What is your position in the coffee industry?

barista, coffee shop owner, barista trainer, coffee roaster, industry professional, service tech/repair, supplier

Where are you located? ( City and Country )

tucson AZ

How many years have you been in the industry?

15

If you are a barista or shop, are you interested in a barista exchange with another coffee shop/barista?

maybe

Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.

We have been in buisiness here for one year. I maintain the absolute highest standards for the baristas that work for me; having to know the coffees we roast in great detail as well as being masters of preparation and espresso art, as it is required on every drink we serve.

What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?

any

About Me:

I began my roasting career as an original owner/roaster of caffe vita coffee roasting co. in seattle back in 1994. This is where I developed my mastering of small batch roasting and blend development. I also have a BS in biochemistry from Seattle Univ. which I use to maintain absolute consistency in my roasting.

About My Company:

Caffe Luce is a roasteria located at maingate sqaure at the Univ. of Arizona. We are the only true artisan roaster in the area. My mission is to bring the highest level of coffee to the southwest; there is a great coffee culture developing here!

What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?

The coffee itself...it is always changing and always challenging!

Website:

http://caffeluce.com