Strategic Additions Signal Intentional Scaling (Image Credits: Pexels)
Longmont, Colorado – Ziggi’s Coffee strengthened its leadership team this week by hiring two quick-service restaurant industry experts amid plans for sustained national growth. The moves come as the brand marks 10 years of franchising in 2026, building on more than two decades of operations since its founding in 2004.[1][2] Headquartered in the state where it began, the company now operates over 120 locations across 23 states, with more than 200 additional sites in development.[1]
Strategic Additions Signal Intentional Scaling
Co-founders Brandon and Camrin Knudsen launched Ziggi’s Coffee with a focus on personalized beverages and customer choice. The brand earned spots on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and the Inc. 5000 list through consistent expansion.[1] Recent hires reflect a deliberate push to refine operations and support franchisees.
Brandon Knudsen, co-founder and CEO, emphasized the long-term vision. “As we mark 10 years of franchising, it’s important to recognize that Ziggi’s has been building this brand for more than 20 years,” he stated. “That foundation has given us a clear understanding of what works – and where we need to grow.”[2] The new team members will collaborate on systems, training, and infrastructure.
Darren Spicer’s Drive-Thru Coffee Pedigree
Darren Spicer arrived with direct experience in the competitive coffee sector. He founded Clutch Coffee Bar and served as its CEO, expanding from one outlet to over a dozen before Dutch Bros acquired the chain.[1] Today, he advises growth-stage brands through 110 Ventures…