What is your position in the coffee industry?

barista, manager, barista trainer, home barista, coffee enthusiast

Where are you located? ( City and Country )

Corvallis, USA

How many years have you been in the industry?

3

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

yes

Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.

I have been trained by 4 different roasters on their different philosophies of espresso extraction, brewing methods, and roasting styles. I do coffee demos for 2 different roasters in the Portland, OR area. I do latte art. I was the expert barista for Rancilio at the SCAA this year and have worked Coffeefest Seattle.

What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?

Any/All!

About Me:

I am a 22 year old female, avid coffee enthusiast. I am a self-proclaimed coffee nerd. I love learning about all of the different facets of the coffee industry, from growing to roasting to extraction to wholesale sales. I love learning the different philosophies and perfecting my skills. I am an English major who loves prose, Shakespeare specifically. I am working towards teaching Language Arts to middle school children.

What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?

Everything! Espresso or pour over extraction specifically.

Website:

http://facebook.com/rsand