Loot and Lattes is planned to be a community-focused game café. In an area starved for inclusive social spaces, our establishment will stands out as the premier destination for diverse groups, from families and casual gamers to passionate tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) enthusiasts and competitive trading card game (TCG) players.
More than just a retail outlet, Loot and Lattes plans to offer a carefully curated selection of board games, TTRPGs, and TCGs, transforming our customer's shopping experience into an immersive adventure. Our café will serve as a vibrant social hub, featuring thoughtfully designed play areas for both children and adults, ensuring an inclusive atmosphere that transcends age barriers. By hosting regular events, exciting game nights, and innovative educational programs—including engaging day camps during school breaks—Loot and Lattes will create a dynamic space that not only encourages social interaction but ignites a passion for learning and fun.
This concept will address a critical lack of social spaces for gaming enthusiasts and families in the Lakewood area. We want to provide a venue for community building and shared experiences centered around the joy of gaming. By seamlessly blending retail expertise, top-notch café services, and captivating event hosting, Loot and Lattes is set to become the beating heart of gaming culture in our area.
Loot and Lattes' sales plan is designed to capitalize on multiple revenue streams, leveraging both our physical store and online presence to maximize sales potential. Our primary focus will be on creating a seamless shopping experience for customers across all channels, while implementing strategies to drive foot traffic and encourage repeat business.
In our physical store, we will showcase a carefully curated collection of board games, Trading Card Games (TCGs), and Tabletop Role-Playing Game (TTRPG) accessories for purchase. To boost sales, we will host regular events with entry fees, including game tournaments and children's day camps. Additionally, we will offer individual room rentals for private gaming sessions or special occasions. These diverse offerings will not only generate direct revenue but also increase the likelihood of ancillary purchases from our retail selection and café.
To complement our in-store sales, we will establish a robust online presence through our website and a TCG Player storefront. This multi-channel approach will allow us to reach a broader customer base and provide convenient purchasing options for those unable to visit our physical location. Tickets for game tournaments, various events, and children's day camps will be available for purchase both online and in-person, streamlining the booking process for our customers.
To drive sales and foster customer loyalty, we will implement the following strategies:
- Network with local gaming communities and event organizers to increase brand awareness and attract potential customers
- Host regular demo nights and free game trials in-store, allowing customers to experience new games before making a purchase
- Introduce a loyalty program or subscription service for frequent customers, offering exclusive discounts, early access to new releases, or special event invitations
- Conduct follow-up communications with past customers to encourage repeat business and gather feedback for continuous improvement
- Leverage our existing Discord community of nearly 300 members (and growing!) to promote new products, upcoming events, and exclusive offers
By implementing this comprehensive sales plan, Loot and Lattes aims to establish a strong market presence, drive consistent revenue growth, and build a loyal customer base. We will regularly review and adjust our strategies based on sales data and customer feedback to ensure we meet our financial goals and provide an exceptional gaming experience for our community.
Loot and Lattes is in the final stages of securing a lease for a premium retail space, encompassing approximately 2,000 square feet, in a high-traffic shopping plaza in Lakewood, CO. This strategically selected location offers significant advantages for our innovative board game store and café concept, including the potential for future expansion into an adjacent warehouse space. The property boasts dedicated customer parking directly in front of our storefront, with access to over 100 additional spaces within the larger plaza complex, ensuring convenient access for our patrons.
The team behind Loot and Lattes (Chris Martinez and Mandy Bova) has decades of experience in gaming, retail, and management. They are passionate about this business, and they have work experience that will allow them to scale and grow the business.
Loot and Lattes plans to use the funds that are acquired to secure their location, make any space improvements necessary, including purchase of appliances and furniture and to purchase their opening inventory of beverages, snacks, trading card game and board game stock.
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