Napa Valley is known for the quality of foods produced there. To start a business selling these foods, you will need to gather a working knowledge of the business as well as the culture, taste and flare of Napa Valley. Read on to learn start a business selling foods from Napa Valley.
Instructions
1. Determine your investment goals, your business's design and management and your marketing plan. Put these together in a comprehensive business plan that outlines what your business will be, how it will run and how you will make a profit. Present this business plan to lenders both online and locally to finance your business start-up.
2. Figure out which Napa Valley products you wish to sell. Packaged foods, wines and homemade products are available to buy directly from manufacturers and distributors in Napa Valley. Be sure all the product they use in their food is from Napa Valley to ensure your product is true to its label. Companies such as Made In Napa Valley allow you to buy products online.
3. Choose Napa Valley wholesalers that may supply you with opportunities for buying Napa Valley foods. Choose the foods your business will sell and purchase the quantities you will need. Drop shippers can be arranged to meet your needs.
4. Contact wine distributors if you will sell Napa Valley wine, one of the most sought after food products from the region. Wine manufacturers throughout the Napa Valley sell directly to the consumer, but sell to distributors and businesses who will sell to the public as well. Contact these companies directly.
5. Set up on online business or a local business selling Napa Valley products you have purchased. Online retail outlets for Napa Valley foods is a popular option, but many local markets will do well with the natural, sun dried flavors the region has to offer to you.
