A Dorset-based independent coffee supplier is on track to hit the ‘magic million’ just four years after being founded.

Say Coffee, which operates from Arena Offices’ Ferndown location, has gone from strength to strength since it began business in 2020.

It is now projected to generate £1 million revenue a year.

Owner Jeffrey Barnacle faced redundancy in 2020 during the pandemic, prompting him to take a leap of faith and start Say Coffee.

He then moved into his very own office space at Arena Offices in Ferndown having worked in the location previously.

Now a supplier to both local and national clients, Say Coffee’s customer base includes notable names such as Ocean Automotive, Your Local Garden Centre Group, Office Groceries, Hoopers Department Stores, Sandown Mercedes-Benz, Tottenham Hotspur FC, Wimborne Town FC and Daish Hotels.

Jeffrey, who has over 30 years of experience in the coffee industry and was featured on Dorset Biz News in 2022 , said his achievement has reminded him why he chose to bring Say Coffee to life in the first place.

He added: “Starting my own business was daunting, but I always encourage anyone with a dream to take that big step.

“Looking back at the early days, I’m amazed by how far we’ve come.”

“Arena Offices has been integral to my growth.

“They were one of my first clients, and the team at the Ferndown office feels like an extension of my own family.

“The positive working environment with Arena has made a significant impact on Say Coffee, its suppliers and customers.”

Helen Deverill, pictured left, Marketing Director of Arena Offices, said: “We’re committed to nurturing SMEs like Say Coffee to grow into larger companies.

“We saw Jeffrey’s vision and know just how important it is for every size business to work in an uplifting environment, where success is part of the everyday.

“It’s wonderful to see Jeffrey enjoying success.

“He’s truly passionate about his business, and hitting the magic million is an incredible achievement. Plus, his coffee tastes great!”

Arena Offices has locations across Berkshire, Surrey, Hampshire and Dorset, providing diverse workspaces for businesses to collaborate and perform.