David Davenport

Male

Houston, TX

United States

Profile Information:

What is your position in the coffee industry?
barista, manager, barista trainer, coffee enthusiast, industry professional, consultant, supplier
Where are you located? ( City and Country )
Houston
How many years have you been in the industry?
15
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 am the sales manager for Sunbelt Imports and do most of the training, I worked as a barista for 2 years then owned my own coffee shop for another 2years, I have gone to numerous classes, workshops and seminars as well as helped to open hundreds of coffee shops.
What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?
South America and Central America
About Me:
I graduated from The University of Houston with a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management. I am married to a beautiful Colombian doctor with one great son who is married to another wonderful Colombian. I spent eight years as a United States Marine and have worked in the Food and Beverage business ever since.
About My Company:
We are an Italian Imports Co. Specializing in gourmet Italian espresso and equipment as well as a complete line of allied products.
What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?
The people I meet.
Website:
http://www.sunbeltimports.com

Comment Wall:

  • Jason Haeger

    Hi David, welcome to Barista Exchange (bX) !
  • Greenway Barista

    hey dave, if you are ever near greenway plaza, you should drop by for an espresso.
  • Greenway Barista

    tuscany coffee
    5 greenway plaza, suite c-610

    bill should know how to get here!
    we close @ 3pm on fridays, btw
  • Greenway Barista

    hey david, i just met your monin representative here in las vegas. cool cat. i will be back in the shop on tuesday and would like you to come by when i return. i tried the cane sugar sweetener from monin and liked it alot!