County splays across a tabletop. Another table is laden with cookies, pretzels and other snacks. Volunteers sit elbow to elbow, pecking at cellphones and pitching the Illinois Democrat in advance of Ohio's March 4 primary. The scene is a typical campaign boiler room.
Except that four of the 13 dialing away are lifelong Republicans, including Pedaline, 28, who reveres Ronald Reagan and twice voted for President Bush.
"I am so sick and tired of the partisanship," Pedaline says before starting his night shift at Obama's outpost in this affluent Columbus suburb. "I don't want to be cheesy and say, 'He'll bring us all together.' But he seems like someone willing to listen to a good idea, even if it comes from a Republican."
read the LA Times article here
The Answer: Well more of an opinion. The key to the White House will very much be determined by the VP pick of each candidate. McCain will no doubtedly choose a running mate that will shore up his conservative base amoung Republicans. Probably retrieving those voters who jumped ship in the primaries. Advantage McCain.
Whereas the Obama Team's choice is still in the air. Talks of a Dream Ticket are still floating out there between Obama/Clinton. But what of John Edwards, he has yet to endorse Obama. He may very well be the VP candidate. That is another scenario. But for this post let's assume its Obama/Clinton. That matchup will he a force to reckon with. Advantage Obama
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Cuppy’s Coffee, Elite Manufacturing Customer Complaint on Rip-off Was a Mistake Due to Mis-communications
In the world of business, miscommunications can happen. Sometimes leading to reports of scams and ripoffs. Like in the case of a customer of Cuppy's Coffee. The vendor, Elite Manufacturing, had tried unsuccessfully to contact the customer and here is where the miscommunication happened. The customer had posted on sites of the assumed mis-conduct but after learning the truth, diligently made a correction on these sites. Read the report and the correction here. The correction is at the very bottom of the page.
In other news, franchise giant Jack in the Box and other franchises report they stopped using tainted beef in a major recall issued by the USDA. The LA Times reports that the largest beef recall was ordered after learning the cattle were being treated inhumanely. Read more.
In other news, franchise giant Jack in the Box and other franchises report they stopped using tainted beef in a major recall issued by the USDA. The LA Times reports that the largest beef recall was ordered after learning the cattle were being treated inhumanely. Read more.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Commissioners Taking on a Name
Marketing or Just a Bad Choice?
Cuppy’s (the name) throughout the blogosphere is the talk of many aficionados of coffee. Pundits abound the name Cuppy’s has been referred to as childish and kid like to a great marketing strategy to get everyone talking. Even the logo has come under considerable conversation by the bloggers. So the question begs to be asked: What’s in a Name?
Millions of business around the globe take into account the public’s view and/or reception of a supposed name for that company. How will the name reflect the services or product of any given company? Choosing a name can ultimately lead to the success and/or demise of a company along with a few other factors. But when that name is objectionable can the courts and city fathers decide the fate of a company's name?
The question comes to mind from this article about a commissioner wanting to take on a coffee company for the use of its name.
You can read the story in its entirety by clicking on this link.
Cuppy’s (the name) throughout the blogosphere is the talk of many aficionados of coffee. Pundits abound the name Cuppy’s has been referred to as childish and kid like to a great marketing strategy to get everyone talking. Even the logo has come under considerable conversation by the bloggers. So the question begs to be asked: What’s in a Name?
Millions of business around the globe take into account the public’s view and/or reception of a supposed name for that company. How will the name reflect the services or product of any given company? Choosing a name can ultimately lead to the success and/or demise of a company along with a few other factors. But when that name is objectionable can the courts and city fathers decide the fate of a company's name?
The question comes to mind from this article about a commissioner wanting to take on a coffee company for the use of its name.
You can read the story in its entirety by clicking on this link.
Monday, February 18, 2008
Cuppy's Coffee on Keeping Your Baristas
Another coffee house is opening down the block and you’re concerned about the impact that will have on your sales. This is not the time to worry. In fact you should welcome the competition. Americans love having a choice, but also love quality products, quality service and a quality experience. You offer all the above so the competition will be of no long lasting consequence. However you may want to shore up your quality service for good measure. If you recognize that you’ve invested many hours, not to mention money, in training your baristas that offer quality service, you should make every effort to keep your baristas grounded and loyal to you.
A well trained barista is very hard to come by, so your employees look more and more promising to your competition and they may try to recruit them. To avoid the migration of your baristas to the competition, a few simple techniques and people skills may be able to keep your investment rock solid loyal to you.
Take an active approach in connecting with your employees. Here are a couple of key points to be aware of:
· Your team members are people first, employees second
· Start each day off by connecting in a non-work way. Keep it casual. How are you doing? A lot of employees appreciate your interest. How is the team doing? Ask them for their input about the store. You will also gain valuable knowledge about other employees and operations that you may not have been aware of.
