NewsFolio Weekly (Jacksonville alternative weekly)May 26, 2026Duval County
The Story of The Scoop N Scootery
The Scoop N Scootery began as a small business created by a college student to help pay off his student loans. The founder delivered ice cream to fellow students late at night to provide a convenient dessert option on campus.
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This story highlights how a simple side project can grow into a successful business venture.
Key Facts
- The business was started by Austin Crittenden while he was a student at Tufts University.
- The service provided late-night ice cream delivery to students who did not want to leave their dorms.
- The venture evolved from a way to pay off student debt into a larger dessert business.