The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by MAP IT FORWARD

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The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by MAP IT FORWARD provides content to the Global Specialty Coffee Industry every weekday. Episodes are released Monday to Friday at 1 am PT. Each week, a 5-part series is released with a single guest exploring a theme that the guest is an expert in. Series are relevant to current events happening in the specialty coffee industry, including business, logistics, economics, geopolitics, industry challenges, and more. Episodes are hosted by specialty coffee veteran, entrepreneur, and business advisor, Lee Safar. All episodes are unedited and typically run 15 - 20 minutes. The content on this podcast is suited to members of the global coffee industry keen on challenging the traditional narrative within the fast-evolving industry from a constructive and curious perspective. This is a conversational podcast, and from time to time, you will hear cursing because of the conversational nature of the discussions. Our values at MAP IT FORWARD are curiosity, integrity, authenticity, and openness. Our mission at MAP IT FORWARD is "Conspiring to each other's success". The video version of this podcast is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/mapitforward Find out more about MAP IT FORWARD at https://www.mapitforward.coffee

  1. 13H AGO

    EP 1441 - What is Resilient Coffee Farming - Madeline Stuart, Lucia Reid, and Gabriela Copello - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast with 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/mapitforward Check out our on-demand workshops here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops Consider joining one of our Mastermind Groups here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoaching Join our mailing list: • https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist Interested in our business advisory services for your small, medium, or large business? Email us here: support@mapitforward.org Looking for B2B advertising on our podcast for the coffee industry: support@mapitforward.org or DM us here https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Welcome to the 1st episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar. Our guests on the podcast for this series are Lucia Reid, Gabriela Copello Duque, and Madeline Stuart - 3 agroecological scientists specialising in resilient coffee farming. Given the challenges faced by coffee farmers to adapt to the new normal, i.e., unpredictable weather and reduced yields, in this series, we're asking the question "What Does Success Look Like for Resilient Coffee Farming?" Here are the 5 episodes we'll explore throughout this series: 1. What is Resilient Coffee Farming - https://youtu.be/tGJgcPCwDSM 2. Transitioning to Resilient Coffee Farming - https://youtu.be/xetbKOzcZxg 3. The Challenges of Resilient Coffee Farming - https://youtu.be/NMDe9XtYsWY 4. Success for Resilient Coffee Farming - https://youtu.be/YF1CRAwAvho 5. Creating Resilient Coffee Relationships - https://youtu.be/j3ECGHwG9-M In this Map It Forward Podcast episode, the conversation dives into the critical topic of resilient coffee farming amidst the backdrop of climate change. Lee, Maddie, Lucie, and Gabi explore the immediate impacts of climate disruptions on coffee farming in Brazil. They discuss the importance of resilient farming practices, from shade trees to cover crops, and the necessity for all members of the coffee supply chain to understand and support these initiatives. This episode sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the transition from conventional to resilient farming practices, emphasizing the need for adaptability and ecosystem-specific strategies. Connect with Gabriela Copello Duque here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriela-copello-duque/ https://www.instagram.com/gabriela_copello/ Connect with Lucia Reid here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madelinestuart/ https://www.instagram.com/reidsramblesnroasts/ Connect with Madeline Stuart here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madelinestuart/ https://www.instagram.com/maddiesfieldnotes/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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/groupcoaching Looking for a business advisor for your established coffee business or startup? Email us here: 📧 email: support@mapitforward.org

