Scooter’s Coffee Recognized for Its Remarkable Growth
Scooter’s Coffee was recognized for its remarkable growth, opening 155 new locations last year and expecting to open its 700th store this fall.
· Franchising.com· October 13, 2023
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Don Eckles — page 3
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 Climbs Top 400 Franchise List
Scooter’s Coffee climbs to #173 on the 2023 Franchise Times Top 400 List, a 51-spot increase from last year’s ranking.
· Franchising.com· October 6, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee® Unveils All-New Dollar Delights Menu
Scooter’s Coffee unveils its first-ever Dollar Delights Menu, featuring grab-and-go items for $1 each, including Mini Donuts and Brewed Coffee.
· Franchising.com· October 2, 2023
700th Scooter’s Coffee® Drive-Thru Opens in Elkhart, Indiana
Scooter's Coffee opens 700th drive-thru location in Elkhart, Indiana, offering buy one drink to get one free promotion.
· Franchising.com· September 28, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee® Courage Cookies Are Back to Support the Pink Agenda and Lifesaving Breast Cancer Research
Scooter’s Coffee offers its popular Courage Cookie to support The Pink Agenda and lifesaving breast cancer research, with a portion of proceeds donated to the nonprofit.
· Franchising.com· September 27, 2023
1 Million Cups Served by End of September
Scooter’s Coffee serves over 1 million cups of free fresh-brewed coffee in September, anticipating a milestone in its customer appreciation efforts.
· Franchising.com· September 25, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Expands into New Jersey
Scooter’s Coffee expands into New Jersey with seven new locations, marking its first presence in the Garden State and the Northeastern U.S.
· Franchising.com· September 22, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Continues Growing in Alabama and Tennessee
Scooter's Coffee expanded into northeastern Alabama and central Tennessee with four new franchise agreements.
· Franchising.com· September 22, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Continues Growing in Indiana
Scooter’s Coffee continues growing in Indiana with a 10-unit franchise agreement signed by John Wilson and Mark Holtkamp, expanding its presence in Northwest Indiana.
· Franchising.com· September 15, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Continues Growing in Idaho
Scooter's Coffee expands in Idaho with eight-unit franchise agreement signed by Bill Dworak and family.
· Franchising.com· September 13, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Continues Growing in North Carolina
Scooter's Coffee has signed a two-unit franchise agreement with Binit Patel and Jaiminkumar "Jaimin" Patel to expand into North Carolina.
· Franchising.com· September 11, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee® Presents $58,960 Donation to Wounded Warriors Family Support to Help Combat-Wounded Veterans and Their Families
Between Aug. 2-11, and in connection with Purple Heart Day on Aug.
· Franchising.com· September 11, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Continues Growing in Nebraska
Scooter’s Coffee has signed a franchise agreement to bring its drive-thru coffee locations to Cozad, Nebraska, expanding its presence in the state.
· Franchising.com· September 8, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Continues Growing in Mississippi
Scooter's Coffee continues growing in Mississippi, signing multi-unit agreement with lifelong residents Brandon and Chelsea Hannah.
· Franchising.com· September 8, 2023
Teachers to Enjoy Free Drink on September 6 for the Scooter’s Coffee® Teacher Appreciation Day
Scooter's Coffee offers free drinks to teachers on September 6.
· Franchising.com· September 5, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee® Announces Winner of National Dog Day Dogfluencer Contest
Scooter’s Coffee teams up with local animal shelters to support pet adoptions and holds a Dogfluencer contest.
· Franchising.com· September 1, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Again Recognized as One of the Nation’s Fastest Growing Companies
Scooter’s Coffee has been recognized as one of the nation’s fastest-growing companies for the fourth time by Inc. magazine.
· Franchising.com· August 30, 2023
September is Scooter’s Coffee® Month!
Scooter's Coffee offers free coffee every day in September, celebrating the brand's commitment to serving high-quality coffee.
· Franchising.com· August 29, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee® Serves Up Cozy Fall Feels with Savory Pumpkin Drinks & Treats
Scooter’s Coffee introduces its Pumpkin Season offerings, featuring savory pumpkin drinks and treats to usher in the fall season.
· Franchising.com· August 23, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee® Celebrates National Dog Day with Free Pumpkin
Scooter's Coffee celebrates National Dog Day with free treats for canine customers.
· Franchising.com· August 18, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Continues Growing in Florida
Scooter's Coffee expands into southeastern Florida with a five-unit franchise agreement signed by Eric Gioia.
· Franchising.com· August 3, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee® Reveals New Kid-Friendly Menu That’s Full of Fun and Flavor
Scooter’s Coffee unveils its first-ever kid-friendly menu, offering fun and flavorful drinks and treats in just the perfect size.
· Franchising.com· June 29, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee® Debuts New Passion Fruit SCOOOT! Energy™ Infusion and Festive SCOOOT! Energy Sparkler for Fourth of July
Scooter’s Coffee introduces new summer drinks, including the Passion Fruit SCOOOT! Energy Infusion and SCOOOT! Energy Sparkler.
· Franchising.com· June 29, 2023
Scooter’s Coffee Continues Growing in Alabama and Mississippi
Scooter's Coffee has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with a new owner in Alabama and Mississippi, expanding the coffee brand's presence in the region.
· Franchising.com· June 28, 2023