Everyone has different needs.  My consulting services can be customize to your  specific needs.  My goal is to help you build comfort, gain confidence, and provide a commitment to getting you one step closer to your “dream come true” in the ice cream industry.

A business plan can be a determining factor in many of your business decisions.  I strongly believe that a business plan is an important part of starting a business.  The details involved come together and allow you to see the whole picture.   This helps you make important decisions.

What  is out there?  How can I decide what to make?  How do I make it?  Do you need hands-on experience?  I have a graduate degree in Food Science and technology with a minor in dairy and microbiology.   Ice cream is BOTH a science and an art.  My academic background helps to clearly communicate details in making a  superior product.

Need help in recipe development?  Some people are better at entrees, others at desserts.  The later is me!  I love desserts!  I have a passion for ice cream!   I read ice cream recipe cookbooks for fun!  I like to look at flavoring from all the different angles.

What is gelato?  Gelato is ice cream, Italian-style.  I studied under the Italian gelato master, Mr. Luciano Ferrari.  He taught me the art of gelato.  I have taken this knowledge, and incorporated gelato into my shop without hesitation.  I have gained enough knowledge to be able to present the subject at Penn State’s 101 ice cream course, train for Carpigiani, and consult.

Ice cream cakes and pies extend your menu item.  It provides a creative outlet for your ice cream!  I can get you started on the road to added sales!

I have started and own a small business, Blue Ridge Ice Creams, for over 25 years.  Each year is different.  Each year is a challenge.  Each year has taught me something that I can share with you.  Need suggestions in problem solving operational procedures? or sometimes brainstorming for the purpose of introducing a change?  An outside opinion can be helpful.