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EP 1142 Spencer Perez - A New Era For Espresso Technicians - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward
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This is the first 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 episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Spencer talk about how modern espresso technicians act more as connected, experienced consultants rather than just repairmen.
We dive into the formation of service communities like Service Layer, aimed at advocating for espresso technicians, and creating sustainable career pathways.
The episode also touches on the broader conversation about recognizing the contributions of espresso techs, professional certifications, and the unique insights they bring to the coffee industry.
Stay tuned for the rest of this engaging series where we explore the state and future of espresso techs!
00:00 Introduction to the New Breed of Tech
00:19 Sponsor Message: Become a Coffee Consultant
00:58 Welcome and Series Introduction
01:08 Meet Spencer Perez: First Espresso Tech on the Podcast
01:50 The Role and Community of Espresso Technicians
03:14 The Golden Espresso Machine and the Voice of Espresso Techs
04:00 Series Overview: Topics and Themes
04:47 Support the Podcast: How You Can Help
05:46 What Does an Espresso Tech Traditionally Do?
09:17 Pathways to Becoming an Espresso Tech
11:19 Challenges and Needs in the Espresso Tech Industry
15:45 Insights and the Importance of Espresso Technicians
16:26 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
16:49 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
Connect with the community of technicians at https://www.servicelayer.coffee/
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🤑 This episode is brought to you by Map It Forward's revised on-demand online workshop "It's Time to Become a Coffee Consultant" available now on our website with additional new bonus material including the coffee consultant career map. Get more details on how you can create an alternative revenue stream today at https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops
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💡Support this podcast, watch this episode without sponsor messages by becoming a paid member of this youtube channel or joining our community on our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/mapitforward
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🧐 Looking for a consultant for your coffee business? Contact us here: https://mapitforward.coffee/consulting
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📓 Want to become a coffee consultant? Start your learning journey here: https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops
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🎙 Check out the audio version of our podcast here:
Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3LgSXio
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/34ILPus
Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/34mzcVV
Stitcher: https://bit.ly/3J2sOSg
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📽 Watch the podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3ouyFYW
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Connect with us:
📧 email: support @ mapitforward.org
💻 Website https://mapitforward.coffee/contact
🤳 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/
📧 Join our mailing list: https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist
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Manage episode 428969104 series 2526691
This is the first 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 episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Spencer talk about how modern espresso technicians act more as connected, experienced consultants rather than just repairmen.
We dive into the formation of service communities like Service Layer, aimed at advocating for espresso technicians, and creating sustainable career pathways.
The episode also touches on the broader conversation about recognizing the contributions of espresso techs, professional certifications, and the unique insights they bring to the coffee industry.
Stay tuned for the rest of this engaging series where we explore the state and future of espresso techs!
00:00 Introduction to the New Breed of Tech
00:19 Sponsor Message: Become a Coffee Consultant
00:58 Welcome and Series Introduction
01:08 Meet Spencer Perez: First Espresso Tech on the Podcast
01:50 The Role and Community of Espresso Technicians
03:14 The Golden Espresso Machine and the Voice of Espresso Techs
04:00 Series Overview: Topics and Themes
04:47 Support the Podcast: How You Can Help
05:46 What Does an Espresso Tech Traditionally Do?
09:17 Pathways to Becoming an Espresso Tech
11:19 Challenges and Needs in the Espresso Tech Industry
15:45 Insights and the Importance of Espresso Technicians
16:26 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser
16:49 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
Connect with the community of technicians at https://www.servicelayer.coffee/
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
🤑 This episode is brought to you by Map It Forward's revised on-demand online workshop "It's Time to Become a Coffee Consultant" available now on our website with additional new bonus material including the coffee consultant career map. Get more details on how you can create an alternative revenue stream today at https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
💡Support this podcast, watch this episode without sponsor messages by becoming a paid member of this youtube channel or joining our community on our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/mapitforward
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
🧐 Looking for a consultant for your coffee business? Contact us here: https://mapitforward.coffee/consulting
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
📓 Want to become a coffee consultant? Start your learning journey here: https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
🎙 Check out the audio version of our podcast here:
Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3LgSXio
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/34ILPus
Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/34mzcVV
Stitcher: https://bit.ly/3J2sOSg
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
📽 Watch the podcast on Youtube: https://bit.ly/3ouyFYW
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Connect with us:
📧 email: support @ mapitforward.org
💻 Website https://mapitforward.coffee/contact
🤳 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee/
📧 Join our mailing list: https://mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist
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