AllBoss, Carts with a Cause- The Next-Gen Lemonade Stand

AllBoss started as the dream of a nine-year-old boy named Tate. He created the first AllBoss cart, SnackBoss to sell snacks at his brother’s baseball games as a way to earn money for gaming equipment.

To everyone’s surprise, Tate’s SnackBoss business attracted a lot of attention and was a ballfield hit. SnackBoss became a way for Tate to make new friends, engage with the community, and learn important life skills. 

The original SnackBoss cart was a modified wagon. Not only was it unsafe on hills, it was heavy, unstable, a nightmare to transport and setup.  Tate and his mom spent hours merchandising and getting his SnackBoss cart together each time Tate used it. This was difficult to fit into a busy schedule already packed to the brim with work, school, homework, and sibling care. 

They did some research and saw that there was no out-of-the-box solution to help kids EASILY execute a business idea, benefit from learning entrepreneurship, and become a Boss. There were lemonade and craft stands but those also required, time, effort, and resources even moreso than Tate’s cart. Also, Tate did not like the idea of sitting still at a stand.

As SnackBoss, Tate acquired money management, social, and leadership skills. He developed confidence, independence, and embraced the business and ‘Boss’ title.

 Tate’s AllBoss idea came at a time when he needed it the most. The 4th grade was a challenge and he was struggling both academically and socially. Being autistic and understanding what that meant for him added to the stress and confusion.  He wanted to fit in with his peers but struggled to build connections.

SnackBoss filled a gap for Tate and gave him confidence and improved his self-image in ways that school and extracurriculars could not. 

AllBoss allowed Tate to be his authentic self and build relationships structured around things he was passionate about, snacks and video games.

 Every week, Tate and his new friends got together and sold snacks, ate snacks, and had fun. 

Tate’s wish is that AllBoss ignites the creative and entrepreneurial spirit in kids, inspiring them to dream big and not just imagine a business but create it. By making this process EASY Tate hopes that more kids can now benefit from becoming a Boss like he did.

AllBoss makes small carts used to display and sell merchandise. The unique slanted design allows you to display merchandise and the cart becomes your own mobile storefront. The cart exterior (skin and canopy) is easily personalized to your business and that branding is interchangeable between cart owners and/or ideas. The cart is collapsible and easily transportable. 

AllBoss has four pre-branded cart personalities to choose from. SnackBoss, DrinkBoss, ToyBoss and BeadBoss.

Alternatively, we have a BossBuilder where you can personalize a cart to your pre-existing brand. Either option allows you to create a professional looking mobile storefront. 

Your AllBoss cart comes with a uniform. This consists of an apron and hat, also branded for your business. Additional uniforms are available to purchase.

The interior of the cart is also customizable. BossPacks includes everything you need for selling particular items. They come with the display stands setup with merchandise. All you need to do is open the box and set the stand and merchandise in the cart. You can order as many BossPacks as you want to sell a variety of things.

AllBoss solves the problem of how to get kids outdoors, off screens, engaged with their peers, their community and building skills. An AllBoss cart gives kids and preteens the feeling of business ownership. AllBoss carts look and feel professional. They are simple to use and easy to setup. They have logos, they are colorful, have distinct display designs, and come with uniforms.

One of the major problems for existing kid entrepreneurs is the time and effort that it takes to create and setup their business. Before AllBoss, it was taking co-founder Megan an hour minimum to help Tate setup his SnackBoss cart. Sadly, there were baseball games where Tate wanted to do SnackBoss but there just wasn’t enough time to get everything together between work, school, siblings, homework, etc. Yes, there are parents with the capacity to do this for their kids. However, there is a large untapped market of parents that are not thinking about this, their kids haven’t asked, or they just don’t have the time or capacity. All kids can benefit from learning about Entrepreneurship and AllBoss Carts want to get this on more parent’s radar by making the process incredibly easy for busy families to do. The carts come with everything you need out-of-the-box, they transport easily and setup can be done in less than five minutes.

