Well, I don't profess to be an expert on entrepreneurship, but there are plenty of resources out there. Here's one for example, the Coffee Fest Trade Show. The next one will be in New Orleans, June 24, 2000. Here's some of the topics they'll cover:
The Regions Of Costa Rican Coffee by speaker Carlos Alfaro of Cafe de Costa Rica. Achieving and Sustaining Success In The Specialty Coffee Business by Bruce Milletto of the Bellissimo Coffee Info Group. This class will discuss the factors and actions necessary in building a successful, profitable specialty coffee business, once your doors have opened for business. Topics discussed in detail will include: the importance of producing a quality product, merchandising and marketing, managing employees, controlling food cost, labor expenses, and measuring profitability.
Designing Your Coffee House by Tom Palm of Design & Layout Services. "If you are thinking about opening a coffeehouse, this presentation is for you. This segment will cover topics including, floor plan design, foodservice equipment specification, plumbing and electrical plans, custom cabinetry construction, health and building codes. This class will also cover key issues an owner faces once a location is found all the way through the construction buildout. This session will walk you through a sample coffeehouse project from floor plan design to equipment installation, focusing on staying on time and on budget."
Drive Thru Espresso Bars by Mal Montoya of Java Espresso Concepts. "A relatively new and growing distribution channel for specialty coffee is making its presece known: espresso drive-thru's. Expnading by leaps and bounds, espresso drive-thru's are changing the landscape of the Specialty Coffee Industry. Come learn about this exciting business opportunity."
Barista Techniques of the Espresso Professional by David Morris & Christopher Heyer of Dillano's Coffee
Resources you need to Start a Specialty Coffee Business by Don Holly of Specialty Coffee Association of America. "You've decided to plunge into the specialty coffee business. But where doyou start? A business plan is the first step. It's easy to take short cuts and makeassumptions but the best laid plans are well researched and realistic. Renae Jensen and Stacie Stringfellow of the Specialty Coffee Association of America will guide you through the planning process and lead you to the best sources for information on specialty coffee retailing. Industry research, vendor selection, and using professional services are just a few topics that will be covered. We'll show you how to save time and money by planning for success."
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