EP 1146 Spencer Perez - The Changing Landscape for Espresso Technicians - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward
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.
This week's guest on the podcast is Espresso Technician and coffee professional, Spencer Perez.
Spencer is part of a growing number of espresso technicians who have formed a community on a Discord server called Service Layer. This series explores the rapidly evolving role of the espresso tech today.
In this final episode of this series of The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward, Lee and Spencer discuss the evolving culture of espresso technicians in the coffee industry. They explore how techs with coffee backgrounds bring a new layer of empathy and understanding to their roles, impacting local economies and the industry at large.
The episode highlights the importance of trust between cafe owners and technicians, the complexities of choosing the right equipment, and the broader impacts of economic shifts within the coffee value chain.
Spencer shares insights into the challenges faced by espresso techs, including market saturation and economic downturns, and emphasizes the need for resiliency and diversified services. Tune in to learn how this emerging shift in espresso tech culture can positively influence the coffee industry.
00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
01:00 Welcome and Series Conclusion
01:20 Emerging Shift in Espresso Technician Culture
02:12 Technicians with Coffee Backgrounds
06:03 Building Trust with Clients
10:44 Economic Projections and Industry Impact
13:27 Adapting to Market Changes
20:37 Future of Specialty Coffee
20:58 Connecting with Espresso Technicians
23:23 Closing Remarks and Sign Off
Connect with the community of technicians at https://www.servicelayer.coffee/
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