who we are

“I always wondered why somebody doesn’t do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody.”
Lily Tomlin

Bill Register:

The Co-Founder of Monk’s Groovy Beans realized, just as Lily Tomlin did, that he was that somebody with the power of vision and action. He has been involved with non-profits for over 20 years and has seen what a drag it is to fundraise. Bill’s vision of Monk’s Groovy Beans has indeed brought the Power back to the People through giving back. Not only in the form of financial support to non-profits, but through the respect of Mother Earth, as well.

“Don’t settle for style. Succeed in Substance.”
Wynton Marsalis

Clare Hawes:

Co-Founder of Monk’s Groovy Beans, uses substance to drive her business philosophy. She has witnessed our society become obsessed with the ideas of style and image, creating an urge to rebel against them with Monk’s Groovy Beans. The substance of Monk’s mantra digs deeply under the surface to give the experience of enjoying coffee with more soul. Hence, providing good vibes for you and others.

“What’s so funny about peace, love, and understanding?”
Elvis Costello

Monk:

The outta-sight intelligent Boxer listens to Mr. Costello regularly on his iPod and lives this mantra daily. As he views the world through unfiltered rose colored shades, he sees value in supporting his owner Bill in his ongoing quest to spread positive vibes around the globe. Monk has hope that people today will understand that loving good coffee can bring peace of mind to those willing to contribute to a groovy cause, thus bringing peace and good Karma to their quest to be socially responsible.

It wasn’t divine intervention or luck that brought Monk to Bill Register. Instead, it was the good-natured, generous Fort Mill High School Percussion Ensemble who saw an opportunity to make somebody better. They made Bill better by presenting him with Monk, and he was swiftly dubbed Bill’s Coolest Friend, rising quickly to bodacious supremacy as Executive Muse of Marching Monk, LLC.

In need of attitude adjustment, Monk entered into his obedience experience with eccentric trainer Michael Deangry, who swears on Jerry Garcia’s grave that Monk is not a run of the mill dog and has “a special and unique positive energy.” Monk graduated with high honors and can groove to any command, whether it be sit, heel, stay, shake, speak, lie down, go to bed, or pray (as all good Monks do).

When Monk is not grabbing some Z’s on Bill’s couch, he is known to be a most supreme guard dog, tail wagger, and most of all, he can make even the most sour human being better by inducing smiles. Just as the Fort Mill Percussion Ensemble made Bill better with the incredible gift of Monk, Bill has decided he will take making people better to an even higher level with his Monk’s Groovy Beans Business model.