the curriculum launches April 10

pre-order all six classes now!

what is coffee?

In this six-part journey through the supply chain, we'll expand our definition of all that coffee is, and deepen our appreciation for all those involved in the commerce of coffee.

who is ED+U for?

  • new coffee professionals

    deepen your understanding of key steps in the supply chain

  • growing coffee businesses

    use this curriculum to strengthen your training program

  • coffee enthusiasts

    grow your knowledge of the world of specialty coffee in one place

what is ED+U?

a source for free, professional coffee education

Education is a pillar of Cafe Imports' mission, and we believe the industry is made stronger when everyone has access to education. With ED+U, we set out to make a free and comprehensive training curriculum that brings coffee education to anyone looking to learn.

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meet your instructor

Dylan Siemens

I'm Dylan, Head of Education at Cafe Imports, and the creator of ED+U. Throughout my coffee career, countless people have invested their time and knowledge in me. I'm grateful to be able to pay that forward here at Cafe Imports. As importers, we are uniquely positioned to learn from people at every step of the supply chain, and we want to share that knowledge freely with the industry. We hope ED+U is a platform for learning, teaching, and growing together.

FAQ

  • how are the classes created?

    The class objectives are established, and research is conducted by reviewing scholarly articles, studies, and books. Some classes warrant traveling to producing countries or interviewing subject matter experts. Individuals who are consulted are often affiliated with or suppliers to Cafe Imports. Organize the gathered information into a written lesson plan structured on the class objectives. Gather supporting media, including photos, videos, and art from research travel, cited works, Cafe Imports’ digital library, and in-house designers. Class presentations are created in PowerPoint. Class materials are peer-reviewed and fact-checked by stakeholders like the Cafe Imports executive team and experts who contributed to the class. Classes are written, and creation is directed by Dylan Siemens, Head of Education.

  • how may I use the class materials?

    These classes are open-access, meaning you can use the materials however you need. We ask that you credit Cafe Imports as the source if you use the information, art, or files. Education is a pillar of our company mission, and we believe the industry is made stronger when all have access to educational resources. Thorough coffee education is often behind a paywall or given by an employer. Creating a training curriculum is time and resource-intensive for a company. We hope ed+u raises the quality and accessibility of coffee education for individuals and companies.

  • are private or in-person sessions offered?

    If you’d like to schedule a private session, email [email protected].