It's Founder Friday! I just learned of the news that the original sidewalk bar for Espresso Vivace is going to be closing permanently. This is very sad news given the rich history of that cafe and the impact it's had on so many. So today I thought it would be a great idea to re-air a conversation I had with David Schomer back in Feb of 2019!

Since its founding in 1988 Espresso Vivace has been home to David's groundbreaking and paradigm shifting experiments with espresso coffee and drink presentation. His work has been foundational and formative in the lives of countless professionals around the world. In this interview I get to talk with

We discuss:

The early years of Vivace
David's philosophy on service
What he wants customers to experience in his stores
His desire to remain small and impactful
What makes a great espresso
Hiring
The secret to longevity
how he has personally grown over these 3 decades of meticulous pursuit of his espresso ideal

There is a lot to take away and be inspired by here. Enjoy!

Links:

www.espressovivace.com

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