Specialty Coffee Association

??? Unlock opportunities for business growth at 2025 Specialty Coffee Expo Houston by becoming an Exhibitor! ?? Exhibiting at the largest B2B specialty coffee trade show opens doors to the wider specialty coffee industry. Introduce your company to thousands of attendees, make connections with new customers and partners, participate in competitions, meet-ups, and learning sessions, and so much more. ?? Learn more about becoming an exhibitor at Specialty Coffee Expo 2025 in Houston, Texas on April 25-27, 2025 on coffeeexpo.org or by emailing us directly at [email protected] ?? Specialty Coffee Expo 2025 is proudly supported by: ?Diamond Sponsor: Sanremo Coffee Machines Portrait Country: Promperú

We’re excited to present Issue 22 of 25, our bi-annual publication! ?? Explore the latest (and previous) articles online, or have them delivered straight to your inbox by subscribing to the 25 newsletter at: sca.coffee/25 Our incoming editor LAUREL CARMICHAEL shares their thoughts on the 22nd issue, and reminds us of the importance of re-evaluating seemingly obvious issues, such as the inequitable distribution of value within the coffee industry. ?? ?? Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eV9Y_kfK This issue of 25 is only possible with support from our partners Barista Attitude, Victoria Arduino, Thermoplan, Sanremo Coffee Machines, BWT, and Stronghold Coffee Roasters. Thank you so much for your support! Learn more about our underwriters at sca.coffee/25-underwriters

?The first stop of the Educator Summit 2024 Series in Philadelphia, USA, earlier this month was a huge success, where memories and connections were made. Time is running out to secure your spot for the second stop of the 2024 Educator Summit series, in Houston! This is your opportunity to connect with leading coffee educators and industry professionals—an event you don't want to miss. Happening on October 12th at Katz Coffee, Educator Summit is packed with insightful workshops and—most importantly—meaningful networking opportunities with fellow coffee educators. Imagine expanding your network, exchanging ideas, and learning from experts—all while gaining new techniques to elevate your teaching skills. Key sessions will cover topics including:Making water chemistry more accessibleTeaching the history of coffee effectivelyUsing visual aids to enhance learningExploring the SCA Coffee Value AssessmentDesigning informal assessmentsSeats are filling up fast—and this is your chance to grow both your skills and your coffee network. ??Seats are filling up fast—and this is your chance to grow both your skills and your coffee network. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/gJun9kMz The Educator Summit 2024 Series is made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors: ??USA: Pacific Foods Barista Series (@baristaseries)???????, Bluewater, Rocket Espresso and Hosts Katz Coffee (Houston), Lavazza (Philadelphia)

The recording of our recent webinar, Upcycled Value: Innovations in Coffee and Consumer-Facing Products with Circular Solutions, is now available to watch. ?? ??? Sustainable innovation is increasingly becoming imperative for specialty coffee companies and organizations, as well as for the coffee sector at large. Since the launch of the Equitable Value Distribution Survey Report Findings earlier this year, the SCA is rethinking the connection between people and planet, resources and products, and value and capital through the lens of the circular economy. The 3rd in a 5-part webinar series in partnership with the International Coffee Organization (ICO), International Trade Center (ITC), and Center for Circular Economy in Coffee (C4CEC), the panel discussion, led by SCA Sustainability Director Andrés Montenegro, explored technical solutions for upcycling coffee byproducts, present their circular innovations, and discuss how they are approaching entering new markets and industries. Panelists include: Arka Irfani, Bell Society Mark Byrne, Good Vodka Noomi Mikkelsen, Kaffe Bueno and co-host Katherine Oglietti, International Trade Center ?? Watch here: https://lnkd.in/eABNfNfS ??Learn more about this Webinar Series at https://lnkd.in/eH8HXiak ??The SCA's Equitable Value Distribution initiative is proudly supported by @Barista Attitude and Pacific Foods Barista Series?