    24 min

  2. 3D AGO

    EP 1440 - 18 Month Global Coffee Outlook - Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast with 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/mapitforward Check out our on-demand workshops here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops Consider joining one of our Mastermind Groups here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoaching Join our mailing list: • https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist Interested in our business advisory services for your small, medium, or large business? Email us here: support@mapitforward.org Looking for B2B advertising on our podcast for the coffee industry: support@mapitforward.org or DM us here https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Welcome to the 5th episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar. Returning to the podcast for the second time in 2025 are audience favourites, Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil and Angel Barrera from Belco (in France), based in Colombia. This series is a follow-up to the last time Felipe and Angel appeared on the podcast, at the beginning of 2025. At that time, the discussion was focused on the forces driving the coffee crisis and the expectations of the year ahead in coffee. Now, as we head towards the final quarter of 2025, we revisit the topics we discussed in our last series, examining the realities of the state of the coffee supply chain and the status of the coffee crisis. The 5 episodes in this series are: 1. 2025 Coffee Market So Far - https://youtu.be/9ogTc89Mw_o 2. Volatility in Global Coffee 2025 - https://youtu.be/sprQmYDJLww 3. Challenges at Coffee Origin in 2025 - https://youtu.be/IXzJ-Lwvhmc 4. Coffee Industry Consolidation - https://youtu.be/HlNePLOInHI 5. 18 Month Global Coffee Outlook - https://youtu.be/ouy150HDwGI In this final episode of this Map It Forward podcast series, Lee, Felipe, and Angel discuss the current state and future of the global coffee industry in 2025. They delve into various issues affecting the market, from sky-high prices to supply chain complexities. The conversation highlights the need for businesses to be better informed, focus on the value proposition, and adapt in an uncertain market. They also touch upon the importance of sustainable practices and conscious consumerism. The episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone involved in the coffee industry. Connect with Angel and Belco here: https://www.belco.fr/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-barrera-8a0b2236/ https://www.instagram.com/koliafobiano/ https://www.instagram.com/belco.coffee/ Connect with Felipe and FAF here: https://www.instagram.com/felipecroce/ https://www.instagram.com/fafcoffees/ https://fafbrazil.com/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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/groupcoaching Looking for a business advisor for your established coffee business or startup? Email us here: 📧 email: support@mapitforward.org

    46 min

  3. 4D AGO

    EP 1439 - Coffee Industry Consolidation - Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast with 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/mapitforward Check out our on-demand workshops here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops Consider joining one of our Mastermind Groups here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoaching Join our mailing list: • https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist Interested in our business advisory services for your small, medium, or large business? Email us here: support@mapitforward.org Looking for B2B advertising on our podcast for the coffee industry: support@mapitforward.org or DM us here https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Welcome to the 4th episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar. Returning to the podcast for the second time in 2025 are audience favourites, Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil and Angel Barrera from Belco (in France), based in Colombia. This series is a follow-up to the last time Felipe and Angel appeared on the podcast, at the beginning of 2025. At that time, the discussion was focused on the forces driving the coffee crisis and the expectations of the year ahead in coffee. Now, as we head towards the final quarter of 2025, we revisit the topics we discussed in our last series, examining the realities of the state of the coffee supply chain and the status of the coffee crisis. The 5 episodes in this series are: 1. 2025 Coffee Market So Far - https://youtu.be/9ogTc89Mw_o 2. Volatility in Global Coffee 2025 - https://youtu.be/sprQmYDJLww 3. Challenges at Coffee Origin in 2025 - https://youtu.be/IXzJ-Lwvhmc 4. Coffee Industry Consolidation - https://youtu.be/HlNePLOInHI 5. 18 Month Global Coffee Outlook - https://youtu.be/ouy150HDwGI In this episode of this Map It Forward podcast, Lee, Felipe, and Angel delve into the ongoing consolidation within the industry and its impact on small and medium-sized businesses. The conversation explores how market concentration affects producers, roasters, and traders, and highlights the opportunities for innovation and niche markets. They also examine the role of mega-conglomerates like Keurig, Dr. Pepper, JDE Peet's, and Nestle. The discussion emphasizes the importance of traceability, adaptability, and creative business models to compete against the giants. Join us for an insightful and balanced conversation about the future of the volatile coffee market. Connect with Angel and Belco here: https://www.belco.fr/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-barrera-8a0b2236/ https://www.instagram.com/koliafobiano/ https://www.instagram.com/belco.coffee/ Connect with Felipe and FAF here: https://www.instagram.com/felipecroce/ https://www.instagram.com/fafcoffees/ https://fafbrazil.com/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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/groupcoaching Looking for a business advisor for your established coffee business or startup? Email us here: 📧 email: support@mapitforward.org

