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scott conary

Male

Chapel Hill / Carrboro, NC

United States

Profile Information:

What is your position in the coffee industry?: barista, manager, coffee shop owner, barista trainer, coffee roaster, coffee enthusiast, industry professional, consultant, service tech/repair, supplier, entrepreneur
Where are you located? ( City and Country ): Carrboro, Chapel Hill, NC
How many years have you been in the industry?: 16+
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.: 1- small batch, artisan roastery - Carrboro Coffee Roasters
2 - very unique and individual retail shops - Open Eye Cafe & Caffe Driade.

I am the Current Past Chair of the SCAA Competitions Committee, an accredited SCAA instructor, WBC Head Judge, WCE National Support Committee and a COE Judge, among other things...
What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?: no limits
About Me:: Obsessive coffee consumer / coordinator / consultant
About My Company:: www.openeyecafe.com
www.caffedriade.com
What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?: people
Website:: http://www.carrborocoffee.com

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Vajra Rich

Thank you Scott, I hope we get a chance to meet again soon.
Maybe Minneapolis?

Apr 5, 2008
Dan Jolliff

You know never tell a roaster manufactor he can call you about a sell! Talk to you soon!

Roasting is good for your health!

Dan

Apr 8, 2008
Heath Henley

I will mos def be in Minn. Wish I could jump in on the USBC Cert, but I've just got too much going on this year...

Apr 14, 2008
Sonia Martinez

Yes, we do! we work together... well next time you'll have to come to the salvadoran baristas champioship... :D
cheers

Apr 14, 2008
Mary Schroeder

Great! I was in Carrboro last weekend, but Iw as so busy with my folks that I didn't get a chance to stop in. How are things going??

May 20, 2008
Lena

Thank you for adding me as a friend!

May 21, 2008
Lena

No, I won't go to Copenhagen, no...

May 21, 2008
mikelanz

hi scott

you look like a stud when you are judging but not so much so when you are wearing that kilt

thanks for adding me as your friend!

May 21, 2008
Karen.V.Manfut

Hi Scott! My name is Karen Manfut, and I´m the new Executive Director of RAMACAFE! You was on the list of friend of Laura, so I would like to stay in contact with you and also invite you for our eight annual coffe conference!

May 28, 2008
Karen.V.Manfut

Hi Scott!
Thank you for your prompt respond!
Will be a big pleasure if you can work with your scheduled and share this experience with us!
The dates of the event are the 1, 2 & 3 of September! ...and if you want more information about it, please contact me at: ramacafe2008@gmail.com
I´ll be sending you all the information that you need to participate!
Take care!

May 28, 2008
Denise Smith

A Kilted Barista... be still my heart!
Yes we are still looking for a roaster. No reliable timeline as of yet. Still picking up the mess from our former consultant. Please keep in touch.

May 28, 2008
Raul

hey scott how are you i hope i see you on denmark take care

May 29, 2008
Raul

hey its being hard but cool im arriving the 16th so we can meet and not all the crew but its a log story .... but when you arrived any tips??

May 29, 2008
Raul

i cant remember the name of the hotel right now but shure we have to meet just keep on tuch

May 31, 2008
Spencer

I couldn't remember how to spell, "You know - Scott Conory’s coffee company in South Carolina or is it North Carolina (I always get them confused), I'm not sure if he does wholesaling but he's a great guy and call him anyway because he loves to be cold called about potential business deals – Driade?”

Please excuse my oversight - I will definitely add you to the preferred list of recommendations!

Besides - you are a giant to me! ;-)

May 31, 2008
Andrew Barnett

Yo Scott !

Greetings from Sonoma County ! Copenhagen calling. Looking forward to seeing you there . Arriving on the 16th and booked at Centrum . Eager to see our many friends from around the world ... Hope all is well . Look forward to catching up ...

Jun 3, 2008
FeddieChick

thanks for the comment, and I work at Shade Tree in Durham. ^_^

Jun 8, 2008
Raul

hey im arriving the 16th in the scandic weber so hope i see you there

Jun 10, 2008
Jason Dominy

Cool to hang out at the Open Eye today with the Marks. Nice shop you got there, really big! And super cool staff. Great work. Maybe I'll catch you next time!

Jun 11, 2008
Tisi

Thanks for the add.

Jun 11, 2008
Alana

The grind's pretty good this summer. We're getting all of the summer school & orientation crowds to keep us busy.

Jun 22, 2008
KoKoMos

great! thanks for asking. How is the coffee business?

Jun 22, 2008
Zechariah White

Thanks. This rocks.

