Team
„If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." What we can't do by ourselves, we can accomplish together. Here you can find out more about some people in our team and their personal attitudes.
Sarah
Sarah grew up between two cultures and has therefore always had a cosmopolitan personality. Accordingly, she discovered her passion for travelling to different countries and immersing herself in other ways of life and views at an early age, with the aim of gaining a better understanding of them. An apprenticeship in a lawyer's office then awakened her sense of justice. For which it is worth fighting. After several schools, she finally and successfully completed her law studies at the University of Lucerne. In the meantime, she successfully took over and ran her father's transport business.
As a result of that, Sarah takes care of all legal matters at Desta’s Coffee. She is manages the HR department passionately.
Habtamu
“The path to the goal begins with a well-planned first step.”
Habtamu is responsible for the logistics on our coffee farm. He ensures that the harvested coffee reaches the processing stations right on time. He also coordinates and monitors the entire transportation process. With his organisational skills and a flair for efficient supply chains, he owns an important role in our team.
Cristina
“It is the lives we encounter that make life worth living.” (Guy de Maupassant)
Cristina attends grammar school. Despite her young age, she supports us in various matters (on the side) with great commitment and creativity. With her open mindset and her willingness to always learn new things, she brings a breath of fresh air to our team. Cristina shows how important it is to take on responsibility at an early age and to stand up for others.
Elia
“The greatest adventures are the ones where we help others and grow together.”
Elia is young, dynamic and full of energy. He is currently studying at the college of education and is preparing to inspire future generations. With his open-minded and warm nature, he is passionate about various social causes. Elia is always committed to enrich the lives of others. His exceptional latte art skills are impressive; he conjures up swans, horses and rabbits in the milk foam with ease. This skill not only delights coffee lovers, but also shows his creative side and his eye for detail.
Azrat
“Good planning makes the difference between chaos and success.”
Azrat coordinates the daily workers and ensures that all work processes on our farm run smoothly. From assigning tasks to monitoring daily progress, he ensures that every stage of our coffee harvest runs efficiently. With a clear idea of how things should be done, he brings structure into our workflows.
Aynalem
"There is a story in every plant that we must nurture and care for.”
Aynalem takes care of the coffee trees on our farm. Since we do not use industrial fertilizers, she ensures that the trees receive their nutrients naturally. She knows the characteristics of each tree and knows how to keep the plants healthy by using all-natural techniques. Her deep connection to nature reflects in every step of her work.
Dominik
“Passion is what drives us to give our best time and time again.”
Dominik is an extremely dedicated and passionate person, especially when it comes to coffee. His love for coffee preparation is unsurpassed and he invests a lot of time and energy in discovering new preparation methods and flavours. In addition to his enthusiasm for coffee, Dominik is also a great sports enthusiast. He likes to spend his free time on his bike. But despite his many interests, the art of coffee preparation remains his number one passion. With his in-depth knowledge and dedication, he inspires not only coffee lovers, but also everyone who knows him.
Asheber
‘Quality begins with dedication and ends with pride.’
Asheber is responsible for quality management on our farm. He monitors every stage of our coffee production - from harvesting to processing. His expert eyes do not miss a detail. His sense of perfection and the passion he brings into his work reflect in the flavour of our coffee.
Giannis
“The true art of living is to see the marvellous in the ordinary.”
Giannis, a hard-working Greek, has been living in Switzerland for four years and has developed remarkably and integrated well in this short period of time. Despite his impressive adaptability skills, he has retained his southern zest for life and the warm feeling of his homeland, the Greek island of Kea. Giannis brings the spirit and serenity of his island to his everyday life, making him a valued and inspiring member of our community. His ability to combine the best of both cultures enriches not only his own life, but also the lives of those around him.
Kochech
“Perfection is in the little things we do every day.”
Kochech is responsible for the careful harvesting process on our farm. She oversees the selection of the best coffee cherries and ensures that only the ripest fruit makes it to the next stage of processing. With a lot of patience and a trained eye, she observes our coffee trees and ensures that the quality of our harvest is first class.
Shimelis
“Order is the key to a successful day.”
As a guard, Shimelis makes sure that everything on our farm is in its place. He monitors the work materials and keeps the equipment in good working order. His organisational skills and reliability go a long way to ensuring that our coffee farm is well organised.
Yaelle
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” (Eleanor Roosevelt)
Yaelle is a high school student and is also one of our "chicks", like Cristin. As a committed and responsible young woman, she supports us from time to time as a temporary helper. She is gaining her first experience in the working world and always shows a high degree of reliability and commitment. Yaelle brings a breath of fresh air and a positive attitude to our team, while at the same time gaining valuable insights into various areas of work responsibility.
Fekadu
‘When we support each other, not only does the harvest grow, but so does the community.’
Fekadu is the connecting link between our farm and the local community. He builds relationships with the coffee farmers, ensures the exchange of information and takes care of matters of all sorts, that affect life on and around the farm. His diplomatic manner and deep understanding for other people's needs go a long way towards strengthening our community.
Eshetu
“There is a solution to every problem - you just have to find it.”
Eshetu is responsible for maintaining the machines on our coffee farm. He can handle a variety of tools and is always on hand when needed. Thanks to his handyman-skills and thoughtful manner, he can solve any challenge, no matter how tricky.
Nadine
“Basically, it is always the connections with people that give life its value.” (Wilhelm von Humboldt)
Having grown up in St.Gallen and with roots in Argentina, Nadine was looking for an experience abroad to improve her language skills., after her commercial apprenticeship ended. She decided to go on a language study trip to Canada. After her return, she continued to feel the urge to change industries and graduated successfully from the hotel management school in Chur. It was there that she discovered her passion for the hotel and catering industry and for interacting directly with people. This passion led her to fly around the world as a flight attendant for 10 years altogether - travelling to many different countries. Her passion for coffee makes her a valuable asset to our team and an inspiring personality.
Harlene
“Smile is the universal language that reaches all hearts.”
Harlene is a remarkable Filipina and mother who has established herself amazingly well in the world of coffee preparation. Despite being a professional newbie in this field, she has developed impressive skills through her quick thinking, curiosity and relentless learning. Harlene carries responsibility with ease and her infectious smile always lights up everyone around her. Her positive attitude and passion for coffee make her a valuable asset to our team and an inspiring personality.
Mesfin
“Every day offers a new opportunity to learn something.”
Mesfin is new to the farm and is gaining his first experience in various areas. Whether it is harvesting, caring for the trees or helping with logistical tasks - Mesfin is always right there. With his eagerness and willingness to help in any situation, he is a valuable member of the community.
