1000 Faces Coffee

Established in 2006 in Athens, Georgia, 1000 Faces Coffee was founded by a group of ecologists with the goal of increasing transparency throughout the coffee supply chain. The company name is inspired by Joseph Campbell’s The Hero with a Thousand Faces, reflecting their vision of using coffee as a catalyst to support the heroic journeys of coffee producers. The roaster operates on the core belief that coffee should not be treated as a faceless commodity. By challenging the exploitative practices historically prevalent in the industry, 1000 Faces Coffee seeks to bridge the gap between producers in the Global South and consumers in the Global North. They prioritize building resilient, equitable relationships with growers and aim to serve as a reliable partner, educator, and employer. Through their operations, the company remains committed to centering the stories of the individuals throughout their value stream, ensuring that the complex work of coffee cultivation is celebrated and respected at every stage of the process.