Simon Wakefield on International Coffee Sourcing and Traceability | BCR Podcast Ep. 3

Simon Wakefield is Chairman and son of the founder of DR Wakefield, a family-owned coffee importing and exporting business with over 50 years of history. DR Wakefield works closely with producers, farmers, cooperatives, roasters, and buyers across the globe. During our conversation, Simon shares his journey growing up in a family business, offering fascinating insights into the coffee supply chain, sustainability initiatives, and the long-standing relationships they've built with suppliers and customers. We also explore the similarities between DRWakefield and Bridge, with Simon and Max both having grown up in family-run businesses. Tune in to hear about the evolution of the coffee industry, how the focus on traceability and quality has shaped both companies, and what it takes to build a sustainable coffee business. This episode was hosted by Jack and Max of Bridge Coffee Roasters, a wholesale coffee company that helps business serve great coffee at scale. Find out more by heading to bridgecoffeeroasters.co.uk We're Bridge Coffee Roasters - Your business partner for premium coffee experiences. Work with us: https://bridgecoffeeroasters.co.uk/ Follow us on Instagram:   / bridge_coffee_roasters   Linkedin:   / bridgecoffeeroasters   Visit our Showrooms: https://bridgecoffeeroasters.co.uk/vi...