Roundtable Episode #3: A Conversation with Coffee Producers

In #SCARoundtable, a video series from the SCA, CEO Yannis Apostolopoulos hosts conversations with leaders in the coffee industry from around the world with ...

The coronavirus pandemic has brought the global economy to a halt, having an immediate and long-term impact on specialty coffee businesses and professionals. What are businesses doing to survive in this time of crisis? What are the experiences of those business owners who have had to shut down or reduce their operations? Are there opportunities to be seen in these dark times? 

In Roundtable, a new video series from the SCA, CEO Yannis Apostolopoulos hosts conversations with leaders in the coffee industry from around the world with a view towards the future.

Episode #3 features a conversation with coffee producers and producer representatives:

  • Sam Demisse, Founder of Keffa Coffee

  • Marcelo Flanzer, Founder and Director of Ecoagrícola Coffee

  • Melanie Edwards, Advisor at Behind the Leaf Coffee

  • Juan Luis Barrios, General Manager at Finca La Merced


Special Thanks to Storm Barista Attitude, Series Sponsor

Roundtable is made possible with support from Storm Barista Attitude. A blend of craftsmanship and high technology, Storm Barista Attitude is designed for the most demanding and experimental baristas, offering total control over brewing parameters. Learn more at stormbaristaattitude.com.