The coffee franchise also has plans in Charlotte.
By Andrew Carlo
Bad Ass Coffee of
Hawaii reported that it has reached a new three-store signed agreement in South Carolina.
The move includes a location set to open in Rock Hill in mid-2025 with an additional two stores slated to open in the York County area in the near future, the company said.
Doug Epperly, a lifelong coffee enthusiast who has 30 years of experience in global supply chains working with major food brands, and his daughter Abby, a University of Louisville graduate and current MBA student, are behind the franchise expansion.
Abby discovered Bad Ass Coffee while studying franchising at the university and shared her excitement with Doug, who was equally impressed by the brand’s family values and welcoming Aloha Spirit.
“We fell in love with Bad Ass Coffee not just because we’re huge coffee enthusiasts, but because of the brand’s commitment to building meaningful connections with guests,” said Doug. “We believe in creating spaces where people can relax, enjoy a great cup of coffee, and feel like part of the family. The energy and values of Bad Ass Coffee are a perfect match for us, and we’re excited to introduce this one-of-a-kind experience to our community.”
This latest move marks the continued expansion of Bad Ass Coffee in South Carolina and the greater region. Bad Ass coffee also said the brand plans to open three locations across the Greater Charlotte area, which encompasses the northernmost part of South Carolina.
“We’re very excited to welcome the Epperlys to our Bad Ass Coffee ‘ohana,” said Scott Snyder, CEO of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii. “From our first introduction, the balance of Epperly’s experience, energy and passion were an obvious fit to partner with us to spread the spirit of Hawaii into South Carolina.”
Bad Ass Coffee said that it provides a development support system, including teams, technology, and tools to help identify the right territories for expansion, plus expertise in financing, real estate, and construction management, to assist franchisees and multi-unit operators.
Last month, Bad Ass Coffee unveiled a new three-store agreement in the Port Charlotte. Florida market. The company has 30-plus U.S. franchise locations – with 100+ additional shops in various stages of development.
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