CQI Lecturers

Q Instructors

David Sangyeop Kim - South Korea

Instructor
Database profile

How long have you been in coffee?

I have been working in the coffee industry since 2010, with a strong focus on coffee education for many years.

Which countries have you taught in?

South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, and Cambodia.

What’s your favorite coffee origin?

My favorite coffee origins are Ethiopia and Colombia.

What do you think are the benefits of taking the Q?

The Q Program is one of the most valuable educational programs in the coffee industry. Through it, you gain specialized knowledge and skills in evaluating coffee quality, and it helps you develop a common language to communicate about coffee.

What language/s do you speak?

Korean and English

What other activities do you do in the coffee industry?

  • AST, Specialty Coffee Association, since 2011
  • Owner, Specialty Coffee Education, since 2015
  • Chairperson, Korea Coffee Organization, since 2023