Opportunities in Coffee: A Global Master’s Journey

Monday, June 16, 2025
🕤 9:30 AM CST / 4:30 PM CEST
📍 Hosted on Zoom by the International Women’s Coffee Alliance (IWCA)

Join us for a special live webinar in partnership with Fondazione Ernesto Illy, where we explore how advanced education is creating new opportunities for professionals in coffee-producing countries.

This session is designed for anyone curious about expanding their impact in the coffee sector — from producers to green coffee buyers to aspiring leaders.

🎙️ Meet the Speakers

Adriana Calderón
Green Coffee Commercial Manager | El Salvador
2025 Scholarship Recipient – Ernesto Illy Master