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Curate your perfect visit to COHO Expo and make the most of your time in Berlin.

DAY 1

13 November 2024

10:00 - 19:00

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Meet 75 industry leading suppliers spanning from coffee & beverage innovations, equipment and technology, food-on-the-move, sustainability and packaging, Roasting equipment & green coffee, payment & financial services.

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Visit the Roaster Villages to meet Europe's top specialty roasters, discover coffee at origin at the Cupping Exchange, and engage in market-insight-led masterclasses and industry-focused roundtable sessions. And don’t miss the European Barista Cup to witness Europe’s best baristas in action.

Taking place alongside COHO Expo and accessible to all COHO visitors with a Day 1 ticket, The Allegra European Coffee Symposium is the premier think tank for top industry executives from the European branded café chain and hospitality sector. This year’s talk programme, centered around the theme "Coffee & Hospitality 2.0 - Building Better," will feature the latest market insights from the World Coffee Portal team, along with inspirational talks and live podcast interviews. Topics will include scaling fast, the future of data and technology, and strategies for raising funds.

Accademia del Caffè Espresso, La Marzocco's cultural hub, presents the European Film Premiere of "The Rise of Espresso". "The Rise of Espresso” is a feature film dedicated to Italian emigrants who, throughout the years, have promoted espresso coffee culture all over the world. The stories in the documentary showcase the transformation of espresso from an Italian tradition to a global cultural phenomenon, and reveal dreams, challenges and anecdotes from the many emigrants who have dedicated their lives to the beverage - a symbol of Made in Italy.

COHO Experiences:

Curated Experiences for Coffee & Hospitality Pros

13 November 2024 / 10:15 - 18:00 / The Pavillion and Wintergarden, InterContinental Berlin

Cupping Session & Talk with SUCAFINA: "Exploring the full process with Sucafina"

Cupping Exchange

10:15 - 11:30

The European Barista Cup:
"Quarter Finals - Filter Coffee Title"

EBC Stage

10:30 - 13:15

Cupping Session & Talk with BELCO
"Fresh Coffee Clean Ocean - Join the adventure of low carbon transported coffee by sail"

Cupping Exchange

11:45 - 13:00

Cupping Session & Talk with TRABOCCA:
"Ethiopia, Kenya & Rwanda 2023/24 harvest"

Cupping Exchange

13:15 - 14:30

The European Barista Cup:
"Semi Finals - Filter Coffee Title"

EBC Stage

14:00 - 15:00

Cupping Session & Talk with JNP COFFEE:
"The Flabours of Burundi"

Cupping Exchnage

14:45 - 16:00

The European Barista Cup:
"Final - Filter Coffee Title"

EBC Stage

15:45 - 16:00

European Film Premiere - "The Rise of Espresso"
Aperitivo followed by screening

Grand Ballroom

16:30 - 19:00

ECS TALKS:

Coffee & Hospitality 2.0: Building Better

13 November 2024 / 10:15 - 16:30 / The Grand Ballroom, InterContinental Berlin

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JEFFREY YOUNG

JEFFREY YOUNG, Founder & CEO
Allegra Group & World Coffee Portal

10:15 - 10:45 "Futureproof Your Business: Uncover the Latest Market Intelligence from Project Café Europe 2024"

worldcoffeeportal.com



NIKOLAS NIEBUHR, Country Manager
Espresso House Germany

10:45 - 11:05 "The Espresso House Story from 1996 and Beyond".

espressohouse.com



PETRA DAHLMAN

PETRA DAHLMAN, Chief Franchise & Business Development Officer
Espresso House

10:45 - 11:05 "The Espresso House Story from 1996 and Beyond: Strategies for Rapid Growth"

espressohouse.com



KAROLIN SAAK

KAROLIN SAAK, Brand & Experience Lead
Zeit für Brot

11:05 - 11:25 "Crafting the Future: Developing a Fresh Artisan Bakery and Café Chain in Germany's Traditional Bakery Market"

zeitfuerbrot.com



JESSICA WORDEN

JESSICA WORDEN, Head of Coffee
GAIL's Bakery

11:25 - 11:45 "Leadership and Culture at GAIL's Bakery – Creating a Flourishing Team and a People-Centred Business"

gails.com



BENJAMIN THURNER

BENJAMIN THURNER, Vice-President
WMF

12:00 - 12:45 5THWAVE PODCAST "The Future of Data & Technology in Coffee & Hospitality"

wmf.com



GUIDO BERNARDINELLI

GUIDO BERNARDINELLI, CEO
La Marzocco

12:00 - 12:45 5THWAVE PODCAST "The Future of Data & Technology in Coffee & Hospitality"

lamarzocco.com



CHRISTIAN HAUETER

CHRISTIAN HAUETER, Commercial Director
Eversys

12:00 - 12:45 5THWAVE PODCAST "The Future of Data & Technology in Coffee & Hospitality"

eversys.com 



ANDREA CLERICI

ANDREA CLERICI
Group Business Director
Cimbali Group

12:00 - 12:45 5THWAVE PODCAST "The Future of Data & Technology in Coffee & Hospitality"

cimbaligroup.com

KONSTANTINOS KONSTANTINOPOULOS, CEO Coffee Island

KONSTANTINOS KONSTANTINOPOULOS, CEO Coffee Island

13:45 - 14:16 5THWAVE PODCAST "Transforming Coffee Waste into High-Value Products: A Circular Approach"

coffeeisland.com


 

