Opening an ice cream shop is more than a whimsical idea — it's a business model built for joy and profitability. From creamy classics to trendy flavors, the U.S. ice cream market is worth over $13 billion, and it continues to grow. But success in this sweet industry requires more than good taste. It takes planning, smart investments, and technology that works with you — like a customizable POS software solution that keeps inventory, employees, and sales under control. In this ultimate guide, you'll get everything you need to go from idea to grand opening, including: Realistic startup cost breakdowns Layout suggestions with visuals Staffing and daily operations Marketing strategies Licensing and legal requirements POS system essentials tailored to ice cream shops Funding options Tools, checklists, and a downloadable calculator And to bring it all together, meet Sarah, an aspiring entrepreneur who turned her dream into a successful scoop shop in downtown Columbus, Ohio. We’ll follow her journey as a way to show you what this looks like in real life. 1. Meet Sarah: A [...]