Q&A with Karl Norman, retained agent for Black Sheep Coffee

Name: Karl Norman

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Role: Retained agent for Black Sheep Coffee

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Who are Black Sheep Coffee?

Black Sheep Coffee was started by Gabriel and Eirik who were flatmates in college. They decided to quit their jobs on the same day to “Leave The Herd Behind” and embark on a coffee journey together.

Their mission was to "rid the world of boring, average-tasting coffee" and to create a brand that stood out

They travelled the world "searching for the perfect bean" and launched the first and only 100% specialty- grade Robusta coffee in a market dominated by arabica

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How many locations do Black Sheep Coffee currently have?

Circa 100 locations in the UK predominantly in Shopping Centre, High Street and Airport locations. Also recently opened in UAE and the first stores have now opened in the US in Dallas and Miami.

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Target locations?

Prominent Roadside/Retail Park drive-thru and drive-to locations with good visibility and prominence.

Main target areas are Scotland, Tyne & Wear, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, West Midlands and Staffordshire.

How many new locations are you targeting?

As many as possible!

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Size requirements?

Ideally 1,800-2,000 sqft

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Additional requirements?

Adjacent car parking and outside seating area if possible

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Planning consent?

Drive-thru consent for coffee shop

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Freehold or Leasehold?

Leasehold

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Recent openings or new locations in the pipeline?

Just opened at Broughton Shopping Park, Chester, Silverburn, Luton Point, Aberdeen, and Watford.

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