EPISODE · Jul 10, 2024 · 47 MIN
Goodman Coffee with Ian Goodman: Bridging Cultures and Overcoming Challenges in Specialty Coffee
from The Business of Whats Next · host Ian Goodman
Key talking points:Ian's journey into the specialty coffee industry, from learning about coffee in high school to starting his own coffee shop and roasteryThe challenges of educating customers on specialty coffee in the 1990s versus today's more knowledgeable coffee cultureGoodman Coffee's focus on sourcing high-quality single-origin beans and roasting to highlight the work of the farmersIan's efforts to support coffee farmers, including documenting their stories and helping them improve their operationsTrends in the coffee industry, such as innovations in processing and the rise of cold brewAdvice for aspiring coffee shop owners on the importance of education and representing coffee well Goodman Coffee RoastersFacebookInstagram Connect with the HostMatthew ShippBe a GuestLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewshipp/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewjshipp/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emberisolutionsEmberi Solutions: https://emberisolutions.com/Buy me a coffee ☕ https://buymeacoffee.com/mattshipp
What this episode covers
We talk with Ian Goodman, the founder of Goodman Coffee, a specialty coffee shop and roastery in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Ian has been roasting and sharing his craft since 1996, and he shares his journey into the coffee industry, the challenges he's faced, and the unique approach he takes to sourcing, roasting, and promoting specialty coffee. The interview covers a range of topics, from Ian's early experiences learning about coffee to the current trends and innovations in the industry, as well as his efforts to support and highlight the work of coffee farmers.
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