What is your position in the coffee industry?

manager, barista trainer, coffee enthusiast, industry professional

Where are you located? ( City and Country )

Boise, Id

How many years have you been in the industry?

6

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.

I have owned and operated 1 sit down cafe and 1 kiosk. These were both great experiences and while I prefer the sit down experience, I like the simplicity of the kiosk. I have done some consulting, training and am still learning and loving every minute of it.

About Me:

I love coffee and helping to educate people about coffee. Everyone needs to have the opportunity to enjoy great specialty coffee and espresso!

About My Company:

Cafe Vivo - My first love, a cafe, online coffee club, and kiosk.
My Chai, Inc. - Production, sales, everything. Seriously the best Chai, Choc sauce, syrups. mychai.com
Moxie Java - Boise,ID. Managed their Roastery and warehouse, distributing to 50 Moxie Java retail locations.
Currently working with Dawson Taylor Coffee Roasters in Boise, ID. We roast using 2 San Franciscan roasters focusing on sourcing and roasting the best coffees available.
Best coffee in Boise for sure.

Website:

http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jonathan-smith/24/262/90b