Company Profile For Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Inc

Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc., together with its subsidiaries (GMCR, Inc.) is engaged in the specialty coffee and coffee maker businesses. It sells over 200 whole bean and ground coffee selections, cocoa, teas and coffees in K-Cup portion packs, Keurig single-cup brewers, and other accessories. The Company operates in two business segments: Specialty Coffee business unit (SCBU) and Keurig business unit (Keurig). As of November 13, 2009, the Company acquired the Timothy’s World Coffee brand and the licensed Emeril’s brand.

BRIEF: For the fiscal year ended 26 September 2009, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Inc.'s revenues increased 61% to $803M. Net income increased totaled $55.9M, up from $22.3M. Revenues reflect an increase in sales from Specialty Coffee Business Unit and higher revenue from Keurig Business Unit. Net income also reflects the presence of patent litigation settlement income vs. an expense, a decrease in interest expenses and higher gross margins.