Ellis Coffee Company is a United States coffee roaster and wholesaler headquartered in Philadelphia, USA. The company currently ships its coffee products to businesses in the C-Store, Food Service and Food Service Distribution (including Office Coffee Service and Vending) segments nationwide.[1][2][3]
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Coffee |
| Founded | 1854 |
| Founder | Allen Cuthbert |
| Headquarters | 2835 Bridge St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States |
Key people | John Ellis (Previous Owner) Adam Kestenbaum (President) Eugene Kestenbaum (Chairman of the Board) |
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| Website | www |
History
editEllis Coffee's history dates back to 1854 when Allen Cuthbert established a store specializing in Chinese Teas & Coffees imports at 22 South 8th Street in Philadelphia. This marked the modest inception of what would eventually become a well-established institution in the Philadelphia coffee scene.[4]
In 1871, Allen Cuthbert appointed Francis Bond as his successor, and Francis Bond, in turn, assumed leadership, renaming the company after himself and relocating.
In 1908, following the passing of Francis Bond, the company's the running of the company was taken over by a 13-year-old employee named John Ellis, who was able to purchase the company.[5]
Today, Ellis Coffee is led by Adam Kestenbaum, a fourth-generation family member, who serves as the company's President. In 2010, his father Gene assumed the role of board chairmam.
See also
editReferences
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- ^ Princeton Alumni Weekly. princeton alumni weekly. 1990. pp. 2–. PRNC:32101081978106.
- ^ Frederick Siegle; Teresa Pyott (2004). Bridesburg. Arcadia Publishing. pp. 6–. ISBN 978-0-7385-3605-7.
- ^ "Before Digital Sign Domination, A Giant Coffee Pot Reigned Supreme". Hidden City Philadelphia. 2017-11-29. Retrieved 2024-01-16.
- ^ "Ellis Coffee Company: Blending Proud Tradition and Personalized Service". usbusinessexecutive.com. Retrieved 2018-02-09.