What is your position in the coffee industry?

barista, barista trainer, coffee roaster, coffee enthusiast

Where are you located? ( City and Country )

Vancouver, Canada

How many years have you been in the industry?

4

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.

I work for JJ Bean Coffee. I started there as a barista/supervisor and worked in several of our stores. My current job description includes barista training for our wholesale accounts, barista training in our retail stores, sample roasting, leading cuppings, working on blends and seeking interesting coffees to feature as varietals.

What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?

Portland, Seattle, Northern California

About Me:

Coffee is a big part of my life, but as for the rest of my time... I live in North Vancouver with my wife, Annie. We were married December 2007. I grew up in Calgary. I currently study philosophy at UBC.

About My Company:

Taught me so much. About people, about coffee, and how I can best relate to both. I'm still learning.

What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?

The coffee.

Website:

http://www.deezer.com