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

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

During Small Business Month, Comcast Business – the nation’s largest provider of connectivity to small businesses – celebrates a local entrepreneurial success story and hosts a community coffee giveaway

PITTSBURGH–(BUSINESS WIRE)–
What started as a mobile coffee cart in 2022 is now one of Pittsburgh’s most talked-about neighborhood cafés. The Roaming Bean opened its first permanent storefront in the Strip District in January 2026 – and Comcast Business is powering the technology behind it. In celebration of Small Business Month, The Roaming Bean and Comcast Business hosted a community coffee giveaway on May 18th, welcoming Pittsburgh residents to experience the new café and marking a milestone moment for a business built on entrepreneurial grit and community connection.

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.

About Comcast Business

Comcast Business offers a broad suite of technology solutions to keep businesses of all sizes ready for what’s next. With a range of offerings including connectivity, secure networking, advanced cybersecurity, and unified communications solutions, Comcast Business is partnering with business and technology leaders across industries to help drive businesses forward. Backed by a next-generation network, Comcast Business has been recognized for its growth, innovation, and leadership in global secure networking.

For more information, call 800-501-6000. Follow on Twitter @ComcastBusiness and on other social media networks at http://business.comcast.com/social.

About Comcast Corporation

Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences.

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Tori Kornick, Senior Manager, Public Relations

Comcast Corporation

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