What is your position in the coffee industry?

coffee enthusiast

Where are you located? ( City and Country )

Chicago USA

How many years have you been in the industry?

20

Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.

I home roast, and have a 17 year-old Rancilio Audrey. While I can make a decent espresso, my ultimate espresso enjoyment is in sampling others' work.

What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?

Bucharest
Shanghai
Sidney

About Me:

I'm a passionate enthusiast who's somehow become a writer. I enjoy coffee, but I would rather have the worst cup of coffee in the world with an friend than the best with an enemy. My latest book is The Art and Craft of Coffee.

About My Company:

I own a company is television production and my working class roots forces me to consider ways to fund any passion.

What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?

It is wine without the hangover, all the complexity and fun!

Website:

http://coffeecompanion.com