This is the 5th episode of a 5-part series with Mark Dundon, Australian coffee industry legend and co-founder of iconic businesses such as 7 Seeds Coffee and St Ali Coffee. The most recent addition to the 7 Seeds family of businesses is the recently launched bakery, Suburbia, located in Melbourne, Australia.

In this series, Mark and Map It Forward Founder, host Lee Safar, explore the difference between opening coffee businesses pre- and post-2020.

In the final episode of the podcast series, Lee and Mark explore the role of technology in the specialty coffee supply chain over the next 5 to 10 years, discussing advancements such as digital contracts using blockchain, automation in farming, and the impact of e-commerce and delivery apps.

Mark also shares his thoughts on the evolution of coffee machinery, the importance of human interaction in cafes, and his hopes for the future of his business.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how technology can transform the coffee industry and enhance the coffee experience from producer to consumer.

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This is the 4th episode of a 5-part series with Mark Dundon, Australian coffee industry legend and co-founder of iconic businesses such as 7 Seeds Coffee and St Ali Coffee. The most recent addition to the 7 Seeds family of businesses is the recently launched bakery, Suburbia, located in Melbourne, Australia.

In this series, Mark and Map It Forward Founder, host Lee Safar, explore the difference between opening coffee businesses pre- and post-2020.

In this episode of the podcast series, Lee and Mark explore how the definition of quality in coffee is evolving.

Mark dives into the importance of understanding coffee origins, farmer relationships, and adapting to changing consumer demographics, particularly Gen Z and Gen Alpha.

The discussion also touches on transparency in the industry, the concept of quality, and the impact of market changes on coffee production.

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This is the 3rd episode of a 5-part series with Mark Dundon, Australian coffee industry legend and co-founder of iconic businesses such as 7 Seeds Coffee and St Ali Coffee. The most recent addition to the 7 Seeds family of businesses is the recently launched bakery, Suburbia, located in Melbourne, Australia.

In this series, Mark and Map It Forward Founder, host Lee Safar, explore the difference between opening coffee businesses pre- and post-2020.

In this episode of the podcast series, Lee and Mark discuss the current challenges facing the coffee industry, particularly the impact of the coffee crisis on roasters and the overall market.

They delve into the importance of industry collaboration, maintaining quality despite rising costs, and the concept of the 'race to the bottom' in coffee.

The episode provides valuable insights into how coffee businesses can navigate volatile times and the importance of building strong relationships.

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This is the 2nd episode of a 5-part series with Mark Dundon, Australian coffee industry legend and co-founder of iconic businesses such as 7 Seeds Coffee and St Ali Coffee. The most recent addition to the 7 Seeds family of businesses is the recently launched bakery, Suburbia, located in Melbourne, Australia.

In this series, Mark and Map It Forward Founder, host Lee Safar, explore the difference between opening coffee businesses pre- and post-2020.

In this episode of the podcast series, Lee and Mark delve into the challenges and adaptations of opening a cafe in the post-2020 era.

They discuss business strategies, the impact of COVID-19 on the coffee industry, and insights into managing costs, machinery, and staffing in a transformed market.

They also reflect on the evolution of consumer behavior and the importance of maintaining quality amidst rising expenses.

Don't miss the nuances of running a modern cafe and future-proofing your business in these volatile times.

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This is the first episode of a 5-part series with Mark Dundon, Australian coffee industry legend and co-founder of iconic businesses such as 7 Seeds Coffee and St Ali Coffee. The most recent addition to the 7 Seeds family of businesses is the recently launched bakery, Suburbia, located in Melbourne, Australia.

In this series, Mark and Map It Forward Founder, host Lee Safar, explore the difference between opening coffee businesses pre- and post-2020.

In this episode of the podcast, host Lee and Mark discuss 7 Seeds evolution from 'specialty coffee' to 'curated coffee,' reflecting on how the term 'specialty' has lost its meaning and why it no longer fits today's coffee landscape.

Mark shares his journey from the early 2000s starting with a small Melbourne cafe to founding iconic spots like St. Ali and 7 Seeds.

They delve into the challenges of opening a new cafe post-COVID and why transparency and a holistic approach to coffee and the consumer experience are more crucial than ever.

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