Trader

stanley@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 102

Stanley’s coffee background includes barista work, roasting, green buying, and exporting, which gives him a broad and empathetic understanding of the supply chain. He brings a calm, thoughtful presence to the trading team and values strong relationships and meaningful stories behind each coffee. Stanley enjoys learning, connecting, and sourcing coffees that speak to both quality and purpose.

If I were a coffee origin: Rwanda. Expressive, layered, and rooted in resilience.

Trader

banks@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 113

With more than three decades in the coffee industry, Banks brings deep experience across roasting, quality control, green buying, and retail. Before joining ICT Coffee, he spent much of his career as a roaster, which helped him develop a strong understanding of sourcing, processing, and flavor development. He also co owns Grand Strand Coffee in Myrtle Beach, giving him hands on insight into every step of the supply chain. Banks is driven by long term partnerships and genuinely enjoys helping roasters find coffees that match their goals.

If I were a coffee origin: Brazil. Consistent, grounded, versatile, and full of quiet depth

Trader

celi@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 115

A Q Grader with more than a decade in coffee, Celi combines strong industry knowledge with a grounded, welcoming presence. She brings hustle, curiosity, and genuine care to every conversation and has a background that  includes both trading and competitive basketball. When she is not working with roasters or cupping coffees, she co runs an indie bookstore and spends time exploring Baja sunsets and tacos.

If I were a coffee origin: Colombia. Vibrant, bold, and full of surprises.

Trader

keely@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 101

Keely grew up in coffee and started her own business as a teenager, which later became a family run roastery and cafe. Her experience behind the bar and in the roastery gives her a welcoming and people-focused approach to trading. At ICT, she works closely with customers, quality, and storytelling to help roasters connect with coffees that fit their goals. Outside of ICT, Keely judges for the United States Barista Championships and loves projects that bring people together through coffee.

If I were a coffee origin: Ethiopia Yirgacheffe. Classic, dependable, expressive, and always offering something new.

Directing Manager

rbs@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 114

A highly qualified, result focused, business and development professional, with thirty years of experience at all levels including; business development, trading, production, training, marketing, and management.  Excellent business skills, proven track record, especially with start up projects, and a good understanding of modern corporate social and environment responsibility.

If I were a coffee origin: Nicaragua: dependable, balanced, quietly complex, and always good company 

Director of Logistics

jaclyn@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 107

Jackie has led ICT’s logistics team since 2021 and brings clarity, structure, and a welcoming spirit to every part of the process. She is known for her sharp attention to detail and her practical leadership style, which keeps operations efficient and easy to navigate. Jackie is committed to making logistics feel approachable for both customers and coworkers. When she is not at work, she enjoys good meals, outdoor sunshine, and time with friends.

If I were a coffee origin: Kenya. Bright, energetic, and full of life.

Outbound Logistics

chris@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 103

Chris has spent his entire eleven year coffee career with ICT, and we are grateful to have him. Logistics was not a path he expected, but it became the perfect place for his steady personality and attention to detail. Chris is committed to making sure every order moves smoothly and on schedule. He approaches every shipment with care and a genuine desire to help.

If I were a coffee origin: A blend. A little nutty, sometimes winey, mildly bitter, but overall sweet.

Inbound Logistics

rafael@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 106

Rafael brings dedication, creativity, and good humor to every shipment he manages. He has spent the last four years navigating the challenges of international logistics and has become skilled at keeping coffees moving even when obstacles appear. His upbeat energy makes the tough days lighter, and he always aims to deliver the best possible experience for customers.

If I were a coffee origin: Mexico. Rooted, expressive, sweet with a little tang, and always approachable.

Quality Control Manager

aracelim@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 111

Araceli has nearly ten years of experience in the coffee industry and is a licensed Q Grader who leads ICT’s quality control work with warmth and precision. She began in trading support but discovered her love for cupping and sensory development, which is now her specialty. Her kind personality makes even a full cupping table feel welcoming. Outside the lab, Araceli enjoys baking desserts and spending time outdoors with her family and her dog Latte.

If I were a coffee origin: Guatemala. Reliable, sweet, well balanced, and quietly full of depth.

CFO, Financial Controller

valerie@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 105

Valerie is a CPA with over a decade of experience in accounting and consulting across a range of industries. She brings a structured mindset and a focus on building processes that are both efficient and easy to navigate while making data more accurate and more actionable. Valerie enjoys partnering across teams to solve problems, improve systems, and support the company’s continued growth. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors with family and friends and catching Padres games whenever she can.

If I were a coffee origin: Costa Rica. Balanced, dependable, lightly sweet, and always keeping things interesting.

Staff Accountant

ryan@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 104

Ryan brings more than five years of accounting experience to ICT and keeps things running smoothly with equal parts efficiency and good humor. He is a weekly surfer, an enthusiastic hiker, and a newlywed who enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife. Ryan is friendly, organized, and dedicated, and he appreciates customers who pay on time.

If I were a coffee origin: Canada. It grows the same amount of coffee I drink each year, which is zero.

Accountant

rob@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 109

Robert brings a unique mix of analytical experience and genuine enthusiasm for coffee, with five years of experience in accounting and lending and four years as a home brewing coffee enthusiast. His attention to detail carries into his hobbies, whether he is collecting denim and pens or perfecting his latest brew. Outside of work, he enjoys watching basketball and soccer and spending time outdoors on long walks with his dogs.

If I were a coffee origin: Yemen. Original, complex, fun, and full of character.

Quality Control & Logistics

alicez@ictcoffee.com • Ext. 109

Alice has spent nearly four years in specialty coffee after her first pour over completely changed the trajectory of her life. Since then, she has worked across café operations and roasting and has become a coƯee competitor. Creativity has always been a major part of her life, especially through music. Alice has played instruments since she was five, now plays five instruments, and eventually found her way into DJing. Outside of coffee, she enjoys techno, house music, and anything that gives her an outlet to create.

If I were a coffeeee origin: Ethiopia. Expressive, complex, vibrant, and sometimes a little
unexpected.