To have choice is to have privilege, and the coffee industry has no shortage of choice. ALEXA ROMANO explores the emergence of specialty coffee culture as an embedded subculture within the broader coffee industry, and how the resulting shift from passive to active consumption asks us to rethink the consumer's role in value creation and distribution. ?? Read the article at: https://lnkd.in/eVN-jaFZ ? This issue of 25 is only possible with support from our partners @barista.attitude, @victoriaarduinoofficial, @thermoplan_ag, @sanremocoffeemachines, @bwt_wam and @stronghold_roasters. Thank you so much for your support! Learn more about our underwriters at sca.coffee/25-underwriters

??What a fantastic day at the Lavazza Training Center in Philadelphia for the Educator Summit USA! Coffee educators came together to dive into the latest trends in coffee knowledge and advanced training techniques. The event sparked engaging conversations, offering the chance to network, exchange ideas, and build new connections with fellow professionals. If you couldn't join us this time, don't worry—our next event is in Houston, Texas, on October 12. We'll also be in Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan this December! Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/e35GGEvd The Educator Summit 2024 Series is made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors: ??USA: Pacific Foods Barista Series (@baristaseries)???????, Bluewater, Rocket Espresso and Hosts Katz Coffee (Houston), Lavazza (Philadelphia)

What an incredible day at the Lavazza Training Center in Philadelphia for the Educator Summit USA! Coffee educators gathered to dive deep into emerging coffee knowledge and training techniques, leaving with fresh perspectives and excitement to bring these new approaches into their classrooms. The day wrapped up with new network connections and an eagerness to implement innovative teaching techniques. We would like to thank our generous Educator Summit USA sponsors who helped make this day extraordinary. Throughout the day, attendees stayed hydrated thanks to @bluewaterglobe, enjoyed lattes made with Pacific Foods @baristaseries alternative milks during coffee breaks, and interacted with @rocketespresso materials during the afternoon sessions. Plus, special thanks to @the_chemex and @fetcousa for providing thoughtful gifts that topped off the experience. ??If you missed this one, don't worry—our next stop is Houston, Texas, on October 12. And, we'll be in Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan this December! Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/gJun9kMz The Educator Summit 2024 Series is made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors: ??USA: Pacific Foods Barista Series (@baristaseries)???????, Bluewater, Rocket Espresso and Hosts Katz Coffee (Houston), Lavazza (Philadelphia)

Passionate about all the cogs and gears that keep the coffee industry ticking? The SCA's Coffee Technicians Programs are created with those who want to be better prepared to maintain or repair coffee equipment. Through courses taught by Authorised SCA Trainers, designed by leading industry experts, you can build your knowledge of the equipment necessary for every piece of the speciality coffee supply chain. ↗? Advance through the progressive levels of the program, beginning with the Foundation courses ?? Delivered via a mixture of in-person and online classes, you can expect Foundation courses to be the equivalent of a two-day session, with Intermediate courses and Advanced course ranging from the equivalent of 3-4 days each. ?? View our courses to find a course with an Authorised SCA Trainer near you. Learn more about this program at https://lnkd.in/gMyWTNHH ??

??Yesterday's afternoon sessions at the Educator Summit USA in Philadelphia offered a wealth of valuable insights. Laurel Carmichael led a fascinating discussion in Teaching the Complex History of Coffee, exploring the journey of coffee from its cultural origins to its impact today. Ben Helt's session, Getting in Harmony with Your Supporting Materials, provided practical tips for educators on streamlining and enhancing classroom materials to create a more cohesive learning experience. Chelsea Dubay's session, Designing Informal Assessments, introduced new approaches for assessing student progress in a way that's both meaningful and adaptable. It was an inspiring afternoon filled with learning and connections, and we're already looking forward to what's next! ??Next up, join us at Katz Coffee in Houston, Texas, on October 12, or catch us in Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan this December! Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/gJun9kMz The Educator Summit 2024 Series is made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors: ??USA: Pacific Foods Barista Series (@baristaseries)???????, Bluewater, Rocket Espresso and Hosts Katz Coffee (Houston), Lavazza (Philadelphia)

??The Educator Summit 2024 Series has kicked off with its first USA event in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania! Coffee educators have gathered at the Lavazza Training Center to meet, connect, and learn cutting-edge teaching techniques in the world of coffee, water quality, the Coffee Value Assessment (CVA), and beyond. Take a look at today's morning sessions on Making Water Chemistry Accessible and Teaching the CVA Affective Assessment to learners. Join us at the next event in Houston, Texas on October 12, and at Educator Summit Asia, heading to Korea, Thailand, and Taiwan this December. ??Learn more about the Educator Summit 2024 Series at https://lnkd.in/e35GGEvd The Educator Summit 2024 Series is made possible by the generous support of our Sponsors: ??USA: Pacific Foods Barista Series (@baristaseries)???????, Bluewater, Rocket Espresso and Hosts Katz Coffee (Houston), Lavazza (Philadelphia)