From Tech to Tonic: How Stefan and Bar Setup are revolutionising the Cocktail Stations industry
Stefan Pertea - Co-founder Bar Setup
Interview with Stefan, our co-founder and head of sales and marketing.
Stefan is a tech guy with more than 14 years experience in big IT companies and an entrepreneur for more than 10 years.
His friendship with Theo brought them together in this startup that became the leader and trend setter of the Romanian cocktail stations market. He is a fluent English and French speaker.
1. Can you tell us a little bit about how Bar Setup got started and what inspired you to create stainless steel cocktail stations?
- Bar Setup was founded seven years ago by myself and my co-founder, Theo. We noticed that there was a growing demand for high-quality cocktail stations in Romania, but there were very few options available on the market that met our standards. We decided to create our own stainless steel cocktail stations to meet this demand.
2. How has your background in big IT companies influenced your work at Bar Setup?
- My background in big IT companies has given me a strong foundation in project management, innovation, and customer service. These skills have been invaluable in helping me grow Bar Setup and develop our products and services. Also, the fact that i speak fluently English and French helped us in our international expansion.
3. How has Bar Setup been able to become a leader in the Romanian market for cocktail stations?
- We’ve been able to become a leader in the Romanian market by focusing on quality, customer service, and innovation. We’ve always put our customers first and have worked hard to exceed their expectations. Additionally, we’re always looking for ways to improve our products and stay ahead of the competition.
4. You mentioned that you’ve recently started selling internationally. How has that experience been so far?
- Selling internationally has been a challenging but rewarding experience for us. We’ve had to navigate new markets, regulations, and cultural differences, but we’ve also been able to reach a wider audience and grow our business in exciting ways.
5. Can you share any exciting plans or projects that Bar Setup has in the works for the future?
- We’re always working on new and exciting projects at Bar Setup! Currently, we’re focused on expanding our international presence and developing new products and services that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
6. How important is customer service to Bar Setup, and how do you ensure that your customers are satisfied with their cocktail stations?
- Customer service is extremely important to us at Bar Setup. We want our customers to be happy with their cocktail stations and to have a positive purchasing experience. We ensure that our customers are satisfied by providing personalised attention and support throughout the entire process, from initial inquiry to installation and beyond.
7. What has been your proudest moment as a co-founder of Bar Setup so far?
- My proudest moment as a co-founder of Bar Setup was when we made our first international sale, in Belgium. It was a sign that our hard work was paying off and that our products were resonating with customers around the world.
8. Finally, what message would you like to convey to potential customers who may be interested in purchasing a Bar Setup cocktail station?
- I would like to convey that at Bar Setup, we’re passionate about creating high-quality cocktail stations that meet the unique needs of our customers. We’re committed to providing excellent customer service and support throughout the entire purchasing process, and we’re confident that our products will exceed your expectations.