Tess, our Barista Champion Extraordinaire
Meet Tess: part of our Fairchain Kenya coffee source and quality team
and barista champion!
"I embarked on an extensive research journey to understand why coffee is so beloved by millions worldwide. This exploration soon turned into a deep passion that has consumed me to this day."
- Esther "Tess" Atieno, Business Developer & HEad barista
Soon, Tess’ knowledge of coffee helped her grow into a certified barista and brewer through the Specialty Coffee Association. Filled with enthusiasm and passion, she decided to sign in for the 2022 Kenya National Barista Championship. Tess expresses her gratitude for her previous employer, coach, and all the other people who supported and believed in her. The end result revealed she is undoubtedly a true coffee expert: she won the championship!

"I love to provide valuable insights to enhance the quality of the coffee to meet the customers' expectations and I really enjoy offering guidance and advice to farmers on how to improve their coffee production processes to meet the ever-evolving demands of the coffee industry."
- Esther "Tess" Atieno, Business Developer & HEad barista

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