You only need to walk into a Port City Java café to feel our commitment to our guests, to the communities we serve, and to our franchisees. It is evident in your first sip of House Blend drip brew as you set down your laptop to begin working. It’s in the neighbors you see working behind the counter or settling down in a comfy chair with a steaming Black and Tan Mocha. You can even see it behind...
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"Grinding to the Top," An Interview with Sarah Meriam
By Steve Schnitzler
From barstool to barista to franchise executive, we celebrate Sarah Meriam on American Business Women’s Day. Sipping on a mocha shake before school with friends, a Wilmington, North Carolina, teenager had no idea her favorite coffeehouse hangout would provide her the opportunity to embody the American dream and become a corporate executive. But that’s exactly what happened to 32-year-old...
A Bean Builds a Billion-Dollar Empire
By Steve Schnitzler
Coffee is a $20 billion industry, which makes entering this sector an appealing proposition. However, deciding to become a Port City Java franchise is more than just smart business. As a coffeehouse franchisee, you’ll be entering a world with a rich and long history, full of adventure, mystery…even a little romance. A Long Time Ago in a Country Far, Far Away… The National Coffee...
The Secret to a Great Cup of Coffee is Timing
By Steve Schnitzler
A lot of factors come into play when you’re running a business: Planning, motivation, creativity, and many more are all important. In some businesses, “timing” might not get the same attention as these other qualities, but here at Port City Java , timing is critical. Timing matters to us because freshness matters. That’s why it’s so important for Port City Java to roast our own...
When It Comes to Fantastic Cold Brew Coffee, Port City Java is Chillin'
By Steve Schnitzler
These days it seems like every coffeehouse brags about their “cold brew” coffee. It’s certainly trendy, but is it really the best-tasting way to get a cup of refreshing, ice-cold coffee? Here at Port City Java , we spent time exploring various iced coffee processes to ensure that our franchisees can consistently provide customers with a fast, flavorful cup of coffee throughout the summer months. ...