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Business Consultant Spotlight: Angell & Phelps Chocolate Factory

Who they are & what they sell/products

Angell & Phelps Chocolate Factory has been hand-crafting fine chocolates and candies since 1925. Located at 154 S. Beach Street in Daytona Beach, Florida, the family-owned shop uses traditional recipes and techniques to produce truffles, molds, chocolate-covered goodies (e.g., bacon, pretzels, potato chips), fudge, and sugar-free options. Daytona Beach+1 Visitors can view the production through windows and sample the product in-shop. angellandphelps.com

Why are they popular? What do customers say?

Customers consistently praise the welcoming staff, the rich aroma, and the variety of high-quality treats. For example, one review says:

“Best chocolate shop that I have ever been to! … amazing chocolate.” angellandphelps.com
Another highlights the sensory experience:
“The moment you step inside, the smell of chocolate fills the air and immediately makes you hungry.”
The fact that visitors can observe the chocolate-making process adds a “destination” feel, not just a retail stop.

Who are their competitors & how do they align with them?

In the broader Florida market of gourmet chocolatiers and confectionery shops, competitors include local artisanal businesses like William Dean Chocolates (Largo) and Hoffman’s Chocolates (Palm Beach County). William Dean focuses on small-batch, hand-painted truffles with premium sourcing. Hoffman’s is a larger manufacturer with multiple retail outlets and broader distribution.

Angell & Phelps aligns by maintaining a strong local heritage brand and visitor experience (factory viewing + sampling) rather than scaling to large chain status. Their niche is “tourist-meets-local artisan,” rather than high-volume national distribution. Thus their competitive position relies on unique location (Daytona Beach) and experience rather than purely price or distribution.

How can a business consultant help?

A business consultant can add real value to Angell & Phelps by refining and documenting their chocolate-making process for improved operational consistency and efficiency. For example: map each step from raw ingredient receipt → tempering → molding → cooling → packaging; identify bottlenecks; standardize batch sizes and yields. On the sourcing side, the consultant can help identify multiple reliable raw-material suppliers (especially for cocoa, sugar, specialty ingredients like flavored fillings) so the factory isn’t vulnerable to changing tariff regimes or import disruptions. The consultant can also develop a raw-material diversification plan (local, domestic, import-hedged), negotiate contracts, and build contingency plans for ingredient price spikes. Finally, a consultant can assist in aligning production capacity with peak tourist seasons (like Daytona Bike Week or spring break) and in crafting a premium gift-box strategy to boost margins.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can a business consultant help established Daytona Beach companies like Angell & Phelps Chocolate Factory?
A: Experienced consultants analyze existing operations, streamline production, and improve sourcing strategies. For example, local manufacturers like Angell & Phelps benefit from refining their chocolate-making process, identifying multiple cocoa suppliers, and building cost-efficient systems resilient to tariff or shipping changes. The same strategic support applies to other Daytona Beach businesses looking to scale efficiently.

What makes your business consulting approach unique for Daytona Beach entrepreneurs?
A: Dr. Paul Borosky’s Organize-Plan-Grow™ Strategy focuses on clarity, accountability, and measurable progress. Rather than theory, every session results in documented steps for organization, growth, and financial control — ideal for startups, retail stores, or legacy family businesses seeking modern structure without losing their roots.

Do you work with both new startups and long-established local brands?
A: Absolutely. Whether launching a new venture near the boardwalk or optimizing a decades-old family shop, our consulting adapts to your goals. We’ve helped startups build investor-ready plans and established firms improve cash flow, restructure teams, and expand into new markets across Volusia County.

What’s the first step to get business consulting help in Daytona Beach?
A: Call or text Dr. Paul Borosky, MBA at 321-948-9588 to schedule a free discovery session. You’ll discuss your challenges — from financial projections to process improvement — and leave with a clear action plan for growth and profitability.

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Author: Dr. Paul Borosky, MBA.

Dr. Paul Borosky, MBA and DBA is the founder of Quality Business Plan, creator of Dr. Paul's Organize-Plan-Grow Strategy, author of numerous published books on Amazon, and publisher of over 1,000 business focused videos on YouTube. For over 14 years, he has helped entrepreneurs and small business owners turn business concepts and dreams into tangible businesses through my business plan writing services, in-person and virtual business consulting, as well as with my financial models. Dr. Paul has helped clients secure $50M+ in funding and launched 1,000+ businesses as a business plan writer and business consultant using his proprietary Organize-Plan-Grow Strategy. Most recently, Dr. Paul has expanded his expertise into AI Business Integration, developing industry-leading strategies that use custom created and trained AI agents to automate workflows, increase efficiency, and give businesses a sustainable competitive edge.