· BSc from Mysore University.
· Post Graduation in Coffee Quality Management course from Coffee Board of India in 2003.
· Over 15 years of Coffee Cupping experience
· Q Grader Certification is awarded by Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) – A unit belonging to SCAA.
· Jury member from for the “Flavour of India – Fine Cup award” conducted by Coffee Board of India.
· Jury member for the ‘National Barista Championship’ conducted by Coffee Board of India.
· International jury member for CUP OF EXCELLENCE cupping competition.