Jacob Cooper started Pizza Bagel NYC in February and now brings in over $20,000 per month. Cooper left his six-figure tech job to start the business without any restaurant experience, tapping into his equity for funding. The company’s revenue grew from $3,000 in February to $22,800 in October.

Cooper shared that his background as a CTO provided experience in managing people and teams but lacked knowledge of commercial kitchens. Despite initial challenges, Pizza Bagel NYC saw significant growth, making $20,000 in September. Most revenue comes from pop-ups, catering, and farmers’ markets, with weather affecting sales.

The business faced hurdles due to weather impacting farmers’ market foot traffic. Cooper took a risk on people’s nostalgia for pizza bagels, turning it into a successful venture. He emphasized the importance of enjoying what you do to avoid burnout. The company’s success surprised Cooper, who enjoys customer feedback and finds joy in his work.

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