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Crumbs • Crumbs Bake Shop was founded in March of 2003 in Manhattan by Mia & Jason Bauer. Crumbs specializes in gourmet cupcakes and offers 50 different variations, three different sizes and are prices at around $4.50 each. They also offer personalized cakes for special events. Since its founding, they have rapidly expanded in New York and started stores in three other states with 23 stores.
Pros Cons • Leader in Gourmet cupcake industry. • Identifiable growth. • Sells cupcakes online. • Crumbs offers carryout, and delivery in LA and NYC areas. • Experienced and motivated management. • Cupcakes aren’t considered health conscious food. • Future of the gourmet cupcake industry is uncertain.
Revenue grew to $8million in 2008 from $2.2million in 20078. • Crumbs business grew at a rate of 40% (year over year) prior to recession and still maintains a 20% growth rate during recession. • Has had a percent revenue growth rate of more than double the industry mean.