S7 E4: How Hoppin’ Became America’s First Self-Serve Bar Franchise, with Rich Moyer

Join The Wolf as he sits down with Rich Moyer, the mastermind behind Hoppin’ Franchise Group, to discuss Hoppin’s unique self-serve taproom concept that aims to revolutionize the bar and restaurant industry.   Discover how Hoppin’ eliminates the headaches typically associated with owning a bar to provide a seamless and enjoyable experience for customers…because honestly, who likes waiting for a bartender to pour their beer? Rich shares insights into the financials of running a bar or restaurant, including typical profit margins and cost of goods. Plus, learn why Rich and his team are seeking ideal candidates who are willing to take a leap of faith and join their franchise family. From their innovative technology to their focus on community partnerships, the Wolf is unraveling exactly how Hoppin’ is changing the game in the hospitality industry. Tune in for this valuable glimpse into what it takes to own a bar-based franchise.     00:00:54 - Hoppin’: The Ultimate Bar Owner's Solution 00:09:27 - From Construction to Ice Cream: The Profitable Journey 00:11:05 - The Benefits of Franchising a Business 00:13:18 - The Challenges of Franchising During COVID 00:16:38 - Exploring Growth Avenues in Franchising 00:19:20 - Impressive Revenue Growth for Construction Company 00:23:50 - Finding the Ideal Candidate for Emerging Franchises 00:26:18 - Building a Community with Local Partners 00:28:25 - Profit Margins in the Restaurant Industry 00:30:11 - Find the Hoppin’ Franchise Online   Learn More About Hoppin’:  Website: https://Hoppin’brandsfranchising.com   Follow Rich:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-m-02019551/   Follow The Wolf:  Newsletter: https://workweek.com/brand/the-wolf-of-franchises/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thewolfoffranchises Twitter: https://twitter.com/franchisewolf Website: https://www.krokit.com   Are you a future franchise entrepreneur? Find all of the tools you need to launch, operate, and expand your franchise empire with the platform created by The Wolf himself, Krokit.com.   And if you’ve enjoyed listening to Franchise Empires, I’d be so grateful if you could drop me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast. Thank you so much!