Welcome to our latest episode of the podcast, where we are honored to have Tamiru Tadesse, founder of ALO Coffee, as our guest. Tamiru is a seasoned professional in the coffee industry, having established his own export company in Ethiopia. He is also the recipient of the 2021 Cup of Excellence award, which is a testament to his expertise in the field. In this episode, we have traveled all the way to Tamiru's station at ALO, Bensa, Ethiopia, to get an in-depth understanding of his business operations and gain valuable insights from him. Tamiru shares his insights on various aspects of the coffee export business. He talks about the opportunities and challenges that aspiring professionals may face when entering the industry. He also delves into the financial issues that often affect the coffee industry and how one can navigate them. Tamiru also provides valuable information on the Ethiopian coffee harvest and the significance of coffee traceability in building a successful export business. Furthermore, Tamiru explains the concept of vertical integration and its impact on the coffee industry. As a bonus, we also ask Tamiru some personal questions that provide our listeners with an understanding of his background and how he manages to balance his personal and professional life. If you're interested in the coffee industry, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now to gain valuable insights from Tamiru Tadesse, directly from his station at ALO, Bensa, Ethiopia. Socail Links https://twitter.com/MERI_Podcast https://www.instagram.com/meripodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzKN... https://www.tiktok.com/@meripodcast https://www.linkedin.com/company/meri... Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/camp... License code: P9MK38WT3B77ONNQ