SCA Barista Guild to host Access event

Access, a Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Barista Guild event aimed at guild members and coffee professionals interested in growing their careers, will take place from 17 to 19 September in San Diego, California. The Barista Guild says Access offers a range of professional development opportunities including hands-on workshops, tastings, and lectures, along with opportunities for community building and networking. Lectures include Effective Communication for Café Leaders, Let’s Talk About the Price Crisis with Ever Meister of Café Imports, Baristastainability with Hana Kaneshige, and Equitable Hiring, Training, and Employee Support Practices with Camila Coddou. The program can be divided into three categories:
1. Education: Unique workshops, lectures and discussion opportunities will provide unparalleled education and professional development for baristas and coffee professionals of all levels.
2. Community: Networking opportunities abound as industry leaders and coffee professionals converge at Access for a meeting of the minds and an exchange of information for career growth and development.
3. Innovation: A forum for members to hear from thought leaders on industry trends, market opportunities and challenges facing the coffee industry. Demonstrations and equipment exploration will provide attendees access to what’s new and upcoming. Early Bird ticket prices are available until August 16. For more information, visit www.accessbarista.coffee Global Coffee Report has launched a LinkedIn Showcase page. Follow HERE for up-to-date news and analysis of the global coffee industry.