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Excited to be Here!
Written by Lee Sill on Apr 8th, 2010
The good folks at Prima Coffee asked me to introduce myself on the blog, and I said I would be happy to do so! This is my first week as the newest member of the Prima Coffee team, and I am thankful for being given this opportunity to be a part of the vision Prima has for coffee in Louisville and beyond.
Before Prima, I had the invaluable experience of working as a barista at one of the local shops in town. That experience provided me with a growing knowledge of coffee and coffee quality, and grew within me a desire to learn more and more about coffee as a culinary art and endeavor. I will always have fond memories of the relationships built with my fellow baristas who shared with me their knowledge, and to the "regulars" who became my friends.
I have been living in Louisville for nearly five years and have fallen in love with the city. I met my wife here, have made life long friends here, and have learned most of what I know about coffee and its culture through the many amazing baristas, home roasters, and aficionados around town. Thank you all!
This is only my fourth day in the office, and I am already greatly encouraged by the experience thus far. I look forward to sharing ideas and learning from everyone here, as well as with those who follow the Prima blog, contribute to the forum, and with everyone at future events around town!
Lee Sill
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