India
Geetu Mohnani
Third Wave Coffee Roasters
Please tell us a little bit about yourself:
I have been part of coffee journey for 4 years. Born and brought up in India, I’m a very jovial person who likes to read books, sing and eat a lot of local food. Coffee has been my passion and I love visiting different farms and meet people who have contributed to this beauty. I have been a part of Top 3 International Barista Champions for Starbucks CAP Region in 2017.
What are you excited to do while you are in Amsterdam?:
Eat local food, meet people and learn more through the event.
Please list the coffee competitions you have participated in, what year they took place, and your results:
Starbucks National Barista Championship INDIA – 2016 (National Winner)
Starbucks Barista Championship CAP – 2017 (Second Runner Up)
Is there anyone you would like to thank or recognize, or who helped you to prepare for the WBC?:
Thank you to everyone who has been involved since day one of my coffee journey.
How do you see the coffee industry changing in the future?:
It has grown so far and is going to an industry that evolves a lot in terms of Labour Employment.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?:
A coffee brand ambassador for my nation and the world.
What are your interests outside of coffee?:
Singing local songs, playing badminton, trying new delicacies.
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