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The Emotional Wave: Whose Standard? Origin Roasting and the Future of Sensory Experiences
July 15, 2026
Shanita Nicholas · Founder, Quantum Seeds
Innovation in specialty coffee is frequently measured by technology and data, but the most disruptive shift ahead is relational. Certified Q Grader and founder of Quantum Seeds, Shanita Nicholas, chal …
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The Flavor Frontier: Developing an Intentional Palate for the Next Era
July 15, 2026
Timothy Heinze - Coffee Consultant, TH Sourcing Solutions
Innovations in genetic research, cultivation practices, and post-harvest processing have expanded the boundaries of what coffee can taste like. It is this intersection of intention, technique, and cre …
The 2026 Roaster of the Year Forum: Unlearning the Status Quo
April 28, 2026
Coffee Fest
Live from New York: This session in the Conversation Corner at Coffee Fest New York marked a significant industry milestone: the first time the 2026 Roasters of the Year winners shared a stage since t …
The Invisible Tax: Why the 'Cost of Time' in Green Sourcing is Eating Your Margins
April 21, 2026
Coffee Fest
We spoke to Sylwia Padiasek, Coffee Fest speaker and Co-Founder/CEO of Ocafi US, to pull back the curtain on the financial "hidden" costs that are often baked into a landed coffee price. By pulling fr …
A Year That Reshaped Coffee: 2025 Reflections from OCAFI’s Sylwia Padiasek
December 19, 2025
Sylwia Padiasek - OCAFI
What happens when the industry gets hit from all sides? Sylwia Padiasek of OCAFI & Coffee Fest speaker, unpacks key lessons from 2025’s market chaos & what coffee businesses can learn from it.
The Impact of Extended Producer Responsibility Laws on the Coffee Industry
March 28, 2025
Rachel Melissa & Maureen Bayer - Tonkon Torp LLP
New Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws are popping up in states across the country, and the coffee industry will undoubtedly be affected by these emerging regulatory schemes. EPR programs, in …
Your Guide to Finding the Education that Fits You Best at Coffee Fest New York
February 12, 2025
Coffee Fest
Coffee Fest New York is packed with incredible learning opportunities, but we know it can feel overwhelming scrolling through 120+ hours of education content. That's why we created mini-agendas of fun …
Why Specialty Coffee Professionals Should Attend Coffee Fest in 2025
January 10, 2025
Coffee Fest
TLDR: Coffee Fest is brewing up so many fresh things for 2025 that even if you attended in 2024 (or before), there’s so much more to do and see in 2025.
Marketing Tips for Q1
December 04, 2024
Hannah Lain + Alayna Alberts - Lotus Plant Power
In a world where we are constantly being advertised to, it can be difficult to stand out amongst the noise as a business owner. Studies show that the average American is exposed to up to 10,000 ads da …
10 Tips + Tricks for Upping Your Seasonal Beverage Menu Game
November 13, 2024
Anna Gutierrez - Barista 22
The holiday season is one of my most favorite, magical times for coffee shops and regulars and new customers alike are excited for releases of beverages bringing seasonal comfort. Whether they're in s …
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