    25 min

  4. 5D AGO

    EP 1438 - Challenges at Coffee Origin in 2025 - Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast with 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/mapitforward Check out our on-demand workshops here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops Consider joining one of our Mastermind Groups here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoaching Join our mailing list: • https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist Interested in our business advisory services for your small, medium, or large business? Email us here: support@mapitforward.org Looking for B2B advertising on our podcast for the coffee industry: support@mapitforward.org or DM us here https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Welcome to the 3rd episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar. Returning to the podcast for the second time in 2025 are audience favourites, Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil and Angel Barrera from Belco (in France), based in Colombia. This series is a follow-up to the last time Felipe and Angel appeared on the podcast, at the beginning of 2025. At that time, the discussion was focused on the forces driving the coffee crisis and the expectations of the year ahead in coffee. Now, as we head towards the final quarter of 2025, we revisit the topics we discussed in our last series, examining the realities of the state of the coffee supply chain and the status of the coffee crisis. The 5 episodes in this series are: 1. 2025 Coffee Market So Far - https://youtu.be/9ogTc89Mw_o 2. Volatility in Global Coffee 2025 - https://youtu.be/sprQmYDJLww 3. Challenges at Coffee Origin in 2025 - https://youtu.be/IXzJ-Lwvhmc 4. Coffee Industry Consolidation - https://youtu.be/HlNePLOInHI 5. 18 Month Global Coffee Outlook - https://youtu.be/ouy150HDwGI In this episode of this Map It Forward podcast, Lee, Felipe, and Angel discuss the challenges facing coffee production in 2025, market volatility, and the shifts in consumer expectations. Key topics include the impact of climate change on coffee farms, the shift towards Robusta production, the future of specialty coffee, and the importance of sustainable supply chains. The episode provides insights into why purely specialty coffee businesses struggle and what needs to change for them to thrive in a volatile market. Join the conversation on how the coffee industry needs to evolve to meet these new challenges and opportunities. Connect with Angel and Belco here: https://www.belco.fr/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-barrera-8a0b2236/ https://www.instagram.com/koliafobiano/ https://www.instagram.com/belco.coffee/ Connect with Felipe and FAF here: https://www.instagram.com/felipecroce/ https://www.instagram.com/fafcoffees/ https://fafbrazil.com/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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/groupcoaching Looking for a business advisor for your established coffee business or startup? Email us here: 📧 email: support@mapitforward.org

    25 min

  5. 6D AGO

    EP 1437 - Volatility in Global Coffee 2025 - Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast with 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/mapitforward Check out our on-demand workshops here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops Consider joining one of our Mastermind Groups here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoaching Join our mailing list: • https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist Interested in our business advisory services for your small, medium, or large business? Email us here: support@mapitforward.org Looking for B2B advertising on our podcast for the coffee industry: support@mapitforward.org or DM us here https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Welcome to the 2nd episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar. Returning to the podcast for the second time in 2025 are audience favourites, Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil and Angel Barrera from Belco (in France), based in Colombia. This series is a follow-up to the last time Felipe and Angel appeared on the podcast, at the beginning of 2025. At that time, the discussion was focused on the forces driving the coffee crisis and the expectations of the year ahead in coffee. Now, as we head towards the final quarter of 2025, we revisit the topics we discussed in our last series, examining the realities of the state of the coffee supply chain and the status of the coffee crisis. The 5 episodes in this series are: 1. 2025 Coffee Market So Far - https://youtu.be/9ogTc89Mw_o 2. Volatility in Global Coffee 2025 - https://youtu.be/sprQmYDJLww 3. Challenges at Coffee Origin in 2025 - https://youtu.be/IXzJ-Lwvhmc 4. Coffee Industry Consolidation - https://youtu.be/HlNePLOInHI 5. 18 Month Global Coffee Outlook - https://youtu.be/ouy150HDwGI In this episode of this Map It Forward podcast, Lee, Felipe, and Angel focus on the incredible market volatility experienced in 2025, driven by factors such as fluctuating market prices, currency exchange rates, and geopolitical tariffs. They explore how volatility affects decision-making, client interactions, and stability within the industry. Additionally, the conversation touches upon the influence of tariffs and logistical challenges in maintaining stable coffee supplies to global markets. For more detailed insights, join us in this in-depth discussion. Connect with Angel and Belco here: https://www.belco.fr/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-barrera-8a0b2236/ https://www.instagram.com/koliafobiano/ https://www.instagram.com/belco.coffee/ Connect with Felipe and FAF here: https://www.instagram.com/felipecroce/ https://www.instagram.com/fafcoffees/ https://fafbrazil.com/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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/groupcoaching Looking for a business advisor for your established coffee business or startup? Email us here: 📧 email: support@mapitforward.org