Also, similar to co-founder Tate, not every kid finds their “niche” in school or in sports. Entrepreneurship can provide a much-needed boost in confidence and self-esteem by helping them make friends and build social networks.

AllBoss carts have an innovative design that is the first of its kind. The unique slanted front allows for improved viewing of cart contents. The rear compartment can hold a cooler or has a tabletop attachment where the underneath section is used for storage.

The front canvas compartment is also separated from the back compartment. This is done intentionally to eliminate the shifting of cart contents when in motion.

AllBoss carts are smaller than a beach wagon or garden wagon. This makes it easier for kids to manage the carts independently. They are also is lightweight and easy to collapse.  Portability is essential for busy families and they need to be able to quickly throw the cart in the trunk or in storage.

AllBoss carts can be setup in minutes. Lemonade stands require significant setup and teardown whereas an AllBoss cart can simply be rolled into place. Also, stands and booths require sitting or staying in a single place. AllBoss carts move, encourage walking, and can easily keep up with their busy bosses.

It was very important for the AllBoss cart to be sturdy and not topple over like a garden wagon. AllBoss carts also needed reliable breaks. The push bar and pull handle makes it much easier for two kids to maneuver the cart together, especially on difficult types of terrain like hills and in sand.

The canopy poles use color coding to help kids line up the bars. AllBoss also uses color coded Velcro to help kids line up the base skins. Our version 2 prototype used snaps but Co-founder Tate said that was too difficult for kids who struggle with fine motor skills.

All fabric components of the cart are made from durable UV-protected weatherproof fabric.

The fun colorful rims snap in and out of the wheel well allowing for quick style and color changes. 

What truly makes the AllBoss cart magical is its ability to be personalized. Everything is interchangeable, from the canopy skins, rims, inserts, to the branding. This lets a kid’s creativity soar as they try new and exciting business ideas with their AllBoss cart.

• AlllBoss carts are collapsible, and transportable, so you would open it first. 
• You then put on the canopy and skin color you are using that day. 
• You affix your logo (this is done with velcro). Add the color rim inserts you are using. 
• Then you merchandise your cart by opening your BossPack and placing it’s contents directly within the cart.

For example, BeadBoss carts have bracelet display inserts. Determine the pricing for the items you are selling. Affix the pricing tags and QR codes for Venmo, CashApp, Zelle, etc. Get your starting drawer ready, typically $10 in small bills. Put on your hat and apron and grab your friends. Always bring an adult with you while selling for supervision.

Never sell in a public place without permission.

AllBoss carts teach life-skills to kids through the journey of entrepreneurship. Similar to the concept of a lemonade stand, AllBoss carts inspire kids to create business ideas. Snacks, art, jewelry, slime, candy, popcorn, lemonade, 3D printing, baked goods – whatever the kid dreams up, they can style a cart to fit their brand. The carts come with a matching uniform (hat and apron) so kid cart owners feel like a real “Boss”.

AllBoss cart’s innovative design is the first of its kind. The cart is smaller than a traditional wagon, lightweight, collapsable, and therefore easily transportable. Its unique slanted front is designed for the display of merchandise and easy viewing. All the exterior elements velcro on and off so kids can switch up their business ideas within minutes and families with multiple children can support unlimited businesses with a single cart frame.

AllBoss has a BossBuilder where you buy the cart frame and the rest is customizable and interchangeable. Kids can pick the color/pattern of the skins, canopy, rims, and select what type of BossPack best suited to their product(s).  Alternatively, AllBoss has four cart personalities SnackBoss, DrinkBoss, BeadBoss, and ToyBoss. If you buy a combo, it comes with everything you need right out of the box. The simplicity here is great for kids that might need some motivation to start their own business. AllBoss strives to provide options for any kid wanting to be a Boss, regardless of their neurotype and abilities.

AllBoss’s mission is to spark the creative and entrepreneurial spirit in kids using inventive carts to bring their business dreams to life.

