Roast Summit Returns to Portland in 2026
Daily Coffee News Staff| August 18, 2026 From Roast Summit Portland 2025. Roastmagazine, the leading technical trade publication for the specialty coffee industry, is proud to announce the return ofRoast Summitto its hometown of Portland, Oregon, on October 1-2, 2026 — sponsored byDiedrich Roasters. Roast Summit Portland 2026 will once again bring together coffee professionals for an immersive experience focused on the art and science of coffee roasting. Held atThe Redd on Salmon Street, this two-day event will feature expert-led educational sessions, hands-on roasting workshops, networking opportunities, and opportunities to connect with leading roasting equipment manufacturers. Designed for coffee professionals across roasting, sourcing, production, quality, and business operations, Roast Summit offers practical insights and fresh perspectives for coffee professionals at every level. Registration is $250 USD. From Roast Summit Portland 2025. “Roast Summit is about bringing the coffee roasting community together for meaningful education, conversation, and connection,” saysRoastmagazine founder and publisher Connie Blumhardt. “Portland is home toRoast, and we’re excited to welcome roasters and coffee professionals from across the industry back to our city for two days of learning, hands-on experience, and community.” Confirmed speakers for the 2026 event include: Karl Schmidt, Chief Executive Officer,Diedrich Roasters Nicki Amouri, Roastmaster and Head of Coffee Operations,Caffe Amouri Scott Merle, Senior Vice President,La Minita Coffee Luiz Severo, Chemical Engineer & Professor,State University of Feira de Santana(UEFS) in Bahia, Brazil Barbara Jordan, Coffee Trader,JNP Coffee Sessions will explore topics including the variables that influence coffee roasting and production, maximizing roast output while maintaining quality, the relationship between processing methods and cup profile, thermal control and chemical safety, and the history and distinctive coffees of Burundi and Rwanda. A panel moderated by Steven Lee ofPocket Knife Consultingwill examine what makes sourcing partnerships successful over time, with perspectives from Chelsea Walker-Watson ofAtlas Coffee Importers, Serena Beze
Daily Coffee News Staff| August 18, 2026 From Roast Summit Portland 2025.
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