What is your position in the coffee industry?

barista, coffee shop owner

Where are you located? ( City and Country )

Potomac, Maryland USA

How many years have you been in the industry?

1 year

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 trained for 1 month in Hong Dae, Seol, South Korea the summer of 2010.
Since then I have traveled to Chiapas, Mexico to visit the villages, and gain a global concept of the coffee industry. I am in the process of setting up a shop for a non-profit organization in Virginia. Struggling with various challenges and would like to network with the experts :D

What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?

I am interested in traveling to one (unfortunately I can only afford one visit at this time) country, city, coffee roaster/shop to train and strengthen my overall barista skills/management skills to become more confident. Domestic or overseas. I just want to meet the best, like Alun Evans.

About Me:

I am 45 years old, born in South Korea. I am a mother of three children and have been studying coffee on my own since I returned from Korea and Mexico last year.

About My Company:

My company is consists of myself and my partner who handles more of the business side. We hope to open up an upscale, exclusive coffee shop/espresso bar in a highly concentrated business and residential area.

What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?

Everything and anything about coffee perks up all my six senses! I love the taste, the way it is prepared, the way it is grown and the business side of exporting, to roasting and you name it all. I admire every barista I have met thus far. Everyone has been open, friendly and willing to share with a heart.

Website:

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