Comcast Business Helps the Roaming Bean Grow From Coffee Cart to Community Anchor in Pittsburgh’s Strip District

The Roaming Bean built a loyal following through its mobile operation – earning national recognition for its creative espresso drinks before taking the step to a permanent location. As the business evolved from wheels to storefront, Founders Penny Folino and her fiancé Eric Fowler knew that reliable technology would be foundational.

Comcast Business delivers the high-speed connectivity, managed WiFi, voice, and wireless backup services The Roaming Bean depends on every day – from processing payments and posting to the widely followed @roamingbeanpgh social media to enabling seamless guest WiFi and keeping communications running during peak hours.

“As we’ve grown, it’s been critical to have a partner that not only keeps us connected, but simplifies the technology behind our operations,” said Penny Folino, founder of The Roaming Bean. “Comcast Business helps take that complexity off our plate, so we can stay focused on our customers, our coffee, and growing the business.”

In a high-traffic environment like the Strip District, reliable connectivity is critical to daily operations. Comcast Business provides The Roaming Bean with a suite of solutions designed to meet the demands of a busy, customer-facing business:

• High-speed Business Internet to support payment processing, operations management, and staff communications
• WiFi Pro with separate, secured networks for staff and guests
• Business Voice for reliable day-to-day communications
• Wireless Connect as a backup connectivity layer in the event of an outage

The storefront’s success has been swift. The Roaming Bean recently won both “Best Local Coffee Shop” and “Best Food Truck” in Pittsburgh Magazine’s 2026 Best of the Burgh awards. With plans to continue growth through a franchise model and explore locations beyond Pittsburgh, The Roaming Bean needs a technology partner that can scale alongside its ambitions. Consistent performance and a single, accountable partner give the team the confidence to focus on growth – and on the quality coffee and genuine customer connection that define the brand.

“Small businesses like The Roaming Bean are the heart of our neighborhoods, and we’re seeing a new wave of entrepreneurs invest in the places they live and serve,” said Aaron Mimran, Regional Vice President of Comcast Business. “Our role is to show up as a local partner and provide the reliable technology and support small business owners like Penny need to open their doors, serve their customers, and build something lasting in their community.”

For small business owners looking for simplified technology solutions, explore all-in-one plans that combine high-speed connectivity and built-in cybersecurity at http://www.comcastbusiness.com/small-business.