Authenticity is at the core of everything we do. AllBoss has a big heart for our friends who are special and different. Recognizing and talking about these differences is part of our goal to normalize and destigmatize neurodiversity. The ALL in AllBoss means that our carts are for everyone as we strive to be inclusive as a company and as a provider. We are currently exploring ways to adapt our cart to individuals in wheelchairs. Our carts are also available to adults with disabilities. 

Our objective is to empower children to be independent, innovative, and create things they are passionate about, while connecting with others in meaningful ways. AllBoss carts are kid-centric, customized to each individual, and their vision. 

Our aim is for AllBoss to motivate kids to embrace their authentic selves and pursue their passions. 

This Kickstarter campaign is the end of a 1.5-year product development process and what we hope is the beginning and official launch of AllBoss. We have a strong vision for the future of AllBoss and many ideas that we hope to bring to fruition in the coming years. We hope that you join us on this exciting journey.

Our dream for the future of AllBoss is to continue producing quality carts and cart accessories that keep up with the imagination of our users. Kids love to personalize their carts and be creative. We envision creating many different skin combinations, logos and merchandise inserts to support the demand.  We also want to print custom logos as part of our BossBuilder product.

Any parent of a kid entrepreneur knows how much effort goes into merchandising, setup, and teardown. Therefore, AllBoss has created BossPacks to make this process effortless. BossPacks have all of the cart item’s setup in their stands and displayed perfectly, ready to be set into the cart directly out of the box.

We have several BossPacks available now. However, we foresee regularly releasing new BossPack styles. 

There are two types of BossPacks. The BossPacks for SnackBoss, DrinkBoss and ToyBoss are ready to go with all the merchandise displayed right out of the box. The BossPacks for BeadBoss, CraftBoss and ArtBoss include the supplies to paint, create jewelry or crafting items. For these BossPacks, the child can either make the items first or use their own items if they already have them made.

BossPacks are interchangeable and compatible with any cart type. This will keep your little Boss busy creating and trying new things.

BossGiving is a needs-based program that donates carts to qualifying youth and organizations.

Here at AllBoss, we see the positive impact that carts have on developing self-esteem, social skills, executive functioning skills and life skills. Cart usage can be especially transformational to those needing an outlet for human connection due to cognitive, emotional, or physical differences. Therefore, we want to develop the AllBoss BossGiving program to donate carts to individuals and organizations who cannot otherwise afford them.

AllBoss envisions local events where kids can come together with their carts to safely learn, sell, trade, and play. We would like to hire Regional Marketplace Coordinators to organize local standalone events and get permission for kids to attend preexisting events. This position would have a flexible family-friendly schedule and compensation plan. Attending an AllBoss Marketplace will be an option available to kids and families at no additional cost. 

AllBoss would like to include an illustrated guidebook along with our carts. It would include things like tips on how to decide on a product to sell, put the cart together, calculate profit margins, merchandise the cart, build a team, and navigate sales interactions. We are looking for strategic partners to collaborate with on this project and would especially love to partner with a neurodivergent voice.

AllBoss carts come with many different components and are a new design. Therefore, they are not the easiest or cheapest product to manufacture. That said, we want to try to offer as many things as possible because our ultimate vision is to allow for a cart’s complete customization.  

We have some super stretchy stretch goals and would love to hit these targets. If we surpass these funding goals, all of our customers will be able to select from these options in the post-campaign survey.

We have partnered with Project Evo (www.productevo.io), renowned for their excellence and rigorous quality control processes. With offices in China and onsite employees overseeing production, we ensure that every product meets the highest standards of craftsmanship. We have partnered with a factory in China and are already getting the molds together. Project Evo has provided us with two fulltime project managers. One is based here in the USA and the other is in China working directly with the factory onsite. We hope to have our carts ready to ship early 2025 or sooner. 

I understand that everyone is really excited and anxious to get their AllBoss cart. Trust me when I say that no one is more excited about getting our inventory than your new friends at AllBoss. We are doing everything we can to move as quickly as possible. We have been told “you have to go slow to go fast” when it comes to quality control and making sure the products align with our vision.