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The ultimate 360° origin knowledge showdown—markets, quality, sustainability and beyond

Step into the arena where origin expertise takes center stage.

The Coffee Champions League is a high-energy, team-based competition celebrating the unsung pros of the coffee trade—finance wizards, sensory masters, compliance gurus, and market strategists. From producer organizations to exporters, NGOs to certifiers, this is where your skills shine.

We spotlight the behind-the-scenes brilliance that powers global coffee— pricing strategies, hedging, sustainability metrics and the sharp thinking that makes the trade happen

When: 📅 Friday, November 14th, 🏆 Coffee Champions League: 2:30 pm

Where: 📍Main Room of Sintercafe

Coffee Champions League Returns: First Time in LATAM

Celebrate the Specialists Who Keep the Trade Moving

The Coffee Champions League is making its long-awaited comeback, and for the first time ever it’s happening in Latin America.

In partnership with Sintercafe and Next Gen, we’re bringing the energy of global competition to San José, Costa Rica.

Join us as we celebrate the expertise, passion, and skill of coffee trade professionals across LATAM — showcasing the talent that drives our industry forward.

Why It Matters

Celebrate the Specialists Who Keep the Trade Moving

CCL isn’t just a competition—it’s a stage for the professionals who rarely get the spotlight but keep the coffee world turning.

  • Your Expertise, Recognized: Whether you’re managing export finance, fine-tuning a flavor profile, or navigating certification rules, your skills deserve the same applause as the producers you support.
  • Grow Your Edge: Sharpen your knowledge across price risk, sustainability strategies, market access, and trade compliance—skills that give you a competitive edge in your career and organization.
  • Learn Through Play: Fast-paced quizzes, scenario challenges, and friendly rivalries turn learning into an energizing experience.

How It Works

From Teams to Triumph: Your Road Through CCL

Joining the Coffee Champions League is simple, engaging, and designed to put your origin expertise to the test:

  • Team Up for Impact: Form small teams from producer organizations, estates, exporters, NGOs, or certification bodies. Collaboration is key!
  • Challenge Your Knowledge: Tackle timed quizzes, scenario-based questions, and real-world trade puzzles across finance, quality, sustainability, and commerce.
  • Compete Fairly, Advance Strategically: Score points for accuracy and speed as your team moves from prelims to semi-finals to the grand finale.
  • Claim Recognition & Rewards: Top teams earn industry accolades, exclusive learning resources, and coveted coffee prizes to showcase their mastery.

Learn more about the competition on the official website or reserve your spot right away!