With eight Cruisers operating, eight more in production and dozens of additional opportunities in development, the nationally recognized coffee brand is inviting entrepreneurs to bring its mission to their communities.
WILMINGTON, N.C., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bitty & Beau’s Coffee, the nationally recognized coffee company known for employing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, is accelerating the expansion of its mobile coffee franchise program and seeking entrepreneurs interested in bringing the brand to their communities.
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With eight Bitty & Beau’s Coffee Cruisers currently operating, eight more in production and preparing to launch, and dozens of additional opportunities in development, the company is building momentum around a mobile franchise model that combines business ownership, community engagement and inclusive employment.
Founded in 2016 by Amy and Ben Wright in Wilmington, North Carolina, Bitty & Beau’s Coffee has grown from a single coffee shop into a nationally recognized brand employing more than 500 people with disabilities. Known as “a human rights movement disguised as a coffee shop,” the company has been featured on NBC’s TODAY,CNN, FOX NEWS and in Harvard Business Review.
A New Way to Own a Bitty & Beau’s Coffee
The Bitty & Beau’s Coffee Cruiser is a fully equipped mobile coffee shop designed to serve customers at community events, festivals, schools, corporate gatherings, private celebrations and other local destinations.
Unlike a traditional brick-and-mortar coffee shop, the Cruiser offers a smaller physical footprint and a flexible operating model, allowing franchise owners to establish a presence in their communities without opening a permanent retail location.
The concept is designed for entrepreneurs who want to build a business while creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
Why Entrepreneurs Are Choosing the Bitty & Beau’s Coffee Cruiser
- Accessible Entry Point
- Designed for Efficient Service
- Simple to Launch and Operate
- Flexible Business Model
- Mission-Driven Ownership
“People want to own businesses that mean something,” said Amy Wright, co-founder of Bitty & Beau’s Coffee. “Our Cruiser franchise gives entrepreneurs the opportunity to build something of their own while creating jobs for people with disabilities and making a real difference in their communities. That’s a powerful combination.”
Growing Franchise Momentum Across the Country
The company’s expanding Cruiser fleet reflects growing interest in a franchise model that combines entrepreneurship with social impact.
Eight Cruisers are currently operating, with eight more in production and nearing launch. Dozens of additional opportunities are in various stages of development as prospective franchise owners explore bringing Bitty & Beau’s Coffee to new markets.
The mobile model allows Bitty & Beau’s Coffee to reach communities of different sizes while giving local owners the opportunity to develop partnerships with businesses, schools, organizations and event hosts.
“We started Bitty & Beau’s Coffee with a mission to change the way the world sees people with disabilities,” Wright said. “Every new Cruiser brings that mission to another community. We’re excited to partner with people across the country who want to be part of what we’re building.”
A Franchise Opportunity with a Purpose
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee has built a loyal national following around the belief that everyone deserves to be seen, valued and included.
For prospective franchise owners, the Cruiser offers an opportunity to become part of an established brand with a distinctive mission and a growing national presence.
Franchise owners receive initial training, access to branded products, operational resources and ongoing support from the company’s headquarters in Wilmington, North Carolina.
As the company continues expanding its mobile footprint, it is actively seeking franchise candidates who share its commitment to inclusion, community engagement and exceptional customer experiences.
Cruiser Franchise Opportunities Now Available
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee is currently accepting inquiries from prospective Cruiser franchise owners in eligible markets across the United States.
Entrepreneurs interested in learning more about available territories, franchise requirements and the process of becoming a Bitty & Beau’s Coffee Cruiser owner can visit HERE
Total initial investment, fees and other franchise terms are detailed in the company’s Franchise Disclosure Document. Franchise opportunities are subject to territory availability and applicable franchise regulations.
About Bitty & Beau’s Coffee
Founded in 2016 in Wilmington, North Carolina, Bitty & Beau’s Coffee is a nationally recognized coffee company dedicated to creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Employing more than 500 people with disabilities, the company has become a powerful example of what’s possible when businesses lead with inclusion. Known as “a human rights movement disguised as a coffee shop,” Bitty & Beau’s Coffee continues to expand its mission through coffee shops and mobile coffee franchises across the United States.
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