What is your position in the coffee industry?

coffee shop owner, coffee roaster

Where are you located? ( City and Country )

Lafayette, IN

How many years have you been in the industry?

3

If you are a barista or shop, are you interested in a barista exchange with another coffee shop/barista?

no

Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.

We own a drive-thru. It's been open for over 2 years. Our shop is growing slowly.

About Me:

Hello. My history is in farming. I raised almonds in CA along with laying hens. We moved to Indiana in 1988 and I raised market hogs. Since I've enjoyed coffee for many years I was intrigued by the business and decided to open a shop here. Marcia and I have been married for 35 years and have 3 children. We also have 10 grandchildren!

About My Company:

I started out with a license agreement for our Java Jo'z. Two weeks after we received our building, the parent co was out of business. We are still learning the drive-thru business and growing. I track our new customers/day and it is close to 5/day ave. A friend and I have a small roaster (5lb) in a shop at home.

What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?

I love meeting and interacting with people! Fun to work in something that you really enjoy!

Website:

http://www.javajozcoffee.com