Don Eckles is a person in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2018. 361 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Don Eckles co-founded Scooter's Coffee in 1998 with his wife Linda [[2024-09-25]] * Don Eckles and his wife Linda started Scooter's Coffee with a $40,000 loan from friends and family [[2026-04-28]] * Scooter's Coffee has grown into a drive-thru franchise empire valued at $1 billion with 912 locations across 32 states [[2026-04-28]] * The company's franchise model is highly profitable, with an estimated 62.5% net margin for the holding company [[2026-04-28]] * Scooter's Coffee operates through compact kiosk and endcap models and has a strong unit-level performance [[2026-01-30]] * Don Eckles' company, Scooter's Coffee, has over 800 locations in 30 states and is striving to become the #1 drive-thru specialty coffee franchise system in the nation [[2024-09-25]] * Scooter's Coffee is committed to its core values of Integrity, Love, Humility, and Courage [[2024-09-05]]
Scooter’s Coffee ranks in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500, recognized for its outstanding performance in unit growth, financial strength, and brand power.
Scooter’s Coffee marks the opening of its first location in Schuyler, Nebraska, with a grand opening event and rewards for customers.
Scooter’s Coffee opened a new location in Worthington, Minnesota, and will be hosting a grand opening event.
Scooter's Coffee opens its first location in Tennessee, offering a grand opening event and mobile app promotions.
Scooter’s Coffee opened its 13th location in Texas, marking the brand’s continued expansion in the state.
Scooter’s Coffee opens a new coffeehouse and drive-thru location in Omaha, Nebraska, featuring a beautiful interior and outdoor patio.
Scooter's Coffee opens its first location in Wayne, NE, and donates 100% of proceeds to Nebraska-based TeamMates Mentoring on January 22.
Scooter's Coffee opens its first location in Gainesville, FL, marking the sixth location in the state of Florida.
Scooter's Coffee opens its 300th store in Oklahoma City, targeting 1,000 locations by 2024 and celebrating with a grand opening event and special promotions.
Scooter's Coffee opens a new location in Ankeny, Iowa, offering a grand opening promotion with loyalty rewards.
Scooter's Coffee marks opening of first location in Fort Scott, KS, with day of giving and 100% of grand opening proceeds donated to YouCanFreeUs Foundation.
Scooter’s Coffee is opening a new location in Colorado Springs, hosting a Grand Opening Week with special offers for customers.
Scooter’s Coffee opens a new location in Seward, NE, marking the 112th location in the state of Nebraska, with a grand opening on December 11.
Scooter’s Coffee opens its first location in Minnesota at 406 South State Street in Fairmont, celebrating with a grand opening on December 11.
Scooter's Coffee partners with Fareway to offer its coffee products in 124 store locations across six states, expanding its reach and convenience.
Scooter's Coffee opens a new location in the OKC area, celebrating with a grand opening and offering customers 50 bonus smiles for loyalty app usage.
Scooter's Coffee opens its first location in Vermillion, SD, celebrating with a grand opening week and various promotions.
Scooter’s Coffee opened a new location in Sikeston, Missouri, with a grand opening celebration and a drive-thru coffee location.
Scooter's Coffee is growing again in Tennessee, with a new location opening to meet the demand for artisan espresso drinks and coffee.
Scooter's Coffee is continuing its expansion in Florida with a new location in Palatka.
Scooter's Coffee earns a spot on the Inc. 5000 list for the third year, recognizing its sustained growth and stability in a year marked by economic uncertainty.
Scooter’s Coffee has been named to Entrepreneur’s Top Food Franchises List, ranking among the top 200 food franchises in the country.
Scooter’s Coffee opens a new location in South Sioux City, Nebraska, with a grand opening celebration on October 9.
Scooter's Coffee opened a new location in Midwest City, Oklahoma, with a grand opening celebration from September 30 to October 2.