ZAP Kick-Off

The Zingerman’s Annual Planning cycle has begun! Of course, we kick things off with plenty of delicious food.

The businesses presented some inspiring goals that will help us achieve our collective vision for the year 2020.

Some things that we heard:

• Bakehouse wants to be a Zero Waste business by 2012. Going for a completely smoke-free workplace. Year round composting.
• Coffee Company wants to promote the seasonal nature of coffee. Active cupping room.
• Roadhouse is working on establishing the bar’s identity. Known for service training.
• Bakehouse offering sabbaticals for staffers who have been here forever.
• Mail Order wants to have the coolest warehouse in the country.
• ZingNet exploring entrepreneurial opportunities to develop skills and supplement income.
• Two new potential businesses in the pipeline — Tunisian restaurant and an Asian noodle shop. (YUM!)

Lots more exciting ideas coming in the next few months!