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Learn more about ⁠Portrait here: https://portrait.coffee/Follow them here: https://www.instagram.com/portraitcoffee/In this conversation, with Aaron Fender, the co-founder and CEO of Portrait Coffee and I chatted about his journey through the coffee industry, the kind of community they are trying to build at Portrait, his approach to slow, steady, and strategic work and his approach to leadership.He shared openly about the challenges he and his co-founders faced during their opening and build out, literally two weeks before the pandemic, how they seek to show up for their buyers utilizing digital hospitality, and just how his approach to pricing has evolved over the last few years.Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.pomelocoffeeconsulting.com/newsletter-sign-up-1Buy a Book: https://www.pomelocoffeeconsulting.com/pomelo-bookSign up for Junto: https://www.pomelocoffeeconsulting.com/pomelo-juntoLearn More or Set Up a Meeting: luke@pomelocoffeeconsulting.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/pomelocoffeeconsulting/Website: pomelocoffeeconsulting.comfor the good of the people — PomeloIntro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

Learn more about Heyday Coffee Accounting here.Follow them at @heydaycoffeeaccountingIn this conversation, Vienna Christ and I chatted about the complexities and intricacies of accounting and financial management for coffee businesses. We discussed the importance of maintaining a clear separation between personal and business finances, the role of fixed asset accounting, and strategies for tax planning as businesses grow.Vienna articulated the value that business owners receive when they have accurate, on time, and clean books.We also talked through the value of an LLC, when to consider S-Corp filing and the importance of education and continuous learning in this field.Learn More or Set Up a Meeting📧 Reach us at ⁠luke@pomelocoffeeconsulting.com⁠⁠👉 Buy a Book⁠⁠👉 Sign Up for Junto⁠for the good of the people — PomeloIntro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

Want to learn more about Charlie Stephens and Amarella Imports?W: https://amarellacafe.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/amarellacafe/E: charlie@amarellaimports.comIn this conversation, I chatted with Charlie about his entrepreneurial journey, the intricacies of coffee trading, the importance of communicating with your green provider to manage risk, and how Amarella Cafe came to be.He shared his take on the global coffee market, the significance of relationships in trading, and the operational aspects of his business, which spans both specialty and conventional coffee markets.Enjoy this conversation with Charlie Stephens.Learn More or Set Up a Meeting📧 Reach us at luke@pomelocoffeeconsulting.com👉 Buy a Book pomelocoffeeconsulting.com/pomelo-book👉 Sign Up for Junto www.pomelocoffeeconsulting.com/pomelo-juntoFollow Us on the SocialsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/pomelo-coffee-consulting/Instagram: www.instagram.com/pomelocoffeeconsulting/Website: pomelocoffeeconsulting.comfor the good of the people — PomeloIntro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

Learn more about KWCW: www.kwccoffee.comIG: www.instagram.com/knowwherecoffeeE: knowwherecoffee@outlook.comIn this episode, we sat down with Juan Diaz, Director and Founder of KWC (Know Where Coffee). Juan shared the unique KWC model, which has three sides: sourcing, roasting, and exporting. Our conversation showcased the importance of understanding yield factors in coffee production, common misunderstandings in green coffee transactions, and just how important good business practices are throughout the entire coffee supply circle.Juan also shared, for the first time ever, details about a brand-new processing innovation that producers he works with are planning to release this year.Learn More or Set Up a Meeting📧 Reach us at ⁠luke@pomelocoffeeconsulting.com⁠⁠👉 Buy a Book⁠⁠👉 Sign Up for Junto⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Website⁠for the good of the people — PomeloIntro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

In this episode, we sat down with Jack Wilt, the co-owner of Made in Coffee, to hear about his experience buying a coffee roasting business, as well as being on the other side of the transaction, entertaining a conversation with a company that was considering buying his business. He shared his experience navigating funding, interfacing with multiple owners at a time, and what he'd do differently.Whether you're considering buying or selling your roasting business, you'll glean some pretty valuable lessons to guide your journey from this episode.Maiden Coffee RoastersLearn More or Set Up a Meeting📧 Reach us at luke@pomelocoffeeconsulting.com👉 Buy a Book👉 Sign Up for JuntoLinkedInInstagramWebsitefor the good of the people — PomeloIntro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

A few reflections from my interactions with Bill Kennedy, the impact of his kindness, leadership, and the profound effect he had on those around him.Thank you to his family for sharing Bill with our industry. We are better because of his kindness.San Fransiscan Coffee Roasters

Looking for green coffee? Reach out to Cima Cafe here. Follow Cima Cafe on Instagram here.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy a Book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign Up for Junto⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for the good of the people — PomeloI had the chance to chat with Andros Mitri, the co-founder of Cima Cafe. During our conversation, he shared about his journey from corporate sourcing to building sustainable relationships in the coffee industry. We chatted about value of understanding coffee production, the challenges faced by producers, and the need for a holistic approach in working with producers to ensure business stability. Please enjoy my conversation with Andros Mitri.Intro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

