New Business Consulting Services

Opening a new specialty coffee business? Our team of talented professionals can help you achieve your coffee dream, from concept to opening day and beyond.

We believe that when it comes to building your coffee business, one size does not fit all. This is why we offer the widest range of services in business plan writing, cafe design, menu and beverage development, equipment selection, marketing strategy, barista training and coffee roasting. Choose from comprehensive packages, a la cart options or hourly consulting rates to suit your budget and business needs.

As always with Bellissimo Coffee Advisors, education is just the beginning. With us, you're not just getting our knowledge, you're getting our people—expert consultants with years of experience who will listen to your needs and work closely with you and your staff every step of the way.

Call us at 800-655-3955 for a personal evaluation of your needs.

The American Barista & Coffee School (ABC's)

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ABC's is Bellissimo's flagship program for the new coffee business entrepreneur. ABC's workshops are designed to give you or your staff the information and training needed to succeed in today's highly competitive retail specialty coffee market. Workshop sessions include lectures and demonstrations followed by hands-on practice. Our small workshop sizes insure a personalized experience led by coffee business professionals who have owned and operated successful retail coffee operations.

From Concept Development to Opening Day

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The packages and services described below are specifically designed for the savvy specialty coffee entrepreneur, who instead of needing the full scope of many of Bellissimo’s consulting services, often just needs a good resource and adequate guidance to succeed. To this end, we have optimized and streamlined certain services to fit the needs of today’s single-store entrepreneur.

If you need more specialized help, or are opening your business outside the United States, contact us for custom packages. Please call 800.655.3955 and get a quote from one of our experts.

Concept Presentation Plan & Financial Plan Package

$1800

Financial Evaluation Plan

Service includes a introductory phone conversation, questionnaires for both plans, edit ready concept presentation plan content in Microsoft Word, and full financial plan, including estimated startup costs, estimated labor costs, sales assumptions and profit and loss projections. One hour of phone consultation during service is included; additional time billed at discounted hourly rate.

The following information will be provided:
1. Estimated start-up costs (based upon your menu, concept, & location)

2. Estimated operational performance

Presentation Business Plan: This beautiful and comprehensive business plan will include an executive summary, description of the business, product descriptions, location, company principles, additional expertise, target market analysis, related competition, marketing techniques, and menu specifications. Service includes related phone consultation. One hour of phone consultation during service is included. Client will receive plan in an editable Word doc.


Plans available separately for $1000 each. Call for more information.

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Bellissimo New Business Startup Package

$3800

We are hear to help you with all aspects of opening your retail coffee business, and have created an affordable package of services for those who want guidance on how to best succeed. This package is a comprehensive approach to utilizing our services, without breaking the bank. It is also the perfect accompaniment to our 5 Day Business and Barista Training Class.

Includes all four start-up services: Concept Presentation Plan, Financial Plan, Cafe Design Review, Menu Development Package and Beverage Guides, and Equipment, Small Wares and Vendor Selection Consulting.

Custom packages also available, feel free to call us. 

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Cafe Design Review

$750

Service includes a review of you and your architect’s existing store design—focusing on optimal placement of all fixtures and equipment, making sure nothing has been forgotten. We will examine workflow to obtain optimal efficiency and how to maximize sales and save valuable labor dollars. Service includes up to six hours of review and phone time with a Bellissimo consultant during service, and written follow up.

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Menu Development Package and Beverage Guides

$650

(Full Menu Development service package: $1490)

Service includes a fully editable example menu with pricing. Service also includes example beverage and drink recipe guides for coffee and espresso drinks, frozen beverages, non-coffee hot and cold beverages and an example food menu, if applicable to your concept. One hour of phone consultation/support is included during service.

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Equipment, Small-Wares and Vendor Selection

$950

(Full equipment, small wares and vendors package: $1855)

Service includes a 30-minute introductory phone consultation to determine a plan and scope of equipment and consumable product needs, geographic location, and price range desired. We will discuss and send written outlines of how to “get to know” your equipment dealers, what to look for in equipment selection, how to choose an espresso machine and other coffee equipment. Includes a list of typical coffee bar equipment and small wares as well as vendor contact information for a wide variety of vendors in each category. One hour of phone consultation/support is included during service.

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Hourly Consultation - 8 hrs

$1200

$150/hour 8 Hour minimum

Whether you have a new or existing operation, retain a consultant as an expert resource while you are setting up your business, or taking it to the next level. When you are unsure, or would like an unbiased opinion, having a qualified consultant in your corner could prevent you from making costly or fatal mistakes. Consulting can be done over the phone, via email, etc.

