Cuppy's Coffee Real Estate Ties Record For Signed Leases

Franchisees realize that their dreams are closer to fruition when they find that perfect location. Searching for square footage to open their coffee stores seems like a daunting task in futility sometimes. But with the help and assistance, not to mention diligence, of Cuppy's Coffee real estate specialist, that road is easier to travel.

Realtors, brokers and developers are constantly looking for those tenants that bring a certain atmosphere to their centers and shopping malls. Many are starting to realize that Cuppy's Coffee franchisees meet that criteria. This outlook and attitude is opening a lot of doors for perspective Cuppy's franchise in assisting them in finding that suitable location. That fit between developers and Cuppy's franchisees is one factor to why Cuppy's Coffee real estate department tied its record of 12 signed leases in a single month. That averages out to 3 signed leases a week.

"Our commitment to our franchisees and the overall goal of getting them open in A or A+ locations is what drives our real estate department to aggressively find, analyze and eventually approve locations that we feel are a perfect fit for both our franchisees and the Cuppy's Coffee brand." Trinetti McDonald, Director of Real Estate states.

To put this in perspective Cuppy's Coffee has seen a 67% increase in signed leases versus the same quarter figures in 2007. In the same quarter last year, Cuppy's signed a total of 15 leases. The 2008 1st quarter data reveals 25 signed leases.

"Our goal is to sign a lease every day of the week. If we meet that goal, we will be on track to bringing the Cuppy's Coffee brand into the national radar." McDonald states.

Cuppy's Coffee, Smoothies & More is a specialty coffee and smoothie franchise, located in Fort Walton Beach, FL.

Granbury TX Set to Open Cuppy's Coffee

Folks in Granbury, TX will soon be able to experience a true Italian espresso when Cuppy's Coffee, Smoothies & More opens later this year. Franchisees have signed a lease moving them into the next phase of planning and construction.

Look for the Grand Opening announcement later on this year.

To learn more on how you can become a Cuppy's Coffee owner, visit our website at www.cuppys.com

Cuppy's Coffee: Easy No-Cost Marketing Tips For Your Store

These are fantastic ideas for your location that is just getting started or to help improve sales. The good thing about them is that these tips also work! Choose two out of the five and move forward on them this week. Once you begin to see that in fact these promotional ideas can bring you business your momentum will build and drive you to pick two more.

1. Network at events. Go to Chamber of Commerce meetings, Local business group meetings, and other organizational meetings that will be attracting your "ideal" client. Gather business cards. Get as many as you can and then begin to phone and email to follow up. Do this immediately while you are still fresh in their mind. If they cannot use your services, ask them if they know of someone who can and get their contact information.

2. Attend public meetings. At every public meeting, make a commitment to say something that could be useful to those that are attending. This is a great way to not only share you knowledge and help others, but it also puts you in the eye of those who could use your services.

3. Create a "useful" handout. (Check with the Cuppy's Coffee marketing department on your idea, first) A handout that when given to a recipient they keep because it has value. Make sure that you include your name, phone number, email address, website information and your 30 second commercial that tells the recipient about your location and services.

4. Create joint-ventures. Find colleagues and business associates whose business compliments yours and do joint promotions.Who could you partner with? A bakery, an independent coffee store, the local businesses around your store? The list goes on and on.

5. Write letters to editors of local newspapers and business publications. Make them interesting and newsworthy. You'll be surprised at how often a good letter will get printed. Do not forget to include your contact information and website address.

By committing to one of these items on a weekly basis within one month you will see your business gain recognition and business. You can get the word out there without spending hundreds of dollars.

Cuppy's Coffee Opening in Athens TN

Nestled at the base of the Smoky Mountain Range, Athens TN will be home to one of the nation's fastest growing coffee stores,Cuppy's Coffee, Smoothies & More. Franchisees are attending required training at the corporate office wher they will learn the nuances of espresso recipes, operational procedures and to learn the business of specialty coffee.

Grand Opening events are being schedule for the location to be held at 2037 South Congress Parkway.

Join our growing company. Learn more at www.cuppys.com

Cuppy's Coffee Coming to Westchester County

Jefferson Valley Mall in Yorktown Heights, NY will be home to a new Cuppy's Coffee, Smoothies & More kiosk. Franchisees there recently signed a lease to bring the growing franchise into the Westchester County area.

Cuppy's Coffee serves true Italian specialty coffee drinks, smoothies and a host of other products and pastries. Planning and construction will be the next phase in this location getting open to the public.

To learn more about Cuppy's Coffee, visit our website at www.cuppys.com

Cuppy's Coffee in The News

People are noticing. Cuppy's Coffee, Smoothies & More is moving towards opening more locations across the US. This article in the GreenvilleOnline.com tells the story of one such opening in South Carolina.

Simpsonville got an extra shot of espresso last June when Steve Parker opened Cuppy's Coffee, Smoothies & More in front of Big Lots on Woodruff Road. Read the entire article...

All Roads Will Soon Lead To Cuppy's Coffee: Normal IL

Where Interstates 75, 39 and 55 all merge, Cuppy's Coffee will be there to serve up a true Italian espresso to commuters and travelers alike. Franchisees in Normal IL have signed a lease to open a Cuppy's Coffee restaurant.

Look for the new Cuppy's Coffee to open soon.

Cuppy's Coffee Real Estate on a Mission

The process of opening your store is a very in-depth and carefully orchestrated strategy developed by Cuppy's Coffee to ascertain the data you need in finding that perfect location. This stage of the project can be the most time consuming and frustrating part of the process, but with the assistance of our trained specialists, we are dedicated to making this process a little less stressful.

When you become a Cuppy's Coffee franchisee, you will work along side an expert in the real estate field who specializes in locating, analyzing and researching A and A+ locations within your specific geographic area. Your specialist is a liaison between you and your landlord, helping you to find, negotiate and secure that prime location.

One key factor in the success of your Cuppy's store is the location. When you become a franchisee you will work one-on-one with specialists who know the real estate market. Most franchisors leave it up to you, and you alone, to find and negotiate your location. Cuppy's prides itself on providing you access to locations and real estate professionals who are dedicated to your overall success.

Working side by side with your specialist, you will have the comfort knowing she is communicating with top local brokers as well as the giants in the real estate development industry. These developers, such as General Growth Properties, Cafaro, Taubman and Simon, give you access to major locations and luxurious shopping centers throughout the United States.

To better understand what your real estate specialist can do for you, you must first understand the different models available to you, as well as their functions and descriptions.

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