Alejandro Macias, Colombia

Lusitania Coffee Company Sas

Tell us about yourself:

I work at Lusitania Coffee Company. I’ve competed for 5 years, and competing is the reason why I want to win the world cup. I am the third generation of coffee growers on our farm, and I came into the coffee industry interested in following the family lineage.

What are you excited to do while you visit Chicago?

I am excited about doing business and promoting coffee culture.

What are your interests outside of coffee?

I enjoy doing business around coffee and my brand (Lusitania Coffee). I also enjoy my family and animals (especially horses).

Is there anyone you would like to thank or recognize or who helped you to prepare for the WCTC?

I want to thank Juan Sebastián Gómez (Specialty Coffee) who is in charge of helping me in my preparation.