Franchising

Scooter's Coffee surpasses 300 units

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February 10, 2021

Nebraska-based Scooter's Coffee continued its upward trend in 2020 by opening 43 stores and reaching its 300th unit.

"We're thrilled with the growth we've seen in the past few years and hitting a milestone like 300 stores is a great reminder of what the brand has accomplished," VP of Franchise Sales Tim Arpin said in a company press release. "We have always built our brand around amazing coffee as well as the amazing people who truly make Scooter's Coffee what it is. It's been that commitment from franchisees, both long-term and newer, that has allowed us to expand our footprint."

More than 140 stores will open by year's end, and the brand's long-term goal is to hit the 1,000-store milestone by 2024.

"We wouldn't set such ambitious goals for growth if we didn't see proof of the model's success and sustainability," said Arpin. "The past year threw so many challenges everyone's way, especially in the foodservice industry. But our ability to pivot effectively and continue growing throughout the Midwest and beyond has truly excited our existing franchisees and prospective franchisees about what is possible going forward."

There are now 310 Scooter's Coffee locations, and roughly 90% of those are owned by franchisees. Plans for future growth include target markets stretching from the Ohio Valley down to Florida and as far West as Utah, Nevada and Arizona.

It is clear that the 550-square-foot, drive-thru kiosk model has proven itself effective and viable, Arpin said.

Founded in 1998 by Don and Linda Eckles, Scooter's has locations in18 states.