David Abrahamovitch

David Abrahamovitch, Founder & CEO
Grind

14:15 - 14:45 5THWAVE PODCAST "Raising Funds and Growing Grind: Expanding a Global Specialty Coffee Business"

grind.co.uk 



CHRIS SALIERNO

CHRIS SALIERNO, Chief Marketing Officer
La Marzocco

14:50 - 15:20 5THWAVE PODCAST "Growing a Global Community-Led Brand Through Culture, Authenticity and Strong Customer Ties"

lamarzocco.com



DAVID BAUMGARTNER, Founder & CEO <BR> Dean & David

DAVID BAUMGARTNER, Founder & CEO
Dean & David

16:00 - 16:30 5THWAVE PODCAST "Building a Healthier Future: Scaling a Vegetarian Salad Chain in Germany’s Bread-Dominated Market"

deananddavid.com 



DAY 2

14 November 2024

10:00 - 18:00

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Meet 75 industry leading suppliers spanning from coffee & beverage innovations, equipment and technology, food-on-the-move, sustainability and packaging, Roasting equipment & green coffee, payment & financial services.

Explore exhibitors →

Visit the Roaster Villages to meet Europe's top specialty roasters, discover coffee at origin at the Cupping Exchange, and engage in market-insight-led masterclasses and industry-focused roundtable sessions. And don’t miss the European Barista Cup to witness Europe’s best baristas in action.

Experience the ultimate in professional development at COHO. Our Roundtable Sessions, led by renowned industry moderators and guest speakers, and Masterclasses by World Coffee Portal offer exclusive, high-impact discussions on key industry topics. Gain actionable insights, network with top professionals, and enhance your business strategy with the latest trends and expert knowledge.

COHO Experiences:

Curated Experiences for Coffee & Hospitality Pros

14 November 2024 / 10:00 - 18:00 / The Pavillion and Wintergarden, InterContinental Berlin

The European Barista Cup:
"Espresso Title Rounds"

EBC Stage

10:00 - 13:00

Cupping Session & Talk with CAFE IMPORTS: "Cafe Imports Europe Seasonal Highlights"

Cupping Exchange

10:15 - 11:30

Cupping Session & Talk with PRIMAVERA:
"A Taste of Guatemala"

Cupping Exchange

11:45 - 13:00

Cupping Session & Talk with INTERAMERICAN COFFEE:
"NKG Verified Coffees (EUDR Aligned Coffees)"

Cupping Exchange

13:15 - 14:30

The European Barista Cup:
"Semi Finals - Barista Title"

EBC Stage

14:00 - 16:30

Cupping Session & Talk with ELDORADO: "Experience a New Era of Exotic Flavours with Eldorado Specialty Coffees"

Cupping Exchnage

14:45 - 16:00

The European Barista Cup:
"Final - Barista Title"

EBC Stage

17:00 - 18:00

COHO Masterclasses:

Market Intelligence: Deep Dive Sessions with World Coffee Portal

14 November 2024 / 10:30 - 16:15 / Wintergarden Lounge, InterContinental Berlin

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MARKET INTELLIGENCE: Germany's dynamic branded coffee shop market

10:30 - 11:45 Unlock the vast potential of the German branded coffee shop market with Project Café Germany 2024. Join World Coffee Portal for an insight-led masterclass, meticulously crafted to empower your coffee business with vital market insights. 

worldcoffeeportal.com



10 Global Megatrends Shaping the Future of The Coffee Business

12:00 - 12:30: During this session, Kamal Bengougam will unpack 10 global megatrends that are poised to impact the dynamics of coffee, equipment, and hospitality industries worldwide. Kamal is the marketing mastermind behind Eversys success before its aquisition to Delonghi.

coffeepilgrims.org



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MARKET INTELLIGENCE: France’s fast-growing branded coffee shop market

13:00 - 14:15 Join an insights-led exploration of the French branded coffee shop market with exclusive data from Project Café France 2024. World Coffee Portal invites you to an in-depth masterclass session covering market sizing and future growth analysis.

worldcoffeeportal.com



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MARKET INTELLIGENCE: Stay ahead in the UK's flagship coffee market

14:30 - 15:15 Since 1999, The Allegra Project Café Report has been the gold standard for UK branded coffee shop market analysis. Join World Coffee Portal for an in-depth session on the latest Project Café UK 2024 and unlock invaluable insights to fast-track your success in The UK.

worldcoffeeportal.com



Explore the Scandinavian Coffee Market with Löfbergs

15:45 - 16:30 Join the editor-in-chief of 5THWAVE magazine and Löfbergs for an exclusive masterclass. During this live podcast you'll gain access to customer insights to empower your business to navigate and succeed in this distinct European market. 

worldcoffeeportal.com



How to Secure Startup Financing for Business Growth

16:45 - 17:30 Dr. Hans-Christian Stockfisch, CEO & Founders founded the fintech Flexvelop in 2018 to finance hospitality business equipment for start-ups via a new form of leasing called „flexing". Join this Masterclass to find out how to scale flexibly and with the best equipment. 

flexvelop.de



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