This is the 5th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.

Our guest on the podcast this series is a regular of the podcast and dear friend of Map It Forward, visionary and entrepreneur, Nawar Adra. Nawar is the owner of Stitch Coffee (Cafes, roastery, B2B and B2C) and ECRE (Co-Roasting facility) in Sydney, Australia.

In this series, Nawar and Lee discuss the state of the Australian coffee industry in 2024 with the challenges and opportunities that come with it.

In this episode of the series, Nawar and Lee highlight the struggles of coffee roasters, the importance of financial management, and the pitfalls of extending credit to clients.

It also covers the transition to direct-to-consumer sales, the impact of market saturation and 'zombie businesses,' and the need for professionalism and mental health awareness in the industry.

The episode wraps up with a conversation on the importance of values, community support, and strategic business practices in sustaining the coffee industry.

00:00 Navigating Financial Challenges in the Coffee Industry

01:18 Introducing the Final Episode: Australian Coffee Scene Insights

02:19 Strategies for Coffee Roasters Facing Financial Struggles

03:49 The Importance of Payment Terms and Business Practices

07:11 Navigating Relationships and Trust in the Coffee Business

08:41 Addressing Mental Health and Business Survival Strategies

11:35 Future Outlook and Advice for Coffee Business Owners

18:09 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

Connect with Nawar Adra and Stitch Coffee here:

https://www.instagram.com/stitch.coffee/

https://www.stitch.coffee/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nawar-adra-12909516a/

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