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Emma Chamberlain and Gustav Hossy appointed co-CEOs of Chamberlain Coffee
Emma Chamberlain, alongside Gustav Hossy, has been named co-CEO of Chamberlain Coffee, five years after founding the company.
Starbucks opens first store in Ecuador
Starbucks has opened its first store in Ecuador, as part of its continued expansion across Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).
Espresso House appoints former McDonald’s executive Thomas Kelly as group CEO
Nordic coffeehouse chain Espresso House has appointed Thomas Kelly as its new group chief executive officer, effective from September.
Keurig unveils new K-Brew+Chill brewer with Quick Chill Technology
Keurig has launched the K-Brew+Chill, a new coffee maker that uses the company's patented Quick Chill Technology.
Opinion: How coffee labels influence consumer choices and perceptions
Amber McConnell, owner of Sticker Mountain, explores the subtle psychology of label design and its potent influence on consumer choices.
World Coffee Innovation Awards 2024: Meet the judges - Nicole Battefeld-Montgomery
World Coffee Innovation Awards 2024: Meet the judges - Nicole Battefeld-Montgomery
Smeg launches bean-to-cup espresso machine
Smeg has launched its new BCC13 bean-to-cup espresso machine with automatic frothing.
Roasting Plant Coffee secures £7.9m funding for growth and innovation
UK coffee retailer Roasting Plant Coffee has completed a £7.9 million ($10 million) oversubscribed funding round.
Chipotle chief Brian Niccol named Starbucks chairman and CEO
Starbucks has announced the appointment of Brian Niccol as its new chairman and CEO, effective 9 September 2024.
JDE Peet’s interim CEO resigns, search for new leader continues
JDE Peet’s announced that Luc Vandevelde stepped down as interim CEO and chairman of the board yesterday due to "unforeseen matters".
Krispy Kreme opens first Moroccan store
Krispy Kreme has announced the opening of its first Moroccan location, in partnership with franchisee Americana.