Ovidio, a native of La Union Lempira, entered the coffee business through his father's ventures in trading and farming. At 19, he moved to Santa Barbara, met his wife, and briefly returned to Lempira before moving back due to limited job opportunities. In 1995, they discovered that an inherited property had been sold. Ovidio worked as a day laborer on coffee farms, earning his father-in-law's trust and, eventually, land. He began planting coffee, including Bourbon varieties, and expanded his farms over the years. Today, Ovidio and his family maintain high-quality coffee production from Las Flores village in Santa Barbara Mountain, a region known for its rich coffee cultivation history.

Jose transitioned from a clothing factory job to coffee farming, inspired by his grandfather. Eight years ago, he purchased land and started a coffee nursery, eventually dedicating himself fully to the farm. Initially struggling with conventional coffee, a friend introduced him to specialty coffee. With support from the San Vicente mill, he began producing micro-lots three years ago, significantly improving his situation.

This is our fourth year purchasing coffee from Jose, who grows Pacas, Catimor, and Geisha on his beautiful plot on Santa Barbara Mountain.

Tyler is our Vice President of Coffee Operations. This includes everything from managing the day to day at the roastery, website design, assisting with packaging and delivering, merchandise, photography, social media, graphic design, video creation, and more. In addition, Tyler’s roots run deep in the company. He’s been here since the beginning working as a barista, head barista, then onto managing our Stone Tower Brews Buckhannon location.

Amelia Sebok is the creative force behind the irresistible flavors at Stone Tower Coffee Roasters. As our dedicated Head Roaster, Amelia brings a unique blend of expertise and a dash of 'silly haha' to the art of coffee crafting. With a passion for playful experimentation, she infuses each batch with a touch of whimsy, creating coffee experiences that not only tantalize the taste buds but also bring a smile to your face. At Stone Tower, we believe that great coffee should be a delightful adventure, and with Amelia at the helm, every sip is a journey into the joy of the unexpected.

James's journey in the coffee industry is nothing short of remarkable. Starting as a Store Manager at Joe n' Throw, he faced the daunting challenge of turning around a struggling business. Through innovative strategies, passion, and determination, James transformed The Joe from a loss-making venture into a thriving establishment within two years.

His success didn't stop there. James's exceptional leadership caught the attention of the partners, leading to his promotion to Chief Operating Officer at Stone Tower Joe. Here, he spearheaded the expansion of not one, but two coffee shops and craft beer restaurants, driving significant growth and profitability.

However, the ambitions didn't end with managing multiple establishments. With a vision for innovation and a passion for quality, he assumed the role of President/CEO at Stone Tower Coffee Roasters. Under his guidance, the Stone Tower brand has flourished, evolving from a single shop to a pioneering chain of four diverse coffee shops and a fully functioning roastery.

James's journey exemplifies the transformative power of effective leadership and strategic vision. His ability to turn adversity into opportunity has not only reshaped businesses but also set new standards of excellence in the industry.