    27 min

  6. SEP 8

    EP 1436 - 2025 Coffee Market So Far - Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast with 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/mapitforward Check out our on-demand workshops here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops Consider joining one of our Mastermind Groups here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoaching Join our mailing list: • https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist Interested in our business advisory services for your small, medium, or large business? Email us here: support@mapitforward.org Looking for B2B advertising on our podcast for the coffee industry: support@mapitforward.org or DM us here https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Welcome to the first episode of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar. Returning to the podcast for the second time in 2025 are audience favourites, Felipe Croce from FAF Coffees in Brazil and Angel Barrera from Belco (in France), based in Colombia. This series is a follow-up to the last time Felipe and Angel appeared on the podcast, at the beginning of 2025. At that time, the discussion was focused on the forces driving the coffee crisis and the expectations of the year ahead in coffee. Now, as we head towards the final quarter of 2025, we revisit the topics we discussed in our last series, examining the realities of the state of the coffee supply chain and the status of the coffee crisis. The 5 episodes in this series are: 1. 2025 Coffee Market So Far - https://youtu.be/9ogTc89Mw_o 2. Volatility in Global Coffee 2025 - https://youtu.be/sprQmYDJLww 3. Challenges at Coffee Origin in 2025 - https://youtu.be/IXzJ-Lwvhmc 4. Coffee Industry Consolidation - https://youtu.be/HlNePLOInHI 5. 18 Month Global Coffee Outlook - https://youtu.be/ouy150HDwGI In this episode of this Map It Forward podcast, host Lee Safar teams up with coffee industry experts Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera to discuss the unforeseen and unprecedented events that have unfolded in the global coffee market during 2025. They delve into how East Africa and Colombia diverged from market expectations, the effects of government-set prices in Ethiopia, and the rapid consumption of East African coffee inventories. They also touch on the growing need for multilingual support in the coffee industry podcast and announce exciting changes coming to Map It Forward in 2026, including the introduction of advertisements. This episode sets the stage for understanding the new chaotic normal in coffee production and trade, and prepares listeners for a deeper exploration of the driving forces behind this volatility in subsequent episodes. Connect with Angel and Belco here: https://www.belco.fr/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-barrera-8a0b2236/ https://www.instagram.com/koliafobiano/ https://www.instagram.com/belco.coffee/ Connect with Felipe and FAF here: https://www.instagram.com/felipecroce/ https://www.instagram.com/fafcoffees/ https://fafbrazil.com/ •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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/groupcoaching Looking for a business advisor for your established coffee business or startup? Email us here: 📧 email: support@mapitforward.org

    27 min

  7. SEP 5

    EP 1435 - What Can We Expect Next in Coffee? - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast with 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/mapitforward Check out our on-demand workshops here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops Consider joining one of our Mastermind Groups here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoaching Join our mailing list: • https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist Interested in our business advisory series for your small, medium, or large business? Email us here: support@mapitforward.org •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• This is the 5th episode of a 5-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Lee Safar. This is a solo series, i.e., Lee Safar with no guests, to discuss the changes that have been happening at Map It Forward in 2025 and what exciting changes will continue to evolve over the coming 12 months. Another focus of this series will be a status update of how we're viewing the coffee crisis and how we're advising our clients as the evolution continues. None of the information in this series should be taken as advice for your business. The 5 episodes of this series are: 1. Let's Talk About What's Going on in Coffee - https://youtu.be/S4zMs9MC8_4 2. Coffee Price Volatility - https://youtu.be/6ftNp7-jMxE 3. Coffee Industry Consolidation - https://youtu.be/dD8uLQcDgfY 4. Coffee Supply Chains Are Reorganizing - https://youtu.be/gqU1hIegSxc 5. What Can We Expect Next in Coffee? - https://youtu.be/k7xm8F-PGUI In the final episode of a five-part series, Lee delves into the enduring coffee crisis. Lee identifies key signals such as corporate acquisitions and rising coffee prices, highlighting a growing separation within the coffee industry. This episode forecasts a challenging future marked by consolidation, business closures, and evolving market dynamics. Lee advises thinking ahead for 2026 business plans and underscores the importance of staying informed and supporting the coffee community during these turbulent times. Connect with Lee Safar and Map It Forward here: support@mapitforward.org https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leesafar/ https://mapitforward.coffee •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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/groupcoaching Looking for a business advisor for your established coffee business or startup? Email us here: 📧 email: support@mapitforward.org

    17 min

  8. SEP 4

    EP 1434 - Coffee Supply Chains Are Reorganizing - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast with 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/mapitforward Check out our on-demand workshops here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops Consider joining one of our Mastermind Groups here: • https://mapitforward.coffee/groupcoaching Join our mailing list: • https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist Interested in our business advisory series for your small, medium, or large business? Email us here: support@mapitforward.org •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• This is the 4th episode of a 5-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Lee Safar. This is a solo series, i.e., Lee Safar with no guests, to discuss the changes that have been happening at Map It Forward in 2025 and what exciting changes will continue to evolve over the coming 12 months. Another focus of this series will be a status update of how we're viewing the coffee crisis and how we're advising our clients as the evolution continues. None of the information in this series should be taken as advice for your business. The 5 episodes of this series are: 1. Let's Talk About What's Going on in Coffee - https://youtu.be/S4zMs9MC8_4 2. Coffee Price Volatility - https://youtu.be/6ftNp7-jMxE 3. Coffee Industry Consolidation - https://youtu.be/dD8uLQcDgfY 4. Coffee Supply Chains Are Reorganizing - https://youtu.be/gqU1hIegSxc 5. What Can We Expect Next in Coffee? - https://youtu.be/k7xm8F-PGUI In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee delves into the complexities of the current coffee crisis, focusing on supply chain issues and the influence of geopolitics and tariffs. Coffee producers are rethinking their strategies, shifting from specialty coffee to commercial markets. Tariffs imposed during the Trump administration are reshaping trade, particularly impacting major coffee producers like Brazil, Vietnam, and Colombia. Lee discusses the broader implications for both producers and consumers, emphasizing the long-term changes expected in coffee sourcing and pricing. Connect with Lee Safar and Map It Forward here: support@mapitforward.org https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leesafar/ https://mapitforward.coffee •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 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/groupcoaching Looking for a business advisor for your established coffee business or startup? Email us here: 📧 email: support@mapitforward.org

    16 min
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The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by MAP IT FORWARD provides content to the Global Specialty Coffee Industry every weekday. Episodes are released Monday to Friday at 1 am PT. Each week, a 5-part series is released with a single guest exploring a theme that the guest is an expert in. Series are relevant to current events happening in the specialty coffee industry, including business, logistics, economics, geopolitics, industry challenges, and more. Episodes are hosted by specialty coffee veteran, entrepreneur, and business advisor, Lee Safar. All episodes are unedited and typically run 15 - 20 minutes. The content on this podcast is suited to members of the global coffee industry keen on challenging the traditional narrative within the fast-evolving industry from a constructive and curious perspective. This is a conversational podcast, and from time to time, you will hear cursing because of the conversational nature of the discussions. Our values at MAP IT FORWARD are curiosity, integrity, authenticity, and openness. Our mission at MAP IT FORWARD is "Conspiring to each other's success". The video version of this podcast is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/mapitforward Find out more about MAP IT FORWARD at https://www.mapitforward.coffee

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