Sift Cupcake Case Study

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Executive Summary Starting with a little seed money from the owners, Sift Bakery was founded with the goal of providing a guilt free dessert that delivers an OMG factor to all their customers through superior customer service and trendy décor. With already acquired knowledge in the specialty baking market for California and increasing pressure from competition it is suggested that Sift implement a steady expansion strategy combining retail and baking stores to increase overall sales roughly 35% year over year and maintaining consistent operating expenses. Sift has remained strong in certain demographics to hold their position as a specialty bakery however, with the spawn of new social media and marketing platforms available, Sift is shifting its efforts to accommodate the increase in new marketing tactics and branding strategy. Considering the high level of competition in the Bay Area market, Sift has considered a few options to increase their footprint. As suggested, it is believed that implementing a targeted and focused expansion based on the current business model will accomplish the overall goal while managing the growth based on financial indicators and health of the business. It is through this approach that net income is estimated to increase 30+% annually as well as lead to new stores and further market share. The following pages will outline these statements further. Synopsis The owners of Sift, Andrea and Jeff’s background in sales have greatly added to their success in their small business venture. Sift has been able to identify and appeal to their specified target market of people between the ages of 25-44 years old and/or with an income of $80,000+. Sift currently has three stores, where only two are full size bakeries. The company has been able to adapt to its market environment by adding decorating classes and parties in its Santa Rosa bakery,

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