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Jake Leonti

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Director of Coffee at Gregorys Coffee
📍 New York, New York, United States

Jake Leonti is a food and beverage business expert with over two decades of international experience in market development, operations, and product launches. As Director of Coffee at Gregorys Coffee, he leads sourcing, roasting, and education. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Emerson College and hosts the Food + Beverage Therapy podcast.

Passionate about creating positive work environments and sustainable business models, Jake has a keen interest in storytelling within the industry, previously serving as Editor in Chief of CoffeeTalk Magazine. He is a writer, content creator, and sought-after expert on food and beverage trends, leadership, and innovation.

Unique fact: He was featured as a coffee history and business expert on The History Channels "The Food That Built America. "

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Director of Coffee
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
New York, New York, United States
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Priorities

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Direct Trade Sourcing
He has extensive experience in green coffee sourcing, farmer relationships, and transforming direct trade programs to maximize quality and cost-effectiveness in a volatile market.
Beverage Innovation
Developed an RTD cold brew line for Caffè Nero and continues to create seasonal drink menus and single-origin programs for Gregorys Coffee, focusing on emerging trends.
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Career

Work history

2-2024
Director of Coffee
Gregorys Coffee
11-2011
Cafe Guru
F+B Therapy
1-2021 - 12-2023
Editor In Chief
CoffeeTalk Magazine
4-2014 - 2-2020
Country Hero
Caffè Nero US
1-2013 - 6-2019
Director of Coffee
Coffee of Grace
In the press

Media appearances

Gregorys Coffee appoints sourcing expert Jake Leonti as Director of Coffee. Featured in World Coffee Portal
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Education
1999 - 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Emerson College
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