What is your position in the coffee industry?

barista, barista trainer, home barista, coffee enthusiast, industry professional, consultant

Where are you located? ( City and Country )

Tacoma, WA, USA

How many years have you been in the industry?

10

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 currently the Northwest Chapter Rep for the BGA. I have been involved in many aspects of the coffee industry for the last 10 years. I am a professional barista and have run the Coffeefest latte art competition for the last 4yrs. I have been a national barista trainer for coffeefest, a product distributor (syrups, chocolate, cups, etc.) and am currently a consultant working for one of the nations largest micro-roasters. Also I a large background in sales. I am also have fulfilled my dream to have my own coffee shop. Next time you are in Tacoma come visit Metronome Coffee. 6th & Union.

What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?

Any and all. I would love to visit Italy, Greece, Australia, Japan, Norway. You name it!

About Me:

I like candle lit dinners and long walks on the beach....psyche! I am 28, I live in Tacoma, WA. What What!!! I love to play music and meet new people. I rarely have a bad day. I am pretty chill I guess, I like to have a good time. I am constantly reading and learning and believe everyone has a lesson to teach me. Palabra a tu madre!

What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?

Connecting with new people and traveling the world.

Website:

http://www.dillanos.com