Coffee Truck/Trailer Accelerator
Launching a Coffee Trailer Business
This course provides a structured framework for taking your coffee truck or trailer from completed build to fully operational business. You’ll learn how to secure permits, configure your systems, integrate equipment, and prepare for profitable daily operations. Designed for new entrepreneurs, this program focuses on compliance, workflow, and business readiness so you can open with confidence.
Access to the course is for 12 months
Full curriculum with 10 modules covering launch and operations
Guidance on health codes, system setup, and equipment use
Proven process to reduce mistakes and accelerate launch
Who This Class is For
This course is for new entrepreneurs who already have, or are finalizing, a coffee truck or trailer build and need guidance on launching, permitting, and operations. If you’re ready to serve customers and want a clear roadmap to compliance and profitability — this program is for you.
Who This Course is NOT For
This course focuses only on launching and operating coffee trucks and trailers. If your goals are different, here’s where to look instead:
Building or constructing a trailer → Coffee Trailer Blueprint course
- Launching and operating a cart → Coffee Cart Accelerator course
Running the numbers / business plan → Profitable Coffee 101
Marketing, branding, and growth → Beansprouts
Weekly Meetings
- Weekly Virtual Meetings
- Wed 3p-4p MT
- All Meetings Recorded
- Office Hours
- Mon 3pm MT
- Thurs 4pm MT
12 Step Program
- Everything from registering your business to the Grand Opening.
- Chronological Chapters
- Homework Assignments
Equipment Discounts
Discounts with:
- Simple Carts
- La Marzocco
- Simonelli
- Astoria
- AeroBuild
Launch in 12 Weeks
- Floor Plans
- Spec Sheets
- Navigate Health Department
- Select Equipment
- Prepare for Grand Opening
Lesson 1: Branding & Digital Footprint
- How to choose and secure a business name
- Essentials of a simple, effective website
- Which directories to list your business in
- Building a professional social media presence
Lesson 2: Business Registration & Legal Setup
- What is an LLC?
- What is the Difference between Business Entities
- What Type of Business is Right for You?
- Tax Strategy
- What Kind of Taxes do you Have to Pay?
- What Kind of Business Should You Open?
Lesson 3: Health Code & Fire Department Permit
The Health Code is the Gatekeeper. But they are much more than that. Believe it or not, they also protect your business by showing you follow proper health procedure, you also limit your liability against litigation.
- How to Locate Your Regulations
- How to Find Commissaries
- Commissaries Explained
- Commissaries For Free
- How to Pass Health Inspection
- What the Health Inspectors are Looking For
- How to Pass The Fire Department Inspection
Lesson 4: Plumbing Systems
Managing fresh and grey water in larger builds
- Water Filter Types and locations
Pump options, heaters, and sinks
Hiring Plumbers and Providing Material List
Lesson 5: Floor Plans & Layouts
Health code requirements for layout
- Floor plans & Blueprints
- Spec Sheets
- Plumbing Diagrams
- Electrical Diagrams
Design for workflow and customer interaction
Hiring General Contractors
Lesson 7: Electrical Systems
Panels, outlets, and circuits you’ll need
How to calculate wattage and select a generator
Hiring and working with electricians
Example wiring diagrams
Lesson 8: Equipment for Mobile Coffee
- Top Espresso Machines for Coffee Cart + Wholesale Discounts
- Espresso Grinders explained + Recommendations
- Coffee Brewers Explained + Recommendations
- Blenders Explained + Recommendations
- Refrigerators Explained + Recommendations
- Generators Explained + Recommendations
- Matching Equipment to Workflow
Lesson 9: Menu & Pricing Strategy
- Starter menus for trailers and trucks
Scaling up menu options for larger builds
Pricing strategies that reflect higher capacity
Profitability considerations
Lesson 9: Grand Opening Strategies
- Hosting a soft launch and building buzz
- Opening and closing checklists
- Inventory management and supply systems
- Drink SOPs
Q: How long do I have access to the course?
You’ll have 12 months of access from the date of purchase.
Q: Do I need to finish my trailer build before starting this course?
No — this course can guide you through build phase (hiring contractors) while preparing you for operations.
Q: Does this apply to both trailers and trucks?
Yes. The compliance steps, systems, and operations apply to both.
Q: What if I’m still just researching?
Start with Profitable Coffee 101 to understand startup costs and profitability before committing to a launch.
Q: Does this course teach coffee recipes?
No. Drink-making and barista training are taught separately in our Barista School programs.
2026 Course Cohort Schedule
8 Week Cohort Format [ 8 Weeks of Video Instruction & 1 Year of Live Q&A]
Cohort 1
- Start Date: January 7, 2026
- End Date: February 25, 2026
- Class Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28. February 4, 11, 18, 25
- Skip Dates: None
Cohort 2
- Start Date: March 4, 2026
- End Date: April 29, 2026
- Class Dates: March 4, 11, 18, 25. April 8, 15, 22, 29
- Skip Dates: April 1 (Spring Break)
Cohort 3
- Start Date: May 6, 2026
- End Date: June 24, 2026
- Class Dates: May 6, 13, 20, 27. June 3, 10, 17, 24
- Skip Dates: None
Cohort 4
- Start Date: July 1, 2026
- End Date: August 19, 2026
- Class Dates: July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. August 5, 12, 19
- Skip Dates: None
Cohort 5
- Start Date: August 26, 2026
- End Date: October 21, 2026
- Class Dates: August 26. September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. October 14, 21
- Skip Dates: October 7 ( Fall Break week)
Cohort 6
- Start Date: November 4, 2026
- End Date: December 23, 2026
- Class Dates: November 4, 11, 18. December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- Skip Dates: November 25 (Thanksgiving)
Why This Course Works
This program is built from years of hands-on trailer builds and consulting projects. It translates complex technical requirements into a step-by-step plan, helping new entrepreneurs build trailers and trucks that pass inspection, support workflow, and open profitably.