Plan Your Expo Activities with the CTG

The Specialty Coffee Expo is only two weeks away, and we're looking forward to seeing everyone who is planning to attend. We’re hosting some exciting Guild events that are open for everyone; take a look at our schedule and plan your days accordingly!


Ask the Pros Live from the SCA Lounge


Join us live from the SCA Lounge for a new episode of Ask The Pros. Are you interested in looking behind the scenes of Ask the Pros? Are you looking forward to getting to know some of the team? Come down and join us for the recording, and ask your questions to the panel!

Saturday, April 9 at 4pm EDT


Meet the Ask the Pros Crew

You will have the opportunity to meet most of the crew that puts together Ask the Pros. Meet the people you’ve had a chance to listen to for the last few years in real life (again!) Do you have some ideas for the show you’d like to share? This is also a great opportunity to give feedback and ideas to the crew working on Ask the Pros.

Friday, April 8 at 5:30pm EDT


CTG Community Mixer

Are you a Tech or looking to become a Tech? Would you like to meet other Techs? This is your opportunity meet members of the CTG Leadership Council and fellow Techs who are attending (and working at) EXPO. For this relaxed and very informal event snacks and drinks will be provided.

Saturday, April 9 at 5:30pm EDT


CTG Meets the Best New Product Winners

The Best New Product Competition at Expo recognizes new products judged on their quality and value to the specialty coffee industry across ten different categories. Join us on Sunday where we’ll be exploring the Best New Product display and having some conversations with the winners!

Sunday, April 10 at 11am EDT


Take a Workshop at Expo


Whether you're new to the trade or a seasoned coffee technician, taking part in a workshop at Expo is an exciting opportunity to practice with the pros. Choose from over 25 different hands-on workshops for coffee technicians and coffee professionals at every level. This year's workshop topics include organic chemistry, coffee and water quality, customer service training, cupping, emerging technologies, and so much more.