Stop Wasting Time on Cold Leads Prioritize the Customers Who'll Boost Your Brew Sales
Imagine scoring leads that actually show up for that morning rush order. With our custom AI lead scoring, coffee shops like yours see a 30% increase in conversion rates and cut follow-up time by half. No more chasing ghosts when you could be perfecting your pour-over.
Join 150+ businesses with skyrocketing customer loyalty
The "Lead Overload" Problem
Chasing event inquiries for off-site catering that fizzle out before the first menu tasting
Missing repeat customers hidden in catering quote requests
Overloaded mornings from unqualified walk-in promo sign-ups at the counter during breakfast rush
Struggling to prioritize loyalty program sign-ups during slow shifts
Wasted promo budget on leads who never return for their free coffee drip sample
Manual sorting of social media shoutouts from foodie posts that don't convert to table reservations or takeout orders
Our Custom-Built Lead Scoring Tailored to Your Coffee Shop's Rhythm
We've helped over 50 food service spots, including bustling coffee chains, turn chaotic lead lists into revenue goldmines.
Why Choose Us
Let's be honest, off-the-shelf lead scorers treat every business like a generic diner. But your coffee shop? It's all about that perfect blend of morning commuters and weekend brunch crowds. We build a custom AI system from the ground up, trained on your unique data—like peak-hour foot traffic and seasonal latte surges. You're probably thinking, 'How does this fit my workflow?' Here's the thing: we integrate it directly with your POS and email lists, scoring leads based on behaviors that matter to you, like repeat app orders or event RSVPs. Flexible, scalable, and owned by you—no subscriptions chaining you down.
What Makes Us Different:
Why This Perfect Fit Transforms Your Daily Grind
Skyrocket Conversions Without Extra Hustle
Picture this: instead of following up on every Instagram like for your seasonal latte specials, our system flags the ones ready to order bulk wholesale beans for their menu. Independent coffee shops using it report a 40% jump in closed wholesale deals within the first quarter, freeing you to innovate new syrup flavors rather than chase flaky inquiries.
Streamline Operations for Smoother Service
No more baristas pulling double duty on lead emails during the lunch rush. Our tailored scoring automates prioritization of catering quotes and supplier requests, cutting manual reviews by 25 hours a week. It's like having an extra hand in the kitchen, ensuring your team delivers that warm, personalized service for every diner.
Boost Loyalty with Precision Targeting
We score leads on intent signals unique to food service spots, like app engagement with daily specials during peak promo hours or repeat orders of signature dishes. Result? A 35% increase in repeat visits, turning one-time walk-ins into loyal patrons who rave about your house-made pastries and ethically sourced roasts.
What Clients Say
"Before AIQ Labs, we were drowning in leads from our farmers' market pop-ups—most never even picked up their free roast samples or followed through on bulk orders. Their custom scoring system now prioritizes the serious wholesale inquiries based on engagement with our tasting notes, and we've doubled our B2B coffee bean orders in just three months. It's a game-changer for our small artisan roastery."
Maria Gonzalez
Owner, Bean Haven Artisan Roastery
"I thought lead scoring was just for big chains, but this setup analyzes our loyalty app data on app orders for seasonal blends perfectly. Last holiday season, it helped us focus on high-scorers for gift card upsells on espresso drinks, adding $5K to our December revenue without hiring extra baristas. Finally, tech that gets the daily coffee grind."
Tyler Jenkins
General Manager, Urban Brew Cafe
"Our catering leads were all over the place after wedding and corporate events, with quotes for plated meals going cold. AIQ's tool scores them based on follow-up emails, past buffet orders, and event size estimates, so we nailed a 15-event corporate contract this year worth $20K. Saved us weeks of guesswork—now we can focus on perfecting those pour-over espresso shots for in-house guests."
