Antonio brings a unique perspective to the world of coffee: one rooted in academia and personal experience from growing up on a coffee plantation. Formerly an English Professor, his to coffee writing reflects an enduring passion for the beverage. “I see coffee as a narrative that transcends cultures and flavors, crafting each article to inform and evoke emotions, and connecting readers with the rich stories woven by coffee.”

Ashe is a business writer, marketer, and designer in the coffee, tea, and alcohol niches. She worked as a staff writer for DrinkStack and has been regularly featured in coffee publications such as New Ground Magazine and Fresh Cup Magazine. A committed advocate for sustainability and wellness, she approaches the coffee industry with a critical and passionate perspective.

Bhavi is a brand-building specialist, a dairy technologist, and a storyteller with a keen interest in coffee.

Dave has worked as a freelance writer / marketer for over 6 years, with a focus on all things coffee ranging from origins to commercial coffee machines. He lives in Brisbane, Australia and is passionate about travelling the world, and photography.

Esther has been in the specialty coffee industry for 14 years working as a Q Grader, SCA Trainer and ESTA trainer. She’s also offers her services as a coffee consultant through Hope Espresso. Her passion for writing comes from her love of sharing stories about the industry and ensuring knowledge is accessible to all.

Holly Szakal is a Melbourne-based copy and content writer and is deeply immersed in her city's vibrant specialty coffee culture. She infuses the rich aromas of the specialty coffee scene by delivering compelling narratives on the industry's current events.

Janice is freelance writer based in South Africa and has written for MTPak Coffee since 2020. Her interests are in writing about sustainability, the circular economy, and the future of the environment.

With 12 years of experience in the coffee industry, Jon has worked across Canada, from Calgary, to Halifax, and now Montreal. His diverse roles have included running cafes, organizing events, competing in competitions, green coffee sales, barista training, menu development, and equipment sales. Combining his background in freelance journalism with his passion for coffee, Jon now channels his expertise into coffee writing. He will also die on this hill: Montreal bagels > NYC bagels.

Leah is a freelance writer and marketer based in Canada. She has worked in the coffee and tea industry for seven years in a variety of roles. Her work has appeared in Fresh Cup, Sprudge and Perfect Daily Grind.

Matt has a over decade of experience across all corners of the coffee industry, from high street retail to corporate consulting, and has been writing and editing in the space for almost as long.

Mel is a barista trainer and staff writer based in Los Angeles. She has an M.S. from U.C. Davis in International Agricultural Development.

Paul Clearfire is a coffee historian and author living in Portland, OR, and has spent the past 20 years perfecting the art of manual espresso extraction. He's been writing for Perfect Daily Grind Media since 2023.

Born and raised in Kenya, a country famous for growing top grade coffee, Sam’s unique perspective is deeply rooted in his heritage. His writing journey has seen him contribute to magazines and coffee blogs, and work for global marketing agencies, honing his craft and establishing a strong voice in the industry. He now focuses on uncovering the unique stories and innovations fuelling the specialty coffee revolution.

Victoria is a highly experienced content creator, writer, and editor based out of South Africa. With the experience gained by working in newsrooms and writing for lifestyle magazines, she is now focussed on creating insightful and relatable content for the specialty coffee community.

Zoe is an expert content marketer with roots in the Southwest and Pacific Northwest. Her deep passion for coffee comes from her extensive expertise in specialty coffee copywriting and work as a barista in cafés across the U.S.