Jake graduated with a Bachelor of Science in informatics with a minor in business from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 2021. He began his career as a Service Desk Technician for Gage Telecommunications. He then started working for PJ’s Coffee in November of 2024 and is excited to help optimize and assist with both daily and long-term projects as an Operations Technology Specialist. In his free time, he enjoys reading, practicing the bass guitar, running, and gaming.
Favorite PJ's Drink: Southern Wedding Cake iced latte or Banana’s Foster Cold brew when it’s in season
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Success Freshly Brewed
PJ’s Coffee Franchise Opportunities
Brewing Something Special
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$1,008,567*
Average Unit Volume (AUV)
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192
Locations Operating
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300+
Additional Locations in Development
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34.5%*
4-year Same-Store Sales Increase
Enjoy Lifestyle Freedom
As you evaluate our brand, you will discover that our company culture allows franchisees to enjoy an exciting and fulfilling lifestyle. While a hot cup of our fresh coffee stimulates conversation, business, and success, we are constantly looking for new ways to innovate our methods and maintain our loyal customer base. Our inspiration and passion for creating a gourmet cup of coffee trickles down to our franchisees, managers, baristas, and customers.
About Ballard Brands
Ballard Brands was founded in 2001 by three brothers, Paul, Steve, and Scott Ballard.
Jake Shaheen
Technical Specialist
Quality Service Growing Demand
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Unique Product MixMore than coffee, we bring New Orleans-inspired flavors to our valued customers
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A $100B IndustryAmericans drink approximately 400 million cups of coffee per day
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Community InvolvementWe enrich communities by engaging beyond our storefronts
Coffee Franchise Focused on Quality
Providing premium hand-crafted products is only part of who we are and what we do. At PJ’s, we understand that our customers have quite a few choices when it comes to getting a cup of coffee. That’s why we have put a strong focus on delivering more than just hot beverages and convenient snacks.
Steps to Ownership
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1. Get Your Franchise Brochure
- Complete the online inquiry form
- Download our Coffee Shop Franchise Brochure
- Begin learning about our coffee bar franchise opportunity
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2. Connect with Us
- Receive a call from a Franchise Development Coordinator
- Receive an overview of our evaluation process
- Complete your PJ’s confidential questionnaire
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3. Introduction Call & Disclosure
- Have an introductory call with a Franchise Executive
- Ask any questions you may have about starting your coffee business
- Receive a copy of our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) to review
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4. Discovery Process
- Participate in a series of agenda-specific calls
- Connect with existing PJ’s Franchisees to learn more about their experience
- Receive an invitation to attend Join the Team Day
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5. Join the Team Day
- Tour the PJ’s Coffee Roasting Facility
- Visit PJ’s locations and meet our support teams
- If approved, execute your franchise agreement & join the PJ’s Family
“For anybody thinking about owning and operating a PJ's Coffee, I highly recommend it.”- Bobby Mounts
Learn More About Our Available Markets
Want to bring PJ's to your Community? Don't miss this opportunity to grow with us.
A Taste of New Orleans
As a PJ’s Coffee franchisee, you’ll have access to our full line of specially crafted products. From classic drinks to modern favorites, our line of coffee products is something to savor. We take pride in utilizing only the top 1% of Arabica coffee beans and never keep our roasts on the shelf for more than 90 days. Many PJ’s locations also offer our Beignets, complementing our coffee with a timeless taste of the south like no other coffee shop does.
A Heritage of Hospitality in Every Cup
In today's competitive coffee market, PJ's Coffee stands apart by offering more than just exceptional beverages. Our franchisees don't just serve coffee— they cultivate warm, inviting spaces where baristas know their customers by name and every visit feels like coming home.
Our New Orleans heritage infuses everything we do with authentic southern hospitality, transforming routine coffee runs into meaningful experiences that build loyal customers. With the coffee shop industry growing, now is the perfect time to bring PJ's distinctive blend of community and quality to your market, where you'll create more than a business. You'll build a gathering place that becomes part of your community's daily life.
