Event-based coffee cart business that can be packaged as a business-in-a-box for at-risk operators
Operate a coffee cart at events, using ice and reusable supplies kept in storage between events. The concept can be adapted for people such as divorced mothers or disabled veterans.
physical BOTH Service / Consulting / Agency
From Chris Koerner on The Koerner Office Podcast — The Simplest Business in a Box Anyone Can Start at 00:32
Problem: Provides event refreshments through a low-cost, portable business model with limited risk if an event performs poorly.
For: Event attendees who want coffee and related refreshments; potential operators include divorced mothers or disabled veterans.
Examples
- A two-day event: $8,000 net profit.
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