Interested in supporting SANAs work? Donate and learn more here.Purchase We Belong here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy a Book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign Up for Junto⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for the good of the people — PomeloI had the chance to chat with In this conversation, Lucia Bawot, founder of SANA which is an integrative mental health care and wellness program for women in coffee farmers.During our conversation, we Lucia shared about the need that SANA is filling, her commitment to addressing the mental health crisis among female coffee farmers, and she shared about their approach. Sana's integrative approach combines therapy, education, and community support to empower women and improve their emotional well-being.Finally, Lucia shared her vision for the future of SANA and the impact she and the team is seeking to have on female coffee producers and the industry at large.Please enjoy my conversation with Lucia Bawot.Intro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

Interested in learning more or buying a San Franciscan Roaster? head over to: www.sanfranroaster.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy a Book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign Up for Junto⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for the good of the people — PomeloI had the chance to chat with Bill Kennedy who is the CEO of San Franciscan Roaster. During our conversation, we talked about the importance of building equipment to lasting, the challenges of planned obsolescence, and the very necessary human element in manufacturing. Bill shared his perspective on hiring first for character and focusing on the end customer in business. Please enjoy my conversation with Bill Kennedy.Intro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

Looking for green coffee? Reach out to Emily at emily@sourceswift.coffeeGive her YouTube a subscribe here!Give her Instagram a follow here!⁠⁠⁠ Buy a Book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign Up for Junto⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website⁠⁠⁠⁠for the good of the people — PomeloI had the chance to chat with Emily McIntyre, the CEO of Swift Coffee Sourcing. She shared her journey through the coffee industry and talked about the coffee she just cant shake the memory of, one that also reminded her of her favorite cocktail.During our conversation, Emily opened up about the challenges she has faced as a woman in green coffee and offered some really practical advice for navigating this male-dominated industry.We closed our time by chatting about selling a business and how owners seeking to make a transition might best position themselves.Please enjoy my conversation with Emily McIntyre.Intro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

Connect with Michael & Cat & Cloud: ⁠⁠www.catandcloud.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy a Book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign Up for Junto⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website⁠⁠⁠for the good of the people — PomeloI got to sit down with Michael Wiser, the Marketing Team Lead at Cat and Cloud. He shared his journey from barista to creative director for a production company, and shared his perspective on branding, marketing, and design in the specialty coffee industry.During our conversation, he emphasized the importance of being helpful, as a way of working and approaching work, whether that's in a cafe setting, with a wholesale account, or even an online buyer. Being helpful is good for everyone involved.While talking about branding and packaging, Michael shared his take on the tension and balance between highlighting a coffee producer and ensuring your brand remains recognizable while evolving.Please enjoy my conversation with Michael Wiser.Intro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

Connect with Kat : @roasterkatLearn more about Raise The Bar & Level Up Here.👉 Buy a Book👉 Sign Up for Junto👉 Websitefor the good of the people — PomeloIn this conversation, I spoke with Kat Melheim, a coffee roaster, writer, and content creator. Kat shared her journey to and through the coffee industry, from being a barista to her current role at Algrano. We discussed how coffee and art intersect, the importance of travel to Kat, and how her background in social work influences her approach to equity. We also talked about the significance of education, the challenges women face entering coffee roasting and navigating a male-dominated industry, and the creation of the Kat Cup, a specially designed cupping bowl. Kat also shared details about the upcoming Level Up bootcamp for baristas, aimed at providing hands-on training and career development.Intro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

In this episode I had the chance to interview Lucia Solis, a coffee processing specialist. Lucia discussed her journey into the coffee industry, the importance of fermentation, and her perspective of the industry.Lucia shared the complexities of coffee production and we also touched on the transition from the Q grading system to the new CVA.Our conversation highlights the need for more understanding of fermentation in coffee, the challenges, and the joy found in the coffee community.Enjoy my conversation with Lucia Solis.www.luxia.coffeeMaking Coffee: https://www.buzzsprout.com/604165Cabal Café: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2198244Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/makingcoffeeWant to learn more or set up your own meeting? Reach out to us at pomelocoffee@gmail.com.Give us a follow on the socials:LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pome...IG: https://www.instagram.com/pomelocoffe...FB: https://www.facebook.com/pomelocoffee...WEB: https://www.pomelocoffeeconsulting.comfor the good of the people- pomelocreditsIntro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

In this conversation, Charles share his personal journey to the coffee industry, the importance of cultural insights and language, and the role of design in creating impactful coffee brands.Recently, Tekwani received their B Corp certification and Charles shared about this process and why this was a priority for his company.Enjoy this conversation with Charles.https://www.tekwanidesign.com/Want to learn more or set up your own meeting? Reach out to us at pomelocoffee@gmail.com.Give us a follow on the socials:LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pome...IG: https://www.instagram.com/pomelocoffe...WEB: https://www.pomelocoffeeconsulting.comfor the good of the people- pomeloIntro Music: Niña by Mona WonderlickMid Roll Music: by Niña by Mona WonderlickOutro Music: Naked by Mona Wonderlick

The Core 7 Framework didn’t start as a book or a product. It started as pattern matching.After years of working with coffee roasters ranging from small startups to multi-million-dollar businesses, I kept seeing the same seven cost categories determine whether a roastery was profitable or constantly stressed. Different sizes, different markets — similar underlying challenges.Learn More or Set Up a Meeting📧 Reach us at luke@pomelocoffeeconsulting.com👉 Buy a Book👉 Sign Up for JuntoFollow Us on the SocialsLinkedInInstagramWebsitefor the good of the people — Pomelo

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