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Call to Action Ads

Call to action advertising! Let’s talk about a call to action advertising. I cringe every time a prospect or client tells me they want to say, “Mention this ad.” Nobody ever mentions an ad.   It’s actually insulting to savvy consumers to have to do the work of the business owner by helping them track their … Continued

Ad Design

Ad Design THE MAGIC NUMBER THREE  By Diana Ratliff One of the most important factors in growing your business is being able to attract customers. Successful businesses benefit from targeted advertising campaigns. If you want to increase your current customer base through advertising, use The Magic Number Three in your ad design. Maybe there’s some … Continued

Local Print Ads

It’s All About The Target Audience – Local Print Advertising Even in the era of the Internet and mobile devices, print advertising is still an important aspect of an effective marketing strategy. It’s hard to find a more effective medium for selling. But ad quality is a big part of your success rate. How do … Continued

Why Local Advertising in Print Media Can Work for You

Why Local Advertising in Print Media Can Work for You While print media may seem less attractive in the current digital world, it’s still remains one of the most viable options for local small business owners. Local publications offer a viable local readership that is interested in what you’re selling. It’s all about reaching local … Continued

Everyone Loves Coffee News®

Everyone loves Coffee News® OUTLET: Restaurant Owners Tell Us: “Both our customers and staff enjoy reading Coffee News® and we believe this fun and family friendly publication has become a positive experience for our patrons.  I can wholeheartedly recommend Coffee News®.” “The Coffee News® that has been placed in our restaurant has been very successful … Continued

Advertiser Testimonials

Coffee News® Advertisers Speak out.. Advertising in Coffee News has proven successful over 30 years! Over time we have received so many testimonials from readers and advertisers alike. Really too many to list them all here, but below are just a few.   “The exposure is there. I believe people are seeing the ads and … Continued

Coffee News Reader Speaks out

 MY COFFEE NEWS STORY  I am an avid Coffee News Reader.  I always look for your latest copy in all the stores and restaurants I go in.  I plan my week to make sure I have breakfast or lunch somewhere so I can pick up a copy and see what Everybody’s Talking about or What’s … Continued

9 Reasons to Include Print Advertising in 2019

By Jenna Bruce on Mon, Nov 19, 2018 The 1990s gave us boy bands and pop divas, ripped jeans and combat boots, and must-see TV shows like Friends and Seinfeld. Oh, the 90s also gave us a little something called the internet. Over the past 20+ years, as the internet has grown, people have repeatedly declared the … Continued

Print Advertising 2018

Print Advertising in 2018 What is the status of Print Advertising in 2018? Let’s look at this from a more macro view.  The fact that print advertising continues to be remarkably effective is not the same as claiming other forms of marketing communications are not. Internet marketing for global players has become the first choice in … Continued

Where does Coffee News Publish in the USA?

Where does Coffee News® publish in the USA? Coffee News USA locations is a ever growing network of locations across the United States.  Coffee News® has you covered! Advertising opportunities currently exist for the States listed below and learn more about the advertising opportunities in your location! Where does Coffee News® publish in the USA? … Continued

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High Praise From Franchise Owners

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Matt Costain

Central Alberta Coffee News

Central Alberta has been home to the Coffee News for 30 years now as of 2024. Through this time it continues to bring our smaller communities together over coffee, laughs, and a little competitive trivia among friends. As a franchise owner one of my favourite things, I have been told by our loyal readers is that "Coffee News is the only news I will read". I have been a proud member of the Coffee News team and I look forward to bringing my readers smiles each week.

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Beverly Van Lieshout

Green Bay, Wisconsin

I believe small businesses are the backbone of our country. Coffee News gives them a chance to grow and make a difference in their communities. It is affordable, effective, and exclusive. That is what makes it unique. No day is the same. There is always someone to meet and something different happening. Building relationships is key and fulfilling.

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Vanessa Cole

St. Augustine, Florida

I chose to invest in a Coffee News franchise because it aligns with my passion for business ownership and community engagement. The flexibility it offers allows me to maintain a balanced lifestyle while running a successful, locally focused publication.

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John Dyer

Ellsworth, Maine

We have three daughters, and Coffee News provided a flexible schedule that allowed us to be there for everything as they participated in many school activities. If your idea of fun is getting out in your community and meeting new people while you help local businesses succeed, then Coffee News is the answer. Coffee News is an all-positive, family-friendly publication, and I love spreading happiness while I make a living.

Frequently Asked Questions

Coffee News provides clear answers to common questions about ownership,
training, investment, and support to help you explore the franchise opportunity.

Owning a Coffee News franchise means operating a local publication, building advertiser relationships, and managing distribution while benefiting from a legacy brand, proven business model, fresh curated content and the initial and ongoing support to maximize your success!

Coffee News attracts a wide range of small and medium-sized retail and service providers such as real estate agents, insurance, doctors, lawncare, community organizations and others seeking consistent local exposure.

Population and number of restaurants will vary from market to market, but typically areas of under 50,000 population provide ideal conditions single edition territories.

Your income from Coffee News is dependent upon your ability to effectively secure advertising, market Coffee News and network in the local community. Today, the average Coffee News Publisher owns three to five franchises and publishes three to five+ editions of Coffee News each week. The level of income you desire will dictate how many franchises you will need to achieve your financial goals. We will go over the basic operational costs and assist you in calculating some revenue projections so you have a better understanding of your potential earnings.

As a Coffee News Publisher and marketing consultant, your primary role is to reach out to small and medium-sized businesses in your local community and assist them in building targeted top-of-mind awareness campaigns in their local area with Coffee News.

The content in the middle section of Coffee News is provided to you (with the exception of the local “What’s Happening” section). In the United States, Coffee News Printing will prepare the layout, design the ads, and then print and ship the publication in time for you to deliver each week. (outside of the U.S., publishers would secure a local print shop). You will initially secure restaurants, coffee shops and other waiting areas for free distribution of the publication each week.

In addition, you’ll want to be an active networker in your community through organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary, BNI, etc. Following up with your existing clients every couple of weeks will solidify that strong relationship you have with them and keep them in as a loyal advertiser for years to come. Maintaining strong relationships with both your clients and distribution partners is key.

Yes. We offer a multi-day, in-person training program called Coffee News College, conducted by our staff and training team who will educate you on every aspect of the franchise model from ad design to distribution, printing, sales, networking, promotions, billing, collections, social media marketing and more!

In addition, our mentoring program provides initial guidance during your start-up. Ongoing individual mentoring sessions are available at any time during your journey with Coffee News.

Also, our exclusive online resource center provides a wealth of information for download such as our comprehensive operations manual, training materials, industry articles, tips, information on upcoming roundtables, conferences and more…

The area that you select to franchise is the area for which you can distribute Coffee News. You can accept advertising from anywhere you like. You could select a town, city, county, or multiple town/city/county area if you wish. Each franchise area comprises a population of roughly 40,000-50,000. We will also consider the number of restaurants as it relates to population. 50-75 locations (½ restaurants, ½ non-restaurant locations) is all one needs for an edition to be feasible. The amount of income you are looking to make will determine how many franchises you will need to meet your financial goals. The average Coffee News publisher today owns/operates three to five franchises and publishes three to five+ editions of Coffee News each week.

Coffee News is a full-time business that requires your full commitment as an owner-operator in order to effectively build and maintain your client base and maximize your revenue goals.

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