· How can I help? Offer to help. When you’re not afraid to get down and dirty, neither will your employees.
· Let them know you want them there and value them as a person. Acknowledgement of this magnitude will build loyalty and dedicated employees
Employees don’t quit jobs, they quit bosses. The secret to keeping good employees is simple, “Treat your baristas as people first and employees second” Jeni Habas, Director of Human Resources at Cuppy’s states.
In the end, keeping the good ones comes down to connecting with your employees on a regular basis. The great news is that this doesn’t cost a dime to keep your baristas continuing to give you and your customers that great quality service.
A well trained barista is very hard to come by, so your employees look more and more promising to your competition and they may try to recruit them. To avoid the migration of your baristas to the competition, a few simple techniques and people skills may be able to keep your investment rock solid loyal to you.
Take an active approach in connecting with your employees. Here are a couple of key points to be aware of:
· Your team members are people first, employees second
· Start each day off by connecting in a non-work way. Keep it casual. How are you doing? A lot of employees appreciate your interest. How is the team doing? Ask them for their input about the store. You will also gain valuable knowledge about other employees and operations that you may not have been aware of.
· How can I help? Offer to help. When you’re not afraid to get down and dirty, neither will your employees.
· Let them know you want them there and value them as a person. Acknowledgement of this magnitude will build loyalty and dedicated employees
Employees don’t quit jobs, they quit bosses. The secret to keeping good employees is simple, “Treat your baristas as people first and employees second” Jeni Habas, Director of Human Resources at Cuppy’s states.
In the end, keeping the good ones comes down to connecting with your employees on a regular basis. The great news is that this doesn’t cost a dime to keep your baristas continuing to give you and your customers that great quality service.
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Cuppy's Coffee/Java Jo'z Spirit Emerges
In 2006 Cuppy’s Coffee was formed and is hoping to capitalize on the thirst of specialty coffee drinkers. Dodging potholes and obstacles along the way Cuppy’s Coffee has won awards for its franchise. Building drive-ups, cafes, and kiosk Cuppy’s approved vendor, Elite Manufacturing is dotting the landscapes with coffee stores across America. Elite Manufacturing works closely with Medina Enterprises and Cuppy’s Coffee to facilitate the entire coffee concept experience.
To some people the confusion with Cuppy’s Coffee and another licensing company is understandable. Assuming the leases, equipment and communications equipment from this licensing company was a complex transaction. Wanting to provide a stable work environment and relying on the knowledge of employees Cuppy’s Coffee also offered position to the staff. Licensees of Java Jo’z in this transaction have no financial or legal association with Cuppy’s Coffee, Elite, or Medina. The distinction between the two companies wasn’t clear by some who had relations with Java Jo’z that was defined in the transaction.
Doug Hibbing, president of Cuppy’s can see why the confusion exists. “We had the same location and phone numbers and a similar logo and this is why they think we are the same
To some people the confusion with Cuppy’s Coffee and another licensing company is understandable. Assuming the leases, equipment and communications equipment from this licensing company was a complex transaction. Wanting to provide a stable work environment and relying on the knowledge of employees Cuppy’s Coffee also offered position to the staff. Licensees of Java Jo’z in this transaction have no financial or legal association with Cuppy’s Coffee, Elite, or Medina. The distinction between the two companies wasn’t clear by some who had relations with Java Jo’z that was defined in the transaction.
Doug Hibbing, president of Cuppy’s can see why the confusion exists. “We had the same location and phone numbers and a similar logo and this is why they think we are the same
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Morg Morgan and Medina Enterprises Poised to Go to the Next Level
Medina Management and CEO Robert Morgan are making a bold move into the franchising community. Working with other franchises like Planet Wings, San Gelato Cafe, IDME and others, Robert 'Morg' Morgan plans to take these companies to the next level. The success of the Cuppy's Coffee business format has laid the ground work for these companies to succeed in their push for national exposure.
Other companies like YUM Foods have successfully incorporated several companies under their umbrella. Medina Management is poised to do the same for the companies listed above and many more.
I look for Medina Management to break onto the investor's radar sometime in 2008.
Other companies like YUM Foods have successfully incorporated several companies under their umbrella. Medina Management is poised to do the same for the companies listed above and many more.
I look for Medina Management to break onto the investor's radar sometime in 2008.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Cuppy's Coffee on the Move
Starbucks may be closing stores and cutting back on new store openings, but Cuppy's Coffee looks to me to be making a move. If you've been keeping up, Cuppy's Coffee stores are opening at a fast pace around the country. So far I've noticed these locations:
- Mechanicsburg PA
- Oceanside CA
- Temple TX
- Edinburg TX
- Longmont CO
- Kennesaw GA
- Tucson AZ
And that is all within the last 2 months. Do the math, that's 3.5 stores a month. At this pace look for Cuppy's Coffee to come onto the radar of many an entrepreneur and investor looking to secure their futures.
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