11. Grand Opening Prep with Jonathan of Coffee Republic

Welcome to "The Coffee Experts Club," where your hosts Aaron, Ben, and Drew take you on a caffeinated journey through the world of coffee. In this episode, they sit down with Jonathan Maiers, the mastermind behind Coffee Republic, a coffee venture that's making waves in Montana. The trio discusses the unique setup of Coffee Republic, the grand opening deals that have been turning heads, and the distinct coffee culture in Great Falls, Montana. With years of coffee industry experience, they explore the challenges and opportunities of bringing a new wave of drive-thru coffee culture to the region. Join them for insights into the coffee business, the importance of finding the right vendors, and the unexpected hurdles they encounter along the way. "The Coffee Experts Club" is your source for all things coffee, where passionate baristas and coffee enthusiasts share their expertise and love for the brew. So grab your favorite coffee mug and tune in for an engaging conversation about coffee, culture, and community. Minute by Minute: 0:00 Introduction and Welcome Jonathan Maiers 2:42 Grand opening week of deals! 3:43 Blessed with great baristas 4:42 Competitors from the area 7:28 Grand Opening crew 8:15 Oh crap the milk isn't coming 10:01 The joy of being a smaller business 12:27 franchisee vs private owned aspirations 17:57 Finding employees for the new shop 20:46 Small town connections   Become a Coffee Expert! Go here for some of our BEST content on opening your next Location, FOR FREE.   Connect with The Coffee Experts Club! Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/thecoffeeexpertsclub    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoffeeexpertsclub