NCA Convention 2018 Breakout Sessions
There's always something new too learn about coffee
Dive into key industry issues, expand your expertise, and discover what's next for coffee.
These targeted educational sessions are a great opportunity to connect with new colleagues and top experts from across the supply chain.
Pre-Convention Session
Career Insights for the Next Generation of Coffee Leaders
The Next Generation Council
Concurrent Breakout Sessions: Group 1
How Blockchain is Transforming Business
Bradley Steinfeld, IBM Canada
Protecting Your Company Image: The Top 5 things you need in Place
John Deveney, Deveney
Catch the Buzz Behind Cold Brew
- Julia Leach, Toddy
- Scott Hawks, Eight O’Clock Coffee
- Mark Corey, National Coffee Association
Concurrent Breakout Sessions: Group 2
Brewing Up the Future: Opportunities in Ready-to-Drink Coffee
Matthew Barry, Euromonitor International
Flavors and Additives: The New Trends for Your Coffee
Mark DiDominco, Datassential
A Practical Guide to Managing Diacetyl & Flavor Safety in the Workplac
- Mark Corey, National Coffee Association
- Claudia Lewis, Veneble LLP
Concurrent Breakout Sessions: Group 3
Coffee Sustainability: Visions in Action
- Daniele Giovanucci, Committee on Sustainability Assessment
- Shannon Higgins, Mother Parkers Tea and Coffee
- Juan Estaban Orduz, Colombian Coffee Federation
- Annette Pensel, Global Coffee Platform
- Mary Petitt, Global Coffee Platform
- Paul Stewart, TechnoServe
Emerging Trends in Coffee Processing
David Roche, Coffee Quality Institute
Cupping for All Levels
Stephen Schulman, Lacas Coffee Co/Dallis Bros. Coffee
* Please note that speakers and topics are subject to change