Getting to Know Us: Part III

This is our third and final instalment of the 'Get to Know Us' Blog.

Part III—The Office

Jen- Office Manager

Jen is our office manager and monarch of finances. She is the holder of all accounting knowledge. When Jen isn’t keeping us all in line she is spending time with her fiancé, Kelvin, or working at her own accounting business.

Maggie

I am the official voice of Higher Grounds. Whenever you call HG I will be the one to answer the phone. You know the person that magically changes your verbal coffee order into writing?... That’s me! When I’m not working on orders you will most likely find me tagging along with Emma (coffee bar manager) and Ruthie (bike delivery babe) on various adventures.

Phil- Sales Person

Phil is our trusty salesman. He is constantly on the lookout for new places to sell our coffee. This means that he makes it easier for you to find a place that sells your favorite coffee. Phil is always making trips to Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids to make sure all of our customers are happy and well provided for. When Phil isn’t selling our coffee he is sailing around Lake Michigan or hosting delicious BBQs.

Chris- Owner

Chris is the person responsible for creating Higher Grounds and the relationships with our farmers that makes us unique. Several years ago, Chris was one of the individuals who started an organization called Chiapas Water Project. Last year this non-profit organization expanded it's purpose to support sustainable community development in farming regions across the world and became known as On the Ground. When Chris isn't working (which is a rarity) he enjoys running and spending time with his friends and family.

You have now been formally introduced to everyone who has a hand in getting your coffee from the roaster to your mug. You may stop in anytime to meet one or all of the Higher Grounds family.