You don't have to pay for my lessons twice
I'm Colin Rigter, hospitality entrepreneur and adviser for growth and returns. I've spent years in the trenches myself: as a franchisee, franchise consultant, concept developer and owner of my own restaurant.
Why I do this
Building a hospitality business is a wonderful school. The only catch: the bill lands on your doorstep. In money, in time and sometimes in sleepless nights.
I went through that school myself, with fine successes, difficult periods and lessons you only learn when the responsibility is yours. I use that experience to help you move forward. So you make better choices, spot commercial opportunities sooner and keep more of the work you put into your business.
Book an introduction with ColinI know what happens behind the numbers
A revenue figure tells you how much was sold. It doesn't yet tell you how much effort that took, how your team handled the rush and what is ultimately left for you.
I know the feeling of a business where everything comes together: the concept works, guests come back and the team delivers. I know the other side too. The pressure when results disappoint and you are the one who has to find a solution.
My experience consists of successes and low points alike. Both have shaped me. You learn to look more sharply, adjust earlier and become more honest about what does and doesn't work.
As your adviser I bring those lessons with me. You get a committed sparring partner who understands what your decisions mean on the work floor and on your bank account.
The experience I bring
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15 years
Domino's, 10 of them as a franchisee
Running my own business within a formula, with day-to-day responsibility for the shop, the team and the results.
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6 years
Franchise consultant at New York Pizza
Coaching entrepreneurs and working out together how their stores could perform better.
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10 years
Concept development at Immensus Group
Developing concepts with an eye for their commercial appeal and how they work in practice.
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10 years
My own concept Colins
Built up together with Hassan in our city of Breda, ran it for ten years and recently completed its successful sale. Experience with the full entrepreneurial journey, from an idea of my own to the handover.
Where I can make the difference for your business
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A concept guests choose
What makes your business attractive? Who are you there for? Why do guests come back? I help you sharpen those choices and translate them into your offer, pricing and look and feel. That gives your concept a clear commercial direction.
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More revenue from the opportunities already there
I look at how guests find you, why they order and what they spend. From street visibility and local marketing to catering, delivery and repeat visits. We choose actions that fit your business and check what they actually deliver.
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More grip on margin and operations
A popular product also has to contribute to your results. So we look at your menu, purchasing, staffing and work processes. Where do you earn? Where does time get lost? What can you organise more simply, without losing quality?
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An experienced entrepreneur at your side
Sometimes you know something has to change, but there's no room to choose clearly. Then I think along with you, ask the hard questions and help set priorities. You get my honest judgement and concrete advice you can act on. You stay in charge.
Stronger together for your business
Within De Horecamentor, Ahmed, Hassan and I join forces. Together we bring experience from entrepreneurship, franchising and concept development.
My focus is the connection between concept, marketing, revenue and daily operations. You benefit from three entrepreneurs who have carried the responsibility themselves and think along with you from their own experience. Read the stories of Ahmed and Hassan too.
What do you want to get out of your business?
Do you want to develop a concept, earn more with your current business or work carefully towards growth? Tell me what you're running into. Then we'll see together where your next step lies.
Book an appointment with Colin Or call Colin directly: 06 14400744