Zack Burnett is the Co-founder of Bold Bean Coffee Roasters, a wholesale coffee roaster focused on sustainable supply chains, purposeful roasting, and value-added service and support. With nearly two decades of experience in the coffee industry, his journey began unexpectedly when his father proposed starting a small coffee roastery, igniting his enduring passion for specialty coffee. Zack has mastered multiple facets of the business, from roasting and quality control to green coffee sourcing and café management. Under his stewardship, Bold Bean Coffee Roasters focuses on sustainability, relentless improvement, and deep connections with coffee suppliers and the community. His approach embodies the essence of driving a continuous quest for excellence.

Imagine a world where your morning coffee is more than just a quick caffeine fix. What if it could be an experience that connects you to the rich complexity of its flavors and the global community from which it originates? What if every sip could feel like a warm embrace, inviting you into a story that spans generations and continents?

Specialty coffee enthusiast Zack Burnett dives into his lifelong relationship with coffee, which began alongside his father with the inception of Bold Bean Coffee. He shares his journey from novice to master roaster, emphasizing how creating authentic experiences and fostering community are at the heart of his business. By focusing on the continual refinement of their product, Zack shares how they've established Bold Bean Coffee as a leader in the specialty coffee world, offering a broad palette of flavors and experiences that cater to both the connoisseur and casual drinker.

On this episode of the Firebelly Social Show, Duncan Alney talks with Zack Burnett, Co-founder of Bold Bean Coffee Roasters, about the meticulous craft of roasting and the culture of coffee. Zack shares his journey into the coffee world, growing a community-centric and quality-obsessed coffee brand, selecting coffee partners, the evolution of coffee trends, and the enduring importance of barista-customer relationships.