As a fifth-generation specialty coffee producer from India, my journey in coffee has taken many forms, each one driven by a deep passion for the bean and a desire to contribute meaningfully to the industry.

From nurturing our family-owned estates to establishing a cutting-edge Coffee Processing Research Institute, I’ve been fortunate to work across every stage of the coffee value chain. Along the way, I’ve also launched coffee-led eco-tourism and hospitality ventures, played a founding role in First Coffee, a café concept rooted in quality and storytelling, and founded LunyBee - a platform that brings together all these efforts. Through LunyBee, we now offer end-to-end services for producers, cafés, and consumers alike, truly everything from bean to cup.

My work is shaped by a blend of global exposure and local heritage. I’m a certified Q Grader, Q Processing Professional, and CQI Lecturer, and lead a private research institute dedicated to advancing post-harvest processing practices. This work plays a vital role in helping regional producers elevate their quality and unlock greater value for their coffee.

Beyond coffee, our family has also had the privilege of being the sole distributor in Karnataka for Pernod Ricard and Grover, an experience that broadened my perspective on global beverage cultures.
I’m also honoured to serve as the first Indian judge for the World Coffee Championships (WCC) across Barista, Brewers Cup, Latte Art, and Coffee in Good Spirits. As a board member of the Specialty Coffee Association of India (SCAI), I help strengthen industry standards and competition frameworks within the country, and globally promote Indian Speciality coffee.

At the heart of it all, coffee remains my purpose and my passion - a crop that continues to inspire, challenge, and connect people around the world. I remain committed to pushing boundaries, while staying deeply rooted in the legacy that brought me here.