Ecuador in September: Part 3 - A Tour of Ecuador
Now, wherever we are, it’s windy, arid, completely barren, and instead of being surrounded by navigable, tree-covered mountains, it’s as... Read more
The Z Beans Stories
Ecuador in September: Part 2 - Simple Joys in Life
Picture it: the five of us, in an Ecuadorian restaurant, listening to none other than Alan Jackson. Legendary. This day... Read more
Ecuador in September: Part 1 - Trust in People
Shane will still not be there, and this is starting to feel like a test by fire. Hopefully, we pass. Read more
When Opportunity Knocks - Max's Story
This is what made Z Beans so attractive to me. Not only are we working for a bigger purpose outside... Read more
Choices - Mary Kathryn's Story
Z Beans quickly became more than just an opportunity to gain experience. It provided me with a support system I... Read more
A Commitment to Transparent Trade
We want you, the customer, to know everything there is to know about Z Beans.We want transparency.We are committed to... Read more
Arturo's Role
Now, four years later, we have come a long ways. From 65lbs of coffee to 27,000lbs of coffee - to... Read more
Calm is Contagious
We've overcome some major obstacles with Z Beans over the past four years, but none have impacted me more than... Read more
Full Circle: The Mercer On Mission Experience
Now, with a team of 15 students and three professors, we are planning to embark this summer on the first... Read more
Intermediarios
When Arturo sent me this picture, I realized that the change in mindset that Arturo and I have thought so... Read more
A Learning Experience
In every experience, there is a lesson to be learned. But, from this one, I've witnessed just how much I... Read more
