"I had a wonderful time at World of Coffee, catching up with many friends and colleagues in the specialty coffee community. Our team brewed and served coffee alongside La Marzocco, Acaia, Hario, and Kinto , including some new and upcoming releases from our seasonal menu that are tasting absolutely delightful.

One highlight of my trip was actually the two days I spent afterward in Los Angeles, where I wanted to check out the local coffee scene plus pay a visit to a couple of our longtime customers to see how our coffee is tasting in their cafes. I got a lot of fresh ideas from specialty cafes across West Hollywood and Silver Lake, then ended my trip with a lovely, if brief, visit to  Vacancy Coffee in Newport Beach."

-Sam K. | Green Coffee Buyer

"It's been a few years of attending World of Coffee and each year is full of the amazing energy of the coffee community. It was great to meet some old friends whom I've known since I started working in coffee, and also to get the opportunity to make some new friends along the way.

One of the biggest highlights for me was having folks mention where they've found Partners Coffee in the wild, whether at their local grocery store or via one of our amazing Wholesale customers. It felt like a validation for all the hard work our team has put forward as we've expanded our footprint, and also really inspiring as we move forward through the rest of the year."

-Raina R. | Business Development Director

"World of Coffee San Diego was such a fun one this year. Huge thanks to La Marzocco, Hario, Kinto, and Acaia for letting us jump behind the bar and brew with their beautiful gear! It's always fun to see what new things are happening in the industry. The best part, as always was catching up with industry partners and friends, sharing coffees, stories, and a few laughs along the way. I also loved getting my hands on some new tools, and one thing that really caught my eye was the Acaia Horizon, definitely a fun, slightly nerdy piece of equipment for anyone who enjoys playing and pushing their coffee game just a little further."

-Cary W. | Director of Coffee

"Our team had a great time at Baldor BITE, it's such a fun way to connect with brands distributing through Baldor, the customers that they distribute to, and getting to see so many familiar (and new) faces.

We teamed up with the crew at Minor Figures, who kept us stocked with their oat milk while we pulled shots of our Flatiron all day. Safe to say it was a hit, we had a constant line from even before doors opened, and were told quite a few times how we were helping folks with their day by being the source of caffeine they needed."

-Raina R. | Business Development Director

"I look forward to this conference every year - it's a wonderful opportunity to meet with our current technology partners and plan for the year ahead. Our team also uses this event as a way to discover new platforms that continue to improve and streamline the Partners Coffee digital experience."

-Andrew C. | VP, Digital

"This was my first time attending ShopTalk, and what an experience it was! There was so much to take in, from incredible conversations to eye-opening insights on new technologies shaping what’s next. At times it felt like a lot, but with the support of our amazing team and the great connections we made along the way, I truly enjoyed every minute. A special highlight was the Amazing Women in Ecommerce event our team attended. It was such a fun and inspiring experience being in a room full of passionate, driven women who are thriving in their fields."

-Raina R. | Business Development Director

"As it was my first time attending Shoptalk, I was so excited to meet with other consumer brands and chat about what they are implementing to improve their e-commerce platforms. We are always looking to enhance the customer experience within our wholesale portal, so it was great to learn from others in the industry and connect with vendors we work with as well!"

-Miranda P. | CX & Wholesale

"Shoptalk introduced me to a lot of great people and innovative brands. The experience exceeded my expectations, was filled with plenty of networking, and was a great team building opportunity. Between the main conference, individual meetings, seminars, supporting events, and exploring companies, Shoptalk kept our entire team busy. I'm thankful to have had the opportunity to attend and can't wait to see what Shoptalk plans for next year."

-Rachel G. | eCommerce & Digital Marketing Manager

"Here at MoMA Design Store, we don’t just select products, we evaluate them. That means our selection process is a rigorous examination of each item’s design DNA and its ability to enrich and enliven with every use. It’s unlike any other we know of, and it brings you a uniquely diverse breadth that we hope will entice your curiosity and stir your sense of design."

"We're excited to continue building our presence across California with retailers like Lazy Acres, New Leaf, and Nugget Markets. Each one is known for a strong connection to their community and a commitment to carrying products that actually mean something to shoppers. Bringing Partners to these shelves means more people can experience what genuinely great specialty coffee tastes like at home. That's always been at the heart of what we do: making craft-roasted coffee approachable, wherever people shop."

-Raina R. | Business Development Director