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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2025 · 35 MIN

Bringing an Elevated Coffee and Hospitality Experience to Every Event with Blake Ottomeyer of Bean Sprout Coffee Co.

from The Business of Whats Next · host Blake Ottomeyer

When you think of coffee at an event, you might picture a standard catering setup—functional, but forgettable. Bean Sprout Coffee Co. is changing that.Founded by Blake Ottomeyer, Bean Sprout Coffee isn’t just about serving espresso; it’s about crafting a hospitality-driven experience that leaves a lasting impression. What started as a pivot from a brick-and-mortar café idea has now become a growing mobile coffee business that partners with local roasters and prioritizes guest engagement over transactions.In this episode, we dive into:✅ How Blake turned a café dream into a mobile business with multiple carts✅ Why customer experience—not just coffee quality—defines success in event services✅ How Bean Sprout Coffee thrives on referrals and word-of-mouth marketing✅ The biggest logistical challenges of mobile coffee service (and how they solve them)✅ What it takes to build a team that shares a passion for service and hospitality Bean Sprout CoffeeLinkedInFacebookInstagram Sponsors and Affilates: Bluebird HardwaterCAGLawAnchor My Business    Connect with the HostMatthew ShippBe a GuestLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewshipp/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewjshipp/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emberisolutionsEmberi Solutions: https://emberisolutions.com/Buy me a coffee ☕ https://buymeacoffee.com/mattshipp

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Blake Ottomeyer, founder of Bean Sprout Coffee Co., a mobile espresso and cocktail coffee cart service talks about redefining coffee and hospitality at events. From corporate gatherings to weddings, Blake has found a way to blend exceptional coffee, meaningful customer interactions, and seamless service to create something truly special. But how did he turn a single coffee cart into a growing business with multiple event bookings in three short years? Tune in to hear the lessons, challenges, and insights behind his journey.

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