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EPISODE · Oct 24, 2025 · 20 MIN

EP 1470 Matthew Thornton - The Goals Of Direct Trade Coffee - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Lee Safar

from The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by MAP IT FORWARD · host Lee Safar

If you love what we do, become a premium YouTube Subscriber or join our Patreon: • https://www.patreon.com/mapitforward• https://www.youtube.com/mapitforwardCheck out our on-demand workshops here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/workshopsConsider joining one of our Mastermind Groups here:• https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoachingJoin our mailing list:• https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistInterested in our business advisory services for your small, medium, or large business? Email us here: [email protected] for B2B advertising on our podcast for the coffee industry: [email protected] or DM us here https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Welcome to the 5th episode in a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with host Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Arkena Coffee Market Founder, Matthew Thornton. Matthew has been based in Ethiopia for 13 years and has a rich history in the coffee supply chain in Ethiopia. The focus of this series is "Responsible Direct Trade Coffee Relationships". The five episodes of this series are:1. Responsible Direct Trade Coffee - https://youtu.be/zDiZ5flCqFY2. Benefits of Direct Trade Coffee Relationships - https://youtu.be/caxop1x-2aQ3. Managing Risk In Direct Trade Coffee - https://youtu.be/Q0WA2nk5LPA4. Technology and Direct Trade Coffee - https://youtu.be/cq0YT2La0WY5. The Goals Of Direct Trade Coffee - https://youtu.be/ckxLQy8AsTYIn this final episode of this podcast series, Lee and Matthew explore the evolving landscape of the coffee industry, discussing the importance of responsible direct trade relationships and the role of blockchain technology in achieving transparency and fair compensation for farmers. Matthew shares insights on the challenges and opportunities within the coffee supply chain amidst a global coffee crisis. Don't miss Matthew's return in a few months to discuss the latest harvest updates from Ethiopia. If you're interested in ethical coffee trade and innovative supply chain solutions, this episode is a must-watch.Connect with Matthew Thornton and Arkena Coffee Market here:https://arkenacoffee.com/https://www.instagram.com/arkenacoffee/Email: [email protected]••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Map It Forward here: Website | Instagram | Mailing list💡Support this podcast on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/mapitforward📽 Watch the podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3ouyFYW🎙 Check out the audio version of our podcast here: Apple Podcasts | Spotify🧐 Find out more about Map It Forward Mastermind Groups here: https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoachingLooking for a business advisor for your established coffee business or startup? Email us here:📧 email: [email protected]

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