Caroline Bell

Caroline Bell is the Co-Founder and CEO of Cafe Grumpy, a coffee roasting company and chain of coffee shops based in New York City.12 Here are some key details about Caroline Bell:

Background and Career

• Born in Germany and grew up in New Jersey14
• Co-founded Cafe Grumpy in 2005 with her husband in Greenpoint, Brooklyn23
• Previously worked in restaurants, galleries, and offices before starting Cafe Grumpy4

Cafe Grumpy

• Started because Bell and her husband couldn't find good coffee while biking around NYC4
• Now has 11 locations across New York City, plus locations in Florida and New Jersey2
• Known for serving high-quality, single-origin coffees2
• Company motto: "Come in grumpy, leave happy"1

Coffee Expertise

• Certified Q Grader (professional coffee taster/grader)4
• Passionate about coffee, drinking at least 3 cups per day4
• Prefers cappuccinos or black brewed coffee14

Business Philosophy

• Focuses on taking coffee seriously while not taking themselves too seriously4
• Emphasizes quality, organization, and maintaining good health as a business owner5
• Believes in creating welcoming community spaces through coffee shops5

Caroline Bell has grown Cafe Grumpy from a single location to a respected coffee brand over nearly two decades, pioneering specialty coffee in New York City and building a successful women-owned business in a competitive industry.12