Rainbow Cone Set to Make Its Sweet Debut in Central Florida

The first location will open in Orlando in the fall of 2024 at 461 North Alafaya Trail in the Waterford Lakes Town Center.

Krueger brings with her an extensive professional background in business operations and team management, having previously served as an executive assistant and human resources manager for a team of more than 1,500 employees. Motivated to gain independence and bring happiness to others, she decided to embark on a new business venture as an entrepreneur. Together with her partner, Nguyen, she discovered Rainbow Cone, drawn to its colorful branding and sweet slogan: “Life’s too short for just one flavor.”

Living in Wisconsin, Krueger often enjoyed Rainbow Cone during her visits to Chicago, and the idea of bringing this beloved ice cream brand to new communities resonated with her. Combining her passion for quality and customer satisfaction with a brand that has brought joy to countless Chicagoans for nearly a century, she looks forward to introducing the iconic ice cream shop to the Orlando area.

“Moving to a new country often feels like starting from scratch, but it taught me resilience and the importance of following my dreams,” said Krueger, who moved to the United States from China in 2006. “When I discovered Rainbow Cone, I fell in love with the vibrant colors and unique flavors. The brand’s history and menu perfectly align with my vision to bring happiness to others, and I’m lucky to be able to introduce the brand to a community where I have friends and family.

I look forward to building a legacy in Orlando. I also hope my story inspires others to pursue their passions, no matter the obstacles.”

“We are thrilled to partner with Candy and Tom,” said Joe Buonavolanto III, Executive Vice President of The Buona Companies, the parent company of Rainbow Cone. "We’re looking forward to watching her pour her infectious positivity into this new location in South Florida.”

Rainbow Cone is home to the beloved one-of-a-kind sliced creation comprised of stacked slices of chocolate, strawberry, Palmer House (vanilla with cherries and walnuts), pistachio, and orange sherbet. The Orlando location will also feature a variety of additional ice cream flavors, sundaes, ice cream cakes, mini donuts and more.