Company History

Froth Au Lait, Inc., launched in September 2000, was founded to develop a solution to the complexities involved in preparing specialty coffees such as cappuccinos and lattes. While specialty coffee consumption is growing rapidly in America and many parts of the world, surveys indicate that most people find the preparation of the froth topping to be difficult, time consuming, and at times unsafe.

It was clear to the founders of Froth Au Lait, Inc. that consumers and food service professionals desired an improved way to prepare specialty coffees. The solution was almost two years in the making. The Froth Au Lait unit is designed to be a companion to a coffee or espresso maker. It makes the richest and longest lasting hot milk froth for specialty coffee drinks, hot chocolate, dessert toppings and more. It is effortless to operate, and clean up is quick and easy. Its innovative “Froth Whip Technology” uses no water or pressurized steam, and its meringue-like froth is truly unique. Clearly, the Froth Au Lait unit fulfills our initial corporate goal very well.

The company's innovative ideas did not end with the Froth Au Lait appliance. In April, 2002, Froth 'n Sauce was introduced. This new appliance, which builds on Froth Au Lait's patented whipping technology, utilizes interchangeable whips to prepare rich froth, and adds the capability to prepare elegant sauces, gravies and desserts as well. Froth 'n Sauce is surprisingly simple to use, easy to clean, and it is the industry's first affordable appliance that truly is "The Simple Way To Cook Gourmet."  Early in 2004, the company brought its unique frothing technology to the commercial marketplace. Froth Au Lait Professional Elite is today simplifying the preparation of specialty coffee in restaurants, hotels, bars, catering establishments, and offices throughout the world.

The Founders
The Founders of Froth Au Lait, Inc. are Stephen and Lynn Frankel, and Robert Fey. Mr. Frankel, the inventor of the Froth Au Lait appliance, has over thirty years of high technology experience. With two successful IPO’s to his credit, Mr. Frankel has experience in growing young companies into industry leaders.

Mr. Fey is an engineering executive with extensive experience in the appliance industry. His superior design skills resulted in Froth Au Lait's exceptional performance and ease of use.

Ms. Frankel, the inventor's wife, assisted him throughout the development of the Froth Au Lait appliance. Today, she is responsible for many of the company’s major account relationships.