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Management Capstone
Mon, 05/06/2019 - 15:38
Abstract: The management capstone planned an event for the Paul Smiths college community to partake in. They conducted interviews of event planners, spoke to different departments within the school, created a budget, and executed the event. Their event was based around earth day and sustainable practices. They were able to track the number of attendees through a sign-in sheet and satisfaction of the event through a survey. The capstone students learned what it takes to plan events, how to execute them, and how to track their impact on the community involved.
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Major: Entrepreneurial Business Studies
Year: 2019
File Attachments: MGT 490 Capstone Final Paper w DML (1).docx
Managing a Successful Bakery
Mon, 12/10/2018 - 16:15
Abstract: For this capstone we were given the responsibility of running the A.P. Smith's Bakery for eight weeks. These responsibilities included the management of student employees, and the creation of menus, production lists and ordering sheets.
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Major: Baking and Pastry Arts
Year: 2018
File Attachments: Final Capstone Paper.docx
A study of how different liquids affect the fermentation process in breads.
Sun, 05/07/2017 - 14:41
Abstract: We all know that different liquids have different densities and will affect any product you are making in a unique way than the other. But how exactly do different liquids affect the fermentation of yeast in a bread dough. In this paper, I will go on to tell you about five different liquids and the type of bread I chose to use for the trials. I will also go into why I chose that type of bread and touch on the history of it.
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Major: Baking and Pastry Arts, Baking Arts and Service Management
Year: 2017
File Attachments: Kassede Andriola Capstone Poster.pptx
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final capstone portfolio.docx
Product Feasibility Plan:Little ADK
Fri, 04/28/2017 - 10:35
Abstract: Little ADK’s is a take-home wilderness experience for children between the
ages of 4-11. This is an oyster mushroom growing kit that will help a child bring the
magic and wonders of the Adirondacks back home, outside the Blue Line (the term used
to define the Adirondack Park Preserve.). This pod-based garden system allows children, as well as adults, the
opportunity to grow their very own Adirondack native plants. Little ADK’s also comes
with an informational booklet and an educational coloring book describing the
importance and beauty of the Adirondack Park.
Little ADK will be marketed to tourist within the Park as well as to native
wilderness lovers. Those purchasing the product can feel environmentally conscientious
as Little ADK’s donates 10% of profits toward the preservation of the Adirondack
Mountains.
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Major: Entrepreneurial Business Studies
Year: 2017
File Attachments: Little_ADK_JoshuaClemens.pdf
Loopy's Diner: A business Plan
Wed, 04/26/2017 - 10:34
Abstract: Loopy's diner is a proposed eatery in the Auburn, NY area. Loopy's diner looks to put a healthy spin on casual fare such as burgers, fries, etc while integrating locally sourced ingredients.
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Major: Food Service and Beverage Management
Year: 2017
File Attachments: Business Plan-Lupien.docx
Flight of 5 Food Truck Company
Tue, 04/26/2016 - 10:16
Abstract: The Flight of Five Food Truck Company is run by Catherine Bergman and her colleague Malik Pryce. They are both hard working and determined business workers. Catherine Bergman has her degree in Food Service and Beverage Management and Culinary Arts and Malik Pryce has worked in many restaurants where he has been on his way into a management position and has been working with Catherine since 2015. The Flight of Five Food Truck Company is located and run in Lockport New York. Where weIt has a plan on selling items named after local colleges’ and universities’ names and mascots. The Flight of Five Food Truck Company is named after the 5 five locks on the Erie Canal, we and this company wanted to have a historical tie in to our business and the town.
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Major: Food Service and Beverage Management
Year: 2016
File Attachments: Flight of FIve final.docx
Jenkins Café
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 07:25
Abstract: Jenkins’ Café will be a quick service café establishment located at the base of Jenkins Mountain, along the trail systems of the Visitor’s Interpretive Center (VIC). The VIC has recently become an entity of Paul Smith’s College, allowing greater flexibility of management, away from State jurisdiction. About three miles into the VIC’s trail system is the base of Jenkins’ Mountain, the location for Jenkins’ Café.
Jenkins’ Café will serve local residents, Paul Smith’s College students, and VIC visitors’ quick meals consisting of sandwiches, soups, and salads while they utilize the VIC trails. Warm and cold beverages will also be available for service, including a small selection of beer and wine. Hikers, cross-country skiers, bird watchers, snowmobilers, and anyone participating in any VIC activities, can enjoy these fares when they arrive at Jenkins’ Café.
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Major: Food Service and Beverage Management
Year: 2016
File Attachments: Capstone Final.docx
Pair and Compare Capstone
Thu, 04/28/2016 - 13:15
Abstract: Pair and Compare is a business concept that came from the culmination of a four year degree in Food Service and Beverage Management at Paul Smiths College. This capstone is broken into two parts. The first is a wine/tea tasting and food pairing prototype event that showcased possible pairings to collect data. The second part is to use the data and research to determine if a viable and profitable business similar to this event can be realized
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Major: Food Service and Beverage Management
Year: 2016
File Attachments: Pair and Compare Capstone Paper
The Portable Glass Business Plan
Wed, 12/02/2015 - 10:18
Abstract: This is a capstone on a business plan for a start up company. This business is an educational style catering company that teaches classes on how to pair foods with various alcoholic spirits (beer, wine,and hard cider). The business itself is based out of Burlington, Vermont and does business throughout the Champlain Valley areas of Vermont and New York.
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Major: Food Service and Beverage Management
Year: 2015
File Attachments: The Business Plan
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Appendix C.
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Appendix D.
Green Mountain Food Truck Company: Business and Feasibility Plan
Wed, 04/29/2015 - 11:22
Abstract: Executive Summary:
Mission Statement:
The Green Mountain Food Truck Company’s mission is to offer Burlington’s Students, Locals and Explorers alike quick, convenient and totally amazing food, which you and your wallet can enjoy.
Management Plan:
The Green Mountain Food Truck Company’s will be a member-managed Limited Liability Company, organized in the state of Vermont. Jonathan Spaeth is the Head Chef and Owner-Operator, and manages day-to-day operations.
Operation Plan:
The Green Mountain Food Truck Company will operate 7 days a week, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner (seasonally) and munchies each day, and operate 8:30am – 3:00pm. Pre ordering is available to reduce the ticket times, and increase the amount of customers served at one time.
Marketing Plan:
The Green Mountain Food Truck Company will use multiple promotion opportunities, using social media outlets, email, and at Green Mountain Food Truck Company.
Financial Statement:
The Green Mountain Food Truck Company will need $95,320 in starting capital. Mr. Spaeth will make a contribution of 25% with the remaining 75% obtained through a loan.
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Major: Food Service and Beverage Management
Year: 2015
File Attachments: VFTC bplan.pdf