Step 1: Set a Vision
- Vision statement, mission statement
- Set goals/ define timelines
- Long-term goals…. What do we want this to become?
- Define a Name: True Adventure Coffee
- Define a Menu/Services/
Merchandise, Etc.- Visualize the desired outcome, to be able to work backwards.
- Research and learn
- Business Viability
- What is the initial investment?
- What is the ROI?
- What are the expected profits?
- What products are the most/least profitable?
- How much do we need to sell?
Step 2: Groundwork
- Determine Necessary Equipment/Supplies
- Cost Estimates, Business Plan, Determine/Obtain Funding
- Get Bus, Rework, Set up work area
- Legalities
- Establish LLC
- Health Department Permits
- Selling Restrictions?
- Food truck permits?
Step 3: Prepare
- Logo
- Website
- Social Media
- Data Collection/Reporting/Key Metrics
- Research/Define Venues
- Obtain Equipment
- Credit Card System
- Barista Training
Step 4: Initialize
- Contact/Coordinate Suppliers
- Marketing, Social Media
- Schedule of Events
- Purchase Supplies/Materials
Step 5: Go
- Book Event
- Stock Bus