In an era where the global coffee industry faces unprecedented challenges—ranging from climate volatility to supply chain transparency—the partnership between major retailers and their suppliers has never been more critical. Recently, East Lansing-based BIGGBY® COFFEE, a rapidly expanding franchise with over 460 locations, took a moment to celebrate a significant milestone for its longtime supplier, […]

Introduction For decades, the standard model of international travel has been fundamentally extractive. Tourists arrive at a destination, capture the same landmarks featured in popular guidebooks, dine at high-traffic restaurants, and depart with a gallery of photos but little to no connection to the local community. This "passive" travel, while economically significant for the hospitality […]