Coffee Fest Orlando 2025 Schedule
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Latte Art VenueTaught by our Latte Art World Championship Open (LAWCO) judges, this 3-hour small-group workshop offers intensive instruction on the core techniques of crafting espresso-based beverages. You'll receiv ...
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W230BHow do you reach your customer base? Instagram? Tiktok? Carrier pigeon? Getting information out to folks can be FUN, CREATIVE, and an incredibly useful tool that doesn't have to be stressful. Learn wa ...
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Latte Art VenueReady to pour your first heart? This beginner-level workshop introduces budding baristas to the building blocks of free pour latte art. Taught by judges from LAWCO (Latte Art World Championship Open), ...
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W230CThis seminar, led by David Gaines - Chief Visionary of La Terza Coffee and author of Radical Business: The Root of Your Work and How It Can Change the World - will explore the application of conscious ...
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W230AIn this session we will go over the business side of your business. While numbers can be confusing, they are critical to your success. Topics will include: how to have a healthy business, metrics you ...
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Cupping CornerThis beginner-friendly course introduces the fundamentals of cupping, the coffee industry’s standard for evaluating coffee quality. You'll learn what cupping is, why it’s used across various sectors o ...
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Meet at RegistrationFrom trends and recipes to efficiency and profits, you will learn how to create and implement a successful energy program. We will share data on the latest trends and help you understand how to best m ...
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W230BDiscover the latest insights driving menu innovation and profitability in the specialty beverage market. This seminar will provide: A high-level overview of consumption and purchase trends influencing ...
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W230CHow to Stay Alive + Thrive is 2025 is a must-attend seminar for coffee professionals navigating an ever-changing industry. We’ll cover the surface level on essential topics like: Cost of Goods, Menu ...
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W230AWhat does the future look like in the business of coffee? What established trends will continue (hint: digital ordering), what new trends are emerging and what will have less of an impact on your busi ...
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W230BAs coffee professionals, we obsess over the drink we love. Its history, nuances, and culture are all part of why we are passionate and driven to tend to the details so it can reach its full potential ...
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Tech LabDrop by the Tech Lab on the show floor for hands-on training with expert technicians and trainers. This open-access, interactive space presented by Synesso features multiple stations equipped with ind ...
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W230ABarista Basics is a comprehensive session covering essential skills for crafting consistent espresso-based drinks in your business. Participants will learn about the origin of coffee, understanding ov ...
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W230CMarketing is already a pretty daunting task - Following TikTok trends, holiday menus, email lists! That's what everybody else does... and you're not like everybody else, are you? Do you really want to ...
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Latte Art VenueAlternative milks have gone from a popular trend to absolute necessity in the past few years, and their unstoppable rise has resulted in many barista designed dairy milk alternatives that are easily s ...
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Business Building EssentialsIn today’s competitive coffee landscape, technology isn’t just a luxury - it’s a necessity. This session explores how modern café technologies - from automated espresso machines and digital ordering s ...
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Conversation CornerJoin industry trailblazers and seasoned experts and unravel the art and science behind elevating coffee shop retail revenue streams. Covering an array of retail opportunities beyond beverages and food ...
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Cupping CornerEste taller de cata se realizará en español - una oportunidad para catar y compartir en nuestro idioma. Este curso introductorio te enseñará los fundamentos de la cata de café, el método estándar de l ...
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W230BIs insurance a source of stress or confusion for you? You're not alone, but it doesn’t have to be complicated! In this session, we’ll demystify the basics of risk management and show you practical way ...
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Business Building EssentialsGreat coffee gets them in the door, but an amazing experience keeps them coming back! In this seminar, we’ll help you level up your customer service to turn casual customers into loyal fans. Join us a ...
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W230AWondering how to set & adjust your prices or arrange your menu? Mark Calhoun and Jim Starcev of PerfectCube discuss optimal ways to determine your prices, increase your prices and make your menu work ...
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Conversation CornerAs specialty coffee continues to grow it may seem that there's a shop on every corner, including across the street from yours. If that's got you stressed about how to distinguish your café from your c ...
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Business Building EssentialsHuman Resources may very well be the most lacking component of the vast majority of retail coffee operations. Without strong people policies, coffee shop owners are subject to unengaged employees, low ...
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W230CPeople are needed to run a coffee shop but you're going to need the right people to run a successful one. Far too often, coffee shop owners and managers will find themselves in dire need of employees ...
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Latte Art VenueCustomizing and crafting trending non-coffee beverages is a 1.5-hour class covering the essentials of offering non-coffee (tea!) based beverages. This class is designed to enhance the skills and knowl ...
