On the podcast this week we’re exploring the impact of soaring inflation on the global economy and the rising pressures on hospitality operators. We speak with Will Hawkley, Global Head of Leisure &amp; Hospitality, <a href="https://home.kpmg/xx/en/home.html">KPMG</a>, Chris Ammermann, Director of Operations, <a href="https://www.caravanrestaurants.co.uk/fitzrovia.php">Caravan</a>, and Jim Ragas, President &amp; CEO, <a href="https://www.mysecondcup.com/">The Second Cup Coffee Company,</a> to understand where inflation is stemming from, how operators can navigate these challenges, and the extent to which rising costs are affecting profitability.Credits music: <a href="https://frankhamilton.bandcamp.com/track/week-45-flaws-ceilings">"Flaws &amp; Ceilings"</a> by Frank Hamilton Ft. Lauren Aquilina Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest coffee news at <a href="https://www.worldcoffeeportal.com/">worldcoffeeportal.com</a>Subscribe to 5THWAVE on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/5thwavecoffee/">@5thWaveCoffee</a> and tell us what topics you'd like to hear

Elevating the daily grind

A forward-thinking interview series examining the business of progressive coffee culture.

The 5THWAVE Podcast is hosted by Jeffrey Young, Editor-in-Chief of 5THWAVE magazine and Founder of Allegra Group.

Each episode features inspiring stories, business lessons, and thought leadership from the entrepreneurs and industry experts blazing trails to success across the world of coffee. 

The podcast will delve into the detail of achieving operational excellence, get to grips with green coffee sourcing and seek out the very best of global coffee culture. We’ll also examine the future of e-commerce and coffee at home, the changing face of cafés and coffee shops, and how to hone winning HR strategies – plus much more.

Get in touch and tell us what topics you'd like to hear by visiting www.worldcoffeeportal.com/5THWAVEPodcast