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On Site Store Opening & Training

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$1500/day + Travel Expenses

Reduce the anxiety related to opening your new specialty coffee business with help from an expert consultant. We will help you tie up all the loose ends prior to opening, and then assist you through your opening day. We will train your staff how to prepare award-winning beverages. We will also help you formulate a game plan for your first months of business to ensure you get started properly. We will help with strategic marketing concepts, and the set up of operation systems that will save you hundreds of dollars over time. Travel days if applicable will be billed at $700/day.

On-Site Barista Training

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$1250/day + Travel Expenses

Your reputation depends on consistent quality. A highly trained staff producing superior drinks is critical to the overall success of your coffee business, and will set you apart from your competition. A properly trained barista will lead to increased customer satisfaction, increased sales and ultimately save you money. Our expert trainers will come to your shop to teach the technical skills necessary to make perfect coffee and espresso beverages. On-Site training can vary from two to five days. Travel days if applicable will be billed at $700/day.

On-Site Store Evaluation and Optimization

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$1500/day + Travel Expenses

Customized review of menu and pricing, monthly sales, profit and loss statements, labor and employee scheduling, inventory, purchases and ordering systems for consumable products, rent factor, hard expenses and an overall evaluation of store. Marketing strategies, promotions, and sales growth will be a focus. Travel days if applicable will be billed at $700/day.

Additional Services

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Full Interior Design Package giving you drawings of your conceived floor plan including materials and lighting suggestions. Floor plan includes items needed to furnish a coffeehouse and a list of suggested items and budget.

Project Design and Drawings Package provides you with a two- phase custom store design for your selected location and concept. Detailing ergonomic floor plans, including all equipment and permanent fixtures along with the nitty-gritty of electrical and voltage stub ins, plumbing and water supply stub ins, and cabinet elevations

Logo Development Package supplies you with a professional, one off, bespoke logo that provides you with a powerful branding tool that gives your business a life and personality all its own.

Coffee Roasting Consulting Package allows you access to some of the most extensive coffee roasting knowledge we can provide. Working closely with specialty coffee roasters who have been roasting coffee for years, you'll be provided with the extensive knowledge you need to launch your own roasting operation.

  • "Wow! The workshop I took at ABC's blew my mind. When I arrived, I didn't know what to expect. I was already a coffee lover, but as the workshop went on, I fell more deeply in love. I learned the importance of technique and that every drink I make must be perfect. ABC's demands excellence from its attendees and stresses the all important saying, "Success is in the details."

    - Branden M. | | Milton PA

  • "Before attending ABC's, I couldn't even tell you what a Barista was. I've been in the service industry my whole life, so I feel confident I'll be able to serve and anticipate my customer's needs and make them happy so that they will want to return. Coffee is going to be a huge part of our business, so just being in Portland really opened my eyes to the size of this industry. ABC's really goes above and beyond, giving people the tools and knowledge they need to go home with the confidence to succeed. It's all about quality, and that's personally what we are looking for in our business. We want to have the best coffee in town, and I feel now with the help of ABC's, we will."

    - Steven T. | | Pensacola FL

  • "The ABC's workshop I attended was amazing. For someone who knows little about coffee and the coffee business, ABC's, in a short amount of time, gives you all the tools and knowledge of the trade...plus more. If you also want to see the heart of Portland, Oregon, I recommend this workshop as well."

    - Chad B. | | Virginia Beach, VA

  • "Wow! Who knew there was so much to know about coffee? Coming in as a green bean, not really knowing much about coffee, I was blown away by the vastness that is the coffee industry. I learned so much. I now consider myself a light-medium roast bean, and I look forward to continuing my education on coffee and becoming…a French roast! ABC’s gives you a vast amount of information, imparted by highly skilled instructors, accompanied by a sense of professionalism and completeness."

    - Petra B. | | Inglewood, CA

  • "As an existing business owner this course gave me specific places to improve my business.  I feel that I now have the skills and foundation to serve high quality coffee in my shop, as well as train my employees to be able to maximize our customer satisfaction."

    - Maggie D. | | Ft Collins, CO

  • "I had a great experience in the ABC's workshop. The instructors were extremely knowledgeable about their craft, and all of the questions I asked them were answered to the best of their ability, with an unbiased opinion. The equipment available for use was top-notch and well maintained. The Milletto’s also treated us to lunch everyday at some of Portland’s top restaurants."

    - Eric M. | | Egg Harbor Township, NJ