Jun 22, 2008
Daniel Thomas

The little bit of training i have had is from the former owner and the espresso 101 dvd. when steaming the milk i leave the steam from the wand wide open to keep the milk rolling until it reaches the desired temp & consistency. Does it make any difference to back the pressure (steam) back half way and keep the milk rolling slowly? which will give me the best product? Thanks

Jul 2, 2008
nik orosi

hello mate,
hows life back home?
was nice to catch up in copenhagen
hoping to see you soon
all the best

Jul 7, 2008
Jason Burton

Elly says hello. Call him 913.687.9863...by the way,

I'm moving on gang. Almost 4 years with The Roasterie and I'm packing the bags and heading over to the F&B side of the world. More details to come.

Jul 16, 2008
Jason Burton

I won't lose touch man. No way. No, not following Elly, screw PBR. ha.
I'm heading over to Houlihan's Specialty Restaurant side. So, I'll be in DC once in awhile (J. Gilbert's) and a few other east coast cities. Really pumepd.

Jul 17, 2008
Raul

hey how you doing I hope i see you soon in your town

take care

Aug 7, 2008
Raul

Hey how you doing?? dont worry well my planns are to train with you its ok on octuber you tell me propuse

Aug 15, 2008
gratefulgrounds

Thanks for the welcome! Come visit sometime if you ever get up to the mountains
-Nikki

Sep 1, 2008
Sarah Aileen

Yes that's right, six months later I'm answering your question (had some technical difficulties there for a while) - I'm working at Gleaner's Cafe in the Italian market. How're things kicking around Chapel Hill?

Sep 5, 2008
Gideon

Hi Scott.. thanks for the welcome! So, what is the name of your coffee shop in Chapel Hill?

Thinking of adding you as a friend...

Gideon.

Sep 7, 2008
Marcus Boni

Thought I'd see you this past weekend in Madison...guess not lame-o.

Sep 7, 2008
Danielle Glasky

Most of us will stick around late into the evening for TNT, so it'd be great if you came by after your flight for a night cap.

Sep 11, 2008
Danielle Glasky

It's on the same street! Maybe a 3 minute car ride from the Omni. No joke.

Sep 11, 2008
David Glick

Scott,Thanks for the invite. I am sure I will have alot of questions for you.
Dave

Sep 12, 2008
Jeff Taylor

Hey bro, I"m not gonna make Atlanta unfortunately. I had a death in the family. My Uncle passed away so I'm attending his funneral on Friday. But I certainly have some coffee I could share...It's been a good year of buying for me...! Lets talk!

Sep 16, 2008
Liesbeth Sleijster

Hey Scott! thank you so much for the comment, was nice meeting you! Will meet you in Atlanta?

Sep 17, 2008
Erika

guau!! according to your information you have a lot experience on the field...thats nice!! maybe i can learn much from you...of course, if you want!

Sep 17, 2008
Ben Helfen

Happy to do it! And fear not, i may be considering breaking out a revised version of the cherry cordial drink one day..... i'll make sure you get to try one.

Sep 23, 2008
Jonathan Amos

hey Scott-- thanks!

Sep 23, 2008
Erika

hey, thanks for that, seems to be yor a good person...keep going!!

Sep 24, 2008
Andrea Piccolo

Hi Scott,

How was Atlanta? I hope to be out to a couple regionals... Haven't finalized anything yet, but I'd like to be back in CO...
When the dates are set for Western & SE Regionals let me know.

Oct 7, 2008
Lizz

Hi. In El Salvador... wish you were here. No it didn´t hurt. The AK-47 on my thigh did though. The first one that hurt. Don´t tattoo your inner thigh if you can avoid it.

Oct 25, 2008
Brewed Behavior

hey man, hope all is well, my open eye socks just ran thier last race.

Oct 30, 2008
Matt Milletto

Hey Scott, hope all is well. Just wanted to shout out and say hi. You coming to USBC Portland?

Oct 30, 2008
Matt Milletto

Awesome, let me know when you get into town. Are you staying at the Kennedy School or McMennemins Edgefield? Both are great! We'll drink coffee, but beers are also in order. :)

Oct 30, 2008
Andrea Piccolo

I'll be at the MRBC this year as well as the Southeast...
Also looking forward to the USBC in march - a little closer to home.

Oct 31, 2008
Benjamin

It's more or less non existent. There's a mom and pop shop near the courthouse that sells Green Mt Coffee in the morning (close at 2p), a Starbucks and other nat'l chain store on George, and an independent shop on Easton. I don't think it's the one across from Stuff yer Face (the boli place); I think that one burned down :( The indy shop isn't too good, apart from an OK atmosphere.

In other words, NYC, Philly, Princeton, and Lambertville are the nearest places for good coffee! A friend and I are working on a business plan, but I'm not sure if New Brunswick can/would support an independent coffee shop. What do you think?

Nov 3, 2008
Andy Newbom

hows the big boo boy?!

Nov 3, 2008