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MAP IT FORWARD Middle East

MAP IT FORWARD
Coffee
Coffee Production
Climate Change
Fairtrade International
Coffee Market Volatility
Fairtrade
Coffee Market
Agroforestry
Coffee Market Structure
Backwardation
Hedging
Coffee Hedging
Commodity Trading
Coffee Industry
Coffee Farmers
Brazil
Cooperatives
Market Access
Combo Contracts
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The Map It Forward Middle East Podcast explores the business of coffee across the Middle East, featuring conversations with entrepreneurs, producers, and professionals building the future of the region’s coffee industry.

Hosted by Dubai-based Map It Forward founder Lee Safar, each five-episode series highlights one guest's journey, offering practical insights, regional context, and candid discus... more

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This episode is brought to you by The Honduran Coffee Alliance, connecting Honduran coffee producers with global buyers in a fair, sustainable, and commercially viable way.

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This is Part 5 of a five-part series with Sean Warner from the Honduran Coffee Alliance, exploring how coffee pricing is set today and how it may change in the future.In the final episode, Lee Safar and Sean Warner discuss potential alternatives to A... more

This is Part 4 of a five-part series with Sean Warner from the Honduran Coffee Alliance, exploring how coffee pricing is set today and how it may change in the future.In this episode, Lee Safar and Sean Warner explore direct trade as a proposed solut... more

This is Part 3 of a five-part series with Sean Warner from the Honduran Coffee Alliance, exploring how coffee pricing is set today and how it may change in the future.In this episode, Lee Safar and Sean Warner focus on the often-overlooked role of ri... more

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Sean Warner
From the Honduran Coffee Alliance, discussing the intricacies of coffee finance and relationships.
Honduran Coffee Alliance
Episode: EP 938 - Part 3 of 5: Risk, Cash Flow, and Timing - Sean Warner
Greg Oddo
Weather strategist at Sucafina
Sucafina
Episode: EP 926 Greg Oddo - The Impact of Weather on the Coffee Industry - Map It Forward Middle East Podcast Lee Safar
Samo Smrke
Acting head of the Coffee Excellence Centre at Zurich University of Applied Sciences
Zurich University of Applied Sciences
Episode: EP 911 Samo Smrke - Good Coffee Science Versus Bad - Map It Forward Middle East Podcast Lee Safar
Tim Wendelboe
Owner of Tim Wendelboe Coffee
Tim Wendelboe Coffee
Episode: EP 910 George Howell and Tim Wendelboe - The Future of Coffee, Roasteries, and Cafes - Map It Forward Middle East Podcast Lee Safar
George Howell
Founder of George Howell Coffee
George Howell Coffee
Episode: EP 910 George Howell and Tim Wendelboe - The Future of Coffee, Roasteries, and Cafes - Map It Forward Middle East Podcast Lee Safar
Susie Spindler
Co-founder of Cup of Excellence and founder of ACE
Alliance for Coffee Excellence
Episode: EP 901 Susie Spindler - Forming Cup of Excellence - Map It Forward Middle East Podcast Lee Safar
Nora Burkey
Expert in the coffee development sector working with The Chain Collaborative
The Chain Collaborative
Episode: EP 899 Nora Burkey - Myths and Realities of Coffee Development Sector - Map It Forward Middle East Podcast Lee Safar
The Chain Collaborative
A US-based non-profit that invests in local leaders and community-based organizations in coffee communities globally
The Chain Collaborative
Episode: EP 896 Nora Burkey - The Evolution of Development in Coffee - Map It Forward Middle East Podcast Lee Safar
Brendan Adams
CEO of Semilla Coffee, a company focused on ethical coffee sourcing and quality improvement
Semilla Coffee
Episode: EP 892 Brendan Adams - The Discussion Around Quality Coffee - Map It Forward Middle East Podcast Lee Safar

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Lee Safar
Host of the MAP IT FORWARD Middle East Podcast, providing insights into the coffee industry's challenges and innovations alongside guest professionals in the field.

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Apple Podcasts
#39
Saudi Arabia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#153
United Arab Emirates/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#238
India/Arts/Food

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The Coffee Industry in 2026 (Part 5): Preparing for 2026: Power, Institutions, and What Comes Next - Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera
Q: Angel, how about you?
It's time for companies, for owners of companies, managers of the companies, to think back. What are your core values?
The Coffee Industry in 2026 (Part 5): Preparing for 2026: Power, Institutions, and What Comes Next - Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera
Q: Felipe, I'll start with you. What's one piece of advice that you would give people for how we prepare for the year ahead?
Go back to the basics. It's time to think everyone's been in survival mode.
EP 936 - Part 1 of 5: How Coffee Is Priced Today - Sean Warner
Q: Why is there confusion over how coffee should be priced?
Sean explains that the pricing of coffee is complex and often tied to the futures market, which does not effectively reflect the costs of production or the nuances of quality and origin.
EP 936 - Part 1 of 5: How Coffee Is Priced Today - Sean Warner
Q: Sean, tell people your journey into coffee and what the Honduran Coffee Alliance is and does?
Sean Warner shares his background as an engineer who moved to Honduras for humanitarian work and eventually fell in love with coffee, leading to the establishment of the Honduran Coffee Alliance which aims to connect producers with markets.
The Coffee Industry in 2026 (Part 1): Where the Industry Stands Today - Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera
Q: What should they be focusing on?
People in the coffee industry should return to their core beliefs and identity, focusing on what truly matters for their businesses.

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Exploring the intricate dynamics of the coffee industry in the Middle East, this podcast features conversations with entrepreneurs, producers, and industry professionals who are shaping the future of coffee in the region. Discussions center around key challenges, innovation, and sustainability, providing practical insights and regional context intended for coffee enthusiasts and professionals alike. Each series focuses on the journey of a specific guest, fostering candid dialogues that not only highlight individual experiences in the coffee business but also shed light on broader industry trends. Notable themes include the impact of climate change on coffee production, the significance of market strategies, and the cultural challenges encou... more

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2. Greg Oddo
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