Caribou Coffee

Caribou Coffee has always been a place where people come together and ideas spark. We’re celebrating that spirit with the launch of a brand-new initiative: ‘Bou HQ. We’ll start by sharing stories of entrepreneurs who found inspiration at Caribou Coffee or started brewing up big ideas over a cup, and to kick things off, our very own CMO, Erin Newkirk, shares her startup journey and some valuable tips she learned along the way. Got a story of your own? We’d love to feature you in upcoming content. Tell us more here: https://lnkd.in/gDGbEFVF. 🔗 Read Erin's article for more: https://lnkd.in/g9xU76nj

We’re pleased to announce that Scott Kennedy has been appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer of Caribou Coffee, effective immediately. Scott previously served as Chief Financial Officer and was appointed to the role of Interim CEO in March 2025.    “I’m honored to take on the role of President and CEO at Caribou Coffee,” said Kennedy. “Caribou Coffee is a beloved brand with a strong foundation of exceptional products and a welcoming coffeehouse experience.”    🔗Read more: https://lnkd.in/gVB9X7cf

Today marks the return of Honeycrisp Apple Energy, alongside a lineup of delicious handcrafted, fall-inspired beverages and foods. 🍎🎃 It's been an exciting year of innovation at Caribou Coffee, especially with the expansion of our Energy drink platform. After introducing several limited-time flavors throughout the year, Honeycrisp Apple Energy is the first to return. Available now at participating U.S. coffeehouses for a limited time only. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gnwFDDa7

This summer, team members have been celebrating our latest offerings through chalkboard art in our coffeehouses, featuring: 🍋 Lemonade Refreshers: Now a permanent part of our U.S. menu, these vibrant drinks (available in strawberry, peach, or berry punch) reflect our focus on innovation and meeting evolving guest preferences. ☕ La Minita Peaberry: A sought-after limited-time offering featuring hand-sorted peaberries from Hacienda La Minita in Costa Rica. This small-batch light roast highlights our commitment to quality and craft. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gr2wuaKk

Last month, Caribou General Managers came together for BouCon, our energizing three-day annual conference focused on connection, learning, and, of course, making fun happen. This year’s event was about empowering our leaders with the tools and skills they need to drive strong business performance in our coffeehouses. From hands-on workshops to collaborative sessions, the focus was on growth, innovation and leadership excellence. We also took a nostalgic trip down memory lane by way of throwback music, Trapper Keepers, a vintage photo booth, and more. Our store leaders brought their signature passion every step of the way. Cheers to another successful BouCon in the books! ☕️

Earlier this year, we celebrated winners of the Best of the ‘Bou title, awarded to our top store managers across the U.S. who had outstanding achievements and results in team, guest and business in the previous year. We celebrated the winners with an exciting day and a heart-warming award ceremony with messages from their teams in the evening.  “We do Best of the ‘Bou every year because we think it’s incredibly important to say thank you and show gratitude to our teams for the hard work they do,” said VP of U.S. Retail, Jennifer Brunick. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g7WZ4gnZ

Our first stand-alone coffeehouse in Texas has officially opened in Watauga, and it’s more than just a new location. This marks another milestone in our journey to bring the Caribou experience to more communities across the country. “We focused on smart reuse of an existing QSR property to minimize environmental impact and bring Caribou to Texas in a thoughtful way.” — Emily C Heuring, AIA, LEED AP BD-C, Sr. Director of Real Estate, Design and Construction We’re just getting started, Texas. Come see us soon! 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ery-C7-H

One year flies by in the blink of an eye! Congrats on this milestone and all you’ve accomplished, especially the way you’ve brought local store marketing to life across the Southeastern U.S. We’re so lucky to have you on the 'Bou Crew, Sarah. Cheers to what’s next! 💙☕️

This mother-son Caribou duo is a reminder of how family values can shape company culture, and how moms, whether at home or on the job, are often the quiet force cheering us on during our biggest successes. Read more about Mike Halls and his mom, Shirley's time working together at Caribou: https://lnkd.in/gPPncJDm

After bringing four new Caribou coffeehouses to Georgia in 2024, this year we’re doubling down. Eight more locations will open across the Atlanta metro area to further our ongoing expansion through the southeastern states. The new locations in development include Griffin, Athens, Woodstock, Smyrna, Lawrenceville, Snellville, Augusta and Covington. So whether you’re interested in joining one of our teams or just want to get your hands on our premium, handcrafted beverages, we can’t wait to see you soon! 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gCFPpNEn