Mark your calendar! Our Annual Luncheon will be held next April in Houston, Texas. Be part of this special gathering and explore our sponsorship opportunities below.
Our Annual Luncheon unites industry leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts to celebrate CQI’s achievements, share future plans, and support its mission through ticket sales and sponsorships.
Held annually on Saturday during the SCA Coffee Expo, this authentic CQI community event offers unique activities, opportunities to network, and insights into improving coffee quality and the lives of those who produce it.
2024 marked a significant milestone for CQI! At this year’s Annual Luncheon, attendees gathered to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Q Certification Course. The event featured special moments, such as a conversation between Ted Lingle, CQI’s founding Executive Director and the mastermind of the Q Course, and CQI's CEO Michael Sheridan. Additionally, Ted Lingle received the Founder’s Award, Johan Kwe was honored as the CQI’s Educator of the Year 2024, and CQI’s Board Members were recognized for their years of service.
Proceeds from Luncheon Sponsorships and ticket sales contribute to the CQI Global Fund, supporting our ongoing initiatives and expanding access to coffee education.
The success of the event was made possible through the generous support of our sponsors: Nespresso Business to Business, Keurig Dr. Pepper, Eximware, Yara, Dormans Coffee, Dunkin’, Masteroast/Mastercol, Global Grounds, Nestlé Coffee Partners, The Coffee Source, Pinhalense, Atlantic Specialty, Coffee Resources, Gaviña Coffee, Starbucks, Taiwan Coffee Lab, ACDI/VOCA, StoneX, Korean Cuppers Guild, Michael J. Pomerleau, and Margaret Swallow.
