Jimmy King

Entrepreneur and hands-on operations leader with 7 years of experience founding, scaling, and managing a successful specialty beverage enterprise across two locations. Proven expertise in end-to-end business operations, including site build-outs, financial management, menu curation, staff development, and brand growth. Dedicated to operational excellence, product quality, and delivering superior customer service.

Founder, Owner & Operator - Teatopia A Boba Project - Long Beach & Brea, CA

(2019-01)

• Spearheaded the end-to-end launch and physical build-out of two specialty drink shops, managing contractors, spatial design, and equipment procurement from concept to grand opening.
• Direct all daily business operations across multiple locations, ensuring consistent execution, quality control, and adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Curated the proprietary menu, leading research and development for specialty matcha, made-to-order teas, and handcrafted boba beverages.
• Managed human resources functions entirely, including recruiting, hiring, training, and scheduling for a team of front-line staff to uphold high standards of customer service.
• Handled comprehensive financial responsibilities, including payroll administration, accounts payable/receivable, inventory purchasing, vendor negotiations, and cash flow management.
• Developed and executed local marketing initiatives and community engagement strategies that drove brand awareness and steady customer retention over a 7-year period.