International Marketing and Advertising Professional | Founder of Costal Campesino de Colombia SAS | Specialist in Logistics, Sales, and Business Development.

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With a distinguished multisector career, Federico Castro combines a strategic understanding of international marketing with extensive operational experience in multinational companies and social-impact organizations.

 

As the founder of Costal Campesino de Colombia SAS, he leads the development and positioning of sustainable business models connected to Colombia’s agricultural communities.

 

His profile integrates global logistics and commercial management with experience working for Swiss foundations focused on strengthening businesses in conflict-affected areas, enabling him to connect international markets with initiatives delivering significant economic and social impact.

Commercial Management in Europe | Green Coffee Specialist | Business Development

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With 8 years of experience in the coffee industry, Sam Jackson combines strong cupping skills with an in-depth understanding of the European coffee market. His background includes experience with an established green coffee importer, as well as regular visits to coffee farms, giving him first-hand insight into quality control and sourcing.

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His training in roasting and barista skills, together with his close connection to the latest trends in coffee consumption and hospitality, allows him to understand the needs of both roasters and importers. With a people-focused approach and meticulous attention to detail, he supports each customer throughout the onboarding and account management process, helping them find the solution that best fits their business.

Social Impact and Sustainability Lead | Financial Management at Costal Campesino de Colombia S.A.S.

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Kelvin has 8 years of experience leading community and productive projects with vulnerable communities across different regions and contexts in Colombia, ranging from institutional work in the post-conflict period to the development of sustainable business models in the private sector.

 

His career combines technical assistance for communities affected by conflict with the design of productive projects, public-private cooperation, and impact monitoring.

 

At Costal Campesino, he leads the company’s impact strategy and also oversees financial management, bringing the same territorial development perspective he has built throughout his career.

Q Grader | SCA Roasting Professional | SCA Barista Professional

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With more than 10 years of experience in the coffee industry, Juan Manuel Montenegro has a comprehensive profile encompassing coffee cupping, sensory evaluation, roasting, and preparation.

 

His career includes serving as a judge in quality competitions and roasting and barista competitions, further strengthening his technical and sensory perspective on coffee.

 

His experience enables him to understand and evaluate coffee holistically, from bean to cup, always seeking to bring out its full potential.