What is your position in the coffee industry?

barista, manager, barista trainer, home barista, coffee enthusiast, industry professional, consultant, service tech/repair, entrepreneur

Where are you located? ( City and Country )

Nashville, TN

How many years have you been in the industry?

25

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

no

Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.

I started out at 15 with home extracted espresso. My aunt asked if I would like some (I was only 14 at the time) and I said yes. She was using an older Pavoni lever unit - watching and tasting was all it took to bring me into the world of specialty coffee....before that there was only Foldgers....(it still holds special place in my heart, but only if my mom makes it. lol)

What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?

Africa, South America, many other places that are not really safe to go to if you are an American.

About Me:

WAY too much to list here.

About My Company:

I work for an OEM. We manufacture high end, super automatic espresso units, amongst other items.

What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?

How it helps build a flavor of life. One of the most social drinks - outside of alchohol - that is available.

Website:

http://coffeegeeks.com