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2026 Roasters of the Year Forum Hosted by Roast Magazine

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2026 Roasters of the Year Forum Hosted by Roast Magazine

SEM18NY
March 09, 2026
Conversation Corner

Join Roast Magazine for a special edition of their Roasters Forum, bringing together the newly announced 2026 Roasters of the Year for their first public conversation together.

This coast-to-coast panel features two specialty coffee powerhouses: Matthew & Seidy Selivanow of Kafiex Roasters, (Washington State - 2026 Micro Roaster of the Year) and Anu Menon & Suyog Mody of Driftaway Coffee (New York - 2026 Macro Roaster of the Year).

Bringing together two very different roasting journeys from opposite sides of the country, the conversation will explore how coffee businesses are built and grown today - from values and scale to the decisions that shape a company over time.

This is a free session included in your general admission.   

PRESENTED BY

Speakers
Seidy Selivanow, Co-Owner / Barista Trainer - Kafiex Roasters
Matthew Selivanow
Anu Menon, Co-founder - Driftaway Coffee
Suyog Mody, Co-founder - Driftaway Coffee
Panel Moderator
Connie Blumhardt
Connie Blumhardt, Publisher - Roast Magazine
Roast Magazine
Roast Magazine - Roast Magazine

Fee

FREE

Levels

Suitable for All Experience Levels

Language

English

Who is this session for?

Suitable for all experience levels, particularly roasters and coffee business owners. Ideal for those interested in gaining insights from industry leaders on current trends, challenges, and opportunities in coffee roasting.
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