JOE’s Coffeehouse & Trading Post
HAYESVILLE, NC – 2013 to 2017: As the owner of a small-town coffee house and wine bar, I offered a selection of retail items that included local crafts and arts. I collaborated with a local roaster to develop an original coffee blend. With a passion for wine, I partnered with sommelier Nick Demos to organize a monthly wine club. I collaborated with local businesses to organize special events, including fashion shows and live music performances on the porch. Other initiatives include creating products like JOE’s Ice Dreams, JOE’s t-shirts, and coffee mugs. I also sought out new products from local artisans, including handcrafted knives, fishing poles, and wooden bowls. In addition, I source international products such as Italian scents and Belgian linens, and I managed vendor relationships as well as oversaw employees
“Joe even makes good hot chocolate. But you will want to try all the coffees. I love that he now has a wine bar. What a great place to hang out in the evenings on weekends.”