Samantha Lee
Catering Operations Lead, Roast & Rally Events
Simple 3-Step Process
Discovery and Data Dive
We start by chatting about your coffee shop's unique flow—your peak rushes, favorite promos, and lead sources. Then, we map your existing data from POS systems to build a foundation that fits like a custom mug.
Custom Model Build
Our engineers craft an AI model trained on your specifics, like scoring event RSVPs higher if they're from local offices. We test it against your past sales data for accuracy before going live.
Integration and Launch
We plug it into your workflow—think auto-updates in your CRM during slow shifts. You get a simple dashboard to tweak scores, and we train your team so it's seamless from day one.
Why We're Different
What's Included
Common Questions
How does lead scoring work specifically for a coffee shop like mine?
Great question—it's all about your world. We train the AI on your data, like POS transactions showing who buys lattes versus wholesale bags. It assigns scores from 1-100 based on intent signals: a lead RSVPing to a tasting event with a history of app orders gets a high score. Low ones, like random newsletter sign-ups without follow-through, drop to the bottom. Integrated with your tools, it updates in real-time, so during a busy morning, you see prioritized outreach without manual sorting. We've seen shops cut chase time by 50%, focusing on leads that turn into loyal regulars. It's custom, so we tweak it for your peak hours or promo cycles.
What's the difference between your custom system and off-the-shelf lead scoring apps?
Here's the thing: generic apps force a one-size-fits-all model that doesn't get coffee shop nuances, like scoring a catering lead higher if it's for a weekend brunch versus a weekday meeting. Our build is tailored—we dive into your workflow, integrating directly with Square or your email lists to score based on exact behaviors, like repeat drip coffee buyers. No brittle connections or subscription traps; you own a scalable system that grows with you. For instance, a client shop used ours to prioritize loyalty upsells, boosting revenue 25% without extra tools. It's flexible for your ops, not a rigid template.
How long does it take to set up lead scoring for my coffee shop?
You're probably thinking it'll disrupt your grind—nah. We kick off with a quick discovery call to understand your leads, from pop-up event sign-ups to online orders. Building the model takes 4-6 weeks, including testing against your historical data for accuracy. Integration with your POS or CRM? Another 1-2 weeks, with minimal downtime. Total launch in under two months, and we provide hands-on training so your team can use it from day one. One shop went live in five weeks and saw scored leads convert 30% faster right away. It's built to slot into your daily rhythm without the hassle.
Can this integrate with my existing coffee shop software?
Absolutely, and that's where we shine. We create deep, two-way connections to tools like Toast for POS data, Mailchimp for email leads, or even your Google Calendar for event RSVPs. No superficial plugs that break during rush hour—our custom APIs ensure seamless flow, pulling in order histories to score leads on purchase potential. For example, if a lead's inquired about bulk roasts, it cross-references your inventory data for timely follow-up. We've integrated with over 20 food service platforms, so your unique stack is no issue. Result: a unified view that boosts efficiency without juggling apps.
What kind of results can a small coffee shop expect from this?
Let's be honest, small shops like yours often see the biggest wins. Our system helps prioritize the 20% of leads driving 80% of sales—like turning a corporate happy hour inquiry into a recurring order. Expect 25-40% higher conversion rates in the first few months, with follow-up time slashed by half. A local roastery client, with just two locations, added $15K in quarterly revenue by focusing on high-scored wholesale prospects. It's not magic; it's AI tuned to your customer experience focus, reducing waste on cold leads so you can emphasize operational efficiency and that personal touch customers love.
Is the lead scoring system secure for my customer data?
Security is non-negotiable, especially with sensitive order and contact info in food service. We build with enterprise-grade encryption and compliance in mind, storing data on secure, owned servers—not rented clouds prone to breaches. Access is role-based, so only your team sees scored leads, and we audit integrations to prevent leaks. For coffee shops handling loyalty details, this means GDPR-level protection without the headache. A client in a regulated area praised how our setup passed their compliance check effortlessly, letting them focus on brews, not worries.
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