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W230BIn this session, you'll discover how to elevate your iPhone photography specifically for your coffee business. We’ll explore techniques to capture the perfect shot of your coffee products, from lattes ...
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Conversation CornerSustainability is a complex and ever-evolving topic in the coffee industry, touching every stage of the supply chain - from farming and sourcing to roasting, packaging, and café operations. This panel ...
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Cupping CornerEvaluating coffee’s sensorial qualities is a skill that one develops over time, but just how does one begin to develop these skills? In this workshop, you will learn the basic theory behind taste and ...
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Business Building EssentialsLearn the 13 costly mistakes coffee shop tenants make negotiating their first lease or renewal. How to negotiate for the maximum free rent period, tenant allowance, lower rent, and no deposit or pers ...
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Conversation CornerYour brand is more than just a logo - it’s the personality, story, and experience that keep customers coming back. In this panel, industry experts will dive into what makes a coffee brand truly memora ...
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Business Building EssentialsReady to brew up some profits? In this seminar, we’ll guide you through the ins and outs of managing your cost of goods, so you can keep your prices competitive while maximizing your margins. Join us ...
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W230CIn order for any coffee bar to be successful and provide its staff and customers with an excellent experience it needs to be supported by a set of well-crafted systems. In many cafes, there is an incr ...
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W230AJust opened a coffee shop, getting ready to open or thinking about opening a coffee shop? Mark Calhoun and Jim Starcev of PerfectCube will share their experience developed from running retail stores a ...
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Latte Art VenueThe road to latte art glory starts here! Portland 2025 marked the first-ever Latte Art World Championship Open Qualifier - Orlando 2025 marks the second! In this qualifier, baristas will battle in a s ...
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W230AThis seminar is designed for for-purpose cafes, including owners, baristas, and anyone passionate about creating impactful change in their communities. Join us for an inspiring and informative session ...
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Business Building EssentialsSuccess in the coffee industry isn’t just about competing - it’s about building connections. This panel discussion explores how collaboration, even with competitors, can create stronger businesses, be ...
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Conversation CornerStarting any coffee business comes with a steep learning curve. In this panel discussion, local café owners and brand founders share what they’ve learned from the ground up – from early missteps to tu ...
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Business Building EssentialsThe search and selection of an espresso machine to best fit your vision and business plan can quickly become a daunting task. This session will dive into some of the most important considerations to e ...
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Conversation CornerEste panel, realizado en español, se adentra en el mundo del café de especialidad, explorando sus características únicas y lo que lo distingue de los cafés comunes. Debatiremos la pregunta: ¿Es el caf ...
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W230BMarketing your coffee shop doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or out of reach. In this session, we’ll strip away the jargon and focus on straightforward strategies that actually work. Whether you’re ju ...
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W230AJoin us for a lively, interactive workshop designed to help you build your new café or improve the operations of an existing one. This session will walk through the essential building blocks: foundati ...
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Cupping CornerExplore the incredible diversity of coffees grown across the Americas, from the nutty and chocolatey flavors of Brazil to the vibrant, fruity profiles of Colombia and the complex nuances of Honduras a ...
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W230CYour team is the heartbeat of your business - and managing labor effectively is key to both your bottom line and your store culture. In this session led by PerfectCube, you'll discover actionable stra ...
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Conversation CornerKnow how to make a great espresso, but not sure what sort of food your cafe should serve? An expert in latte art, but confused what types of pastries are on trend this year? Join this panel discussion ...
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Business Building EssentialsThis seminar is designed to unlock the benefits of franchising your coffee brand. Discover how franchising can accelerate growth, expand your brand’s reach, and create new revenue streams while mainta ...
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Tech LabJoin one of Synesso's senior technicians for an in-depth training designed to elevate your espresso machine installation skills. This session will provide essential knowledge and practical guidance to ...
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Cupping CornerReady to elevate your cupping game? In this intermediate-level session, we’ll dive deeper into the attributes used to determine coffee quality, such as aroma, acidity, body, and balance, and discuss h ...
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W230CThe difference between an excellent cafe that stands out in the pack and one that is just average comes down to how you care for the small but significant details that make up the whole experience. An ...
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W230AReady to maximize your profitability? In this session we'll do a deep dive into 3 of the most important areas of your business and where we get the most questions: how to set & monitor prices whether ...
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W230BNew to cold brew or looking to build a stronger foundation? This session covers the essentials: a brief history of cold brew, common brewing methods, and the basic science behind great results. We’ll ...
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W230BIn a fast-paced and evolving market, it can be challenging to pinpoint what's trending in the beverage world. Join Monin as we explore the drink trends of 2025, equipping you to craft flavorful, innov ...
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W230CEveryone loves a beautiful bar. That is, until they have to work on one that was improperly designed. Then we curse the architect and all involved for creating such a beautiful monster. With the rise ...
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W230AIn this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create, implement, and maintain essential Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) tailored specifically for coffee businesses. Led by Eric + Destiny Rowell, ...
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Tech LabDrop by the Tech Lab on the show floor for hands-on training with expert technicians and trainers. This open-access, interactive space presented by Synesso features multiple stations equipped with ind ...
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W230CLearn how to claim and manage your Google Business listings, and create a successful social media strategy. A session focused on social media best practices, how to attract an audience, build relation ...
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W230BSignature drinks provide an excellent opportunity to build profitability, brand identity and customer loyalty. This seminar will help get your wheels turning on how to develop these beverages, looking ...
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Conversation CornerCoffee connects cultures worldwide, but inequities continue to shape the experiences of BIPOC professionals in the industry today. This panel brings together owners, managers, and employees to share ...
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Business Building EssentialsReady to brew up some profits? In this seminar, we’ll guide you through the ins and outs of managing your cost of goods, so you can keep your prices competitive while maximizing your margins. Join us ...
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W230CSunergos Coffee Retail Lead, Andy Pesek, shares tools and advice for those preparing to open a cafe. This conversation goes beyond the passion for coffee and people and dives into the often overlooked ...
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Latte Art VenueNew to espresso or still building your confidence on bar? This hands-on, small-group workshop will walk you through the essential steps of dialing in for a balanced, flavorful shot. Designed for begin ...
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W230AReady to maximize your profitability? In this session, we'll do a deep dive into 4 of the most important areas of your business: Sales, COGS, Inventory, and Waste. We'll talk about and show examples o ...
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W230BHow can you grow your coffee shop when you are doing everything and yourself? We start coffee with a desire to facilitate community through our coffee shops, yet somehow deny ourselves the internal co ...
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Conversation CornerDive into an engaging panel discussion with seasoned entrepreneurs and discover the diverse arsenal of marketing techniques utilized by these industry leaders. From leveraging social media platforms l ...
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Latte Art VenueBarista Workflow and Efficiency is an interactive 90-minute workshop crafted for baristas, managers, and cafe owners eager to build a faster, smoother coffee bar operation. This class dives deep into ...
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Business Building EssentialsIn this session, we will dive into the essential steps for launching and running a successful mobile coffee business. From developing a solid business plan to selecting the right equipment, we’ll cove ...
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Conversation CornerJoin Roast Magazine and a panel of local leaders in the roasting world for a panel discussion on the hot topics surrounding the industry today. Hear from local roasters and business owners and get the ...
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W230AHow do you turn a personal vision into a community-rooted coffee brand? Join Ian Williams, founder of Deadstock Coffee, as he walks through the real-world steps of building a brand from the ground up. ...
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Business Building EssentialsGreat coffee gets them in the door, but an amazing experience keeps them coming back! In this seminar, we’ll help you level up your customer service to turn casual customers into loyal fans. Join us a ...
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Conversation CornerIn a saturated market, one way coffeeshops can stand out is by creating unique and interesting rotating beverages for their seasonal menus. From coffee cocktails through to flavored cold brew, coffee ...
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Cupping CornerAfrica is widely regarded as the cradle of coffee, offering some of the most dynamic and sought-after flavors in the world. From Ethiopia’s bright, floral profiles to the fruity, wine-like notes of Bu ...
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Latte Art VenueThe road to latte art glory starts here! Portland 2025 marked the first-ever Latte Art World Championship Open Qualifier - Orlando 2025 marks the second! In this qualifier, baristas will battle in a s ...
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Business Building EssentialsBuilding a brand? Protecting it is just as important! This session will guide you through the essential steps to safeguard your brand’s identity and assets from the start. In this session, we’ll cover ...
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Conversation CornerWhether your shop is in a small town, suburb or major metropolitian area, come to Specialty Coffee Success No Matter the Size of Your City at the Conversation Corner to get some tips, expert advice, a ...
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W230CStarting out, or, need to overhaul your barista training program? Learn what makes a successful coffee training program tick with an industry expert trainer. Discover how to create foolproof training ...
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Business Building EssentialsTired of the top-down management style that burns out leaders and disengages staff? At Cherry Coffee, we flipped the script. In 2022, we introduced a shared leadership model that empowers baristas to ...
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Cupping CornerAsia is home to some of the fastest-growing and most exciting coffee-producing regions in the world. From the earthy, full-bodied coffees of Indonesia to the rich, nutty flavors of India and the intri ...
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W230AGo beyond the P&L. We cover how to make good financial decisions for your business by looking at trends and data that your standard financial reports don't include. Is your business healthy? Are you i ...
