OMAHA, Neb. – (September 2023) – Scooter’s Coffee, LLC, Midwest-based drive-thru coffee franchise, continues its expansion throughout the United States by opening seven (7) new locations in Monmouth County, New Jersey. These franchises will be the first Scooter’s Coffee locations not only in New Jersey but in the Northeastern U.S., allowing the company to bring its world-class drive-thru coffee to more caffeine-lovers.
The expansion is the result of a franchise agreement signed by Bill Thomas and his wife, Nicole Toscanini-Thomas. Recently retired from his career as a consultant, Bill began thinking about what was next for him. He had investigated franchising opportunities in the past but found that the shoe didn’t quite fit. When he discovered Scooter’s, Bill was intrigued by the company’s focus on high-quality drinks, delivered through a unique drive-thru kiosk, “It’s a new and exciting concept that isn’t something we have in this area,” he said.
Originally, Scooter’s Coffee offered them territories in Florida, but when New Jersey became available, Bill and Nicole knew it was the right move for them. Bill has lived in Monmouth County for more than 40 years and Nicole has lived here her entire life. “It’s an honor to bring the first Scooter’s Coffee franchise to our home state. We are looking forward to building a family business where we can offer delicious products to our neighbors and exciting career opportunities to the people in our community”, Bill said.
Scooter’s Coffee, based in Omaha, specializes in artisan espresso drinks, fruit smoothies, baked-from-scratch pastries, and features its signature drink, the Caramelicious. The company also recently added depth to its profile with a line of organic hot and iced teas, single-origin coffee, and Cold Brew & Cream.
According to the latest market trends compiled by the National Coffee Association, 60% of Americans drank coffee in the past day and 28% of people purchased coffee at a coffee shop or restaurant in the past day — a number that’s almost back to pre-pandemic levels. The drive-thru coffee model has always been popular in our fast-paced society but boomed during the pandemic, giving customers a way to get a delicious beverage while staying socially distant. Scooter’s Coffee kiosks, with the Brand Promise of “Amazing People, Amazing Drinks… Amazingly Fast!®,” are helping Americans stay caffeinated and safe while providing high-quality products with a smile.
Bill and Nicole are actively looking for the first of seven planned locations with the help of Curtis Nassau, Executive Vice President with RIPCO Real Estate. “With +650 existing locations, we are very excited about rolling out Scotter’s in NJ, we believe there will be numerous site opportunities for them, especially since their building is under 700 square feet.” Curtis said.
“New Jersey shows great promise as a market for Scooter’s Coffee,” says. Matt Sawicki, Scooter’s Coffee’s Senior Director of Franchise Development. “We know it’s only a matter of time before we expand not only throughout New Jersey, but across the Northeast.”
About Scooter’s Coffee
With 650 stores operating across 29 states and commitments to open more, Scooter’s Coffee® is in the midst of a strategic growth phase across the nation. The U.S. coffee market is an estimated $48 billion industry, and with a 664-foot proven kiosk model, Scooter’s Coffee is striving to become the No. 1 drive-thru coffee franchise in the nation.
Founded in 1998 by Don and Linda Eckles in Bellevue, Nebraska, Scooter’s Coffee roasts only the finest coffee beans in the world at its headquarters in Omaha. In more than two decades of business, Scooter’s Coffee’s success is simple: Stay committed to the original business principles and company core values. The Scooter’s Coffee Brand Promise, often recited to franchisees, customers and employees is: “Amazing People, Amazing Drinks… Amazingly Fast!®.” It represents the company’s business origins from 1998 and reflects a steady commitment to providing an unforgettable experience to loyal and new customers.
For more information, visit scooterscoffee.com, Scooter’s Coffee Facebook page, ownascooters.com, or call 877-494-7004.
