Dr. Kristy Leissle

Looking forward to an engaging, fruitful discussion of cocoa supply chains in times of crisis at the Schokoladenmuseum Köln, starting tomorrow evening, May 23, here in beautiful Cologne, Germany. Thank you to Deutsche Gesellschaft…lnkd.in/dedA7NBA lnkd.in/d9jgC4KP

Looking forward to an engaging, fruitful discussion of cocoa supply chains in times of crisis at the Schokoladenmuseum Köln, starting tomorrow evening, May 23, here in beautiful Cologne, Germany. Thank you to Deutsche Gesellschaft…lnkd.in/dUQqDqcp lnkd.in/d9jgC4KP

Thank you Confectionery News for publishing this article on thriving ecosystems in Madagascar, and the remarkable work of the #TSIRO Alliance in promoting specialty supply chains for cocoa and spices. It is always a privilege to b…lnkd.in/d8r__Wby lnkd.in/djQrMVtZ

Hope to see you in Cologne, May 23-24 for the conference, "Sustainable cocoa supply chain in times of crisis - how can it succeed?" This conference will be hosted at the Schokoladenmuseum Köln, and is supported by, among others, D…lnkd.in/dCN98zPk lnkd.in/d9jgC4KP

100+ cocoa & chocolate professionals already registered for our upcoming webinar, What Makes Specialty Cocoa? on April 6. Will you join us too? I hope so! Special thanks to HEIRLOOM CACAO PRESERVATION FUND for hosting this webin…lnkd.in/dm2SySvh lnkd.in/dbFY47JA

I really appreciate that Brett Beach is opening a conversation around FAIRMADE. We must take every opportunity to develop and improve models that further trade justice, not just for cocoa farmers, but for growers and producers of any good. Thank you Bre…lnkd.in/dnDkcmmd

Don't forget to register for the upcoming webinar on April 6, What Makes Specialty Cocoa? Special thanks to the HEIRLOOM CACAO PRESERVATION FUND for hosting this webinar, as part of the Fine Chocolate Industry Association Fine Cho…lnkd.in/d6VEfauT lnkd.in/dbFY47JA

Still a few spaces left for the Cocoa Masterclass, April 15-23, 2023, Dominican Republic! Reserve your spot today: lnkd.in/dAPDuyhv The Cocoa Masterclass is a joint effort of Zorzal Cacao and Cacao Latitudes. Participants will be led by instructo…lnkd.in/dFb5KUrn

Brava to Tara Durieux for writing this inaugural Glossary author post. Thank you Fine Chocolate Industry Association for sharing this Glossary news. Gratitude to Sophi Tranchell for sharing your profound industry expertise in the Glossary. #cocoa #choc…lnkd.in/dtir38kV

Are you a chocolate professional, looking to raise your value chain expertise, all the way from farm to flavor evaluation? Then consider taking the inaugural Cocoa Masterclass, to be held April 15-23, 2023, in the Dominican Republ…lnkd.in/dUyJFEib lnkd.in/dAPDuyhv

Where do you stand on lab-grown chocolate? I share my views in this recent video segment, expertly and thoughtfully produced by CONTEXT. I applaud the science behind the effort to create lab-grown chocolate. I also welcome any…lnkd.in/dubQjDme lnkd.in/d9qmepyJ

I'm delighted to invite you to a free upcoming webinar, "What Makes Specialty Cocoa?" on April 6, 3pm GMT, as part of the Fine Chocolate Glossary Launch. This webinar is hosted by the HEIRLOOM CACAO PRESERVATION FUND, with support…lnkd.in/dbGniXcm lnkd.in/dzV55bap

As part of the launch of the Fine Chocolate Glossary, I'll be moderating two expert panels in April. Our panelists will help demystify fine chocolate-related terms and give us insight into current science, politics, trade, and more. (If you haven't check…lnkd.in/dcT3GphN

After more than a year of cross-continental teamwork, and collaboration with more than thirty experts around the world, I am thrilled to announce that the Fine Chocolate Industry Association Fine Chocolate Glossary is now live! lnkd.in/dvVGtJcU T…lnkd.in/dZM4d4tT

Do you have questions about cocoa's price? Brett Beach of MIA (Made in Africa) & I answer in an op-ed for ConfectioneryNews. #cocoa #price #chocolate #ghana #africa #fairtrade #directtrade #price #pricetransparency #madeinafrica…lnkd.in/egnYi-gc lnkd.in/eZ9H4j_n

Do you have questions about #cocoa's #price? Brett Beach of MIA Foodie & I answer in an op-ed for @ConfectioneryNw #chocolate #africa #ghana #Fairtrade #directtrade #pricepremiums #realitycheck confectionerynews.com/Article/2022/0…

Meaningful internship opportunity for a student or recent grad with @FCIA developing a new #Chocolate Glossary. Network with industry thought leaders. I look forward to working with the successful applicant. Deadline Aug 25 tinyurl.com/mve3m3z2

This is a valuable internship opportunity for any student or recent grad looking for networking experience in the chocolate industry. Responsibilities include liaising with thought leaders who will be contributing to a new Chocolate Glossary, managing a d…lnkd.in/dRpb9xMB

In #London? Join me Jun 17 for my 1st in-person #chocolate event for ages! With Spencer Hyman @CocoaRunners we'll taste #African #cocoa #craftchocolate & talk about what makes #WestAfrica cocoa best in the world. @benjaminsetor_ will hopefully join too! bit.ly/3NS5MA7

Though I have worked only briefly on the trading side for cocoa, I know from that experience that finding new premium sources of cocoa, especially at the artisanal scale, is an enormous challenge. Trade logistics only get more complicated the smaller th…lnkd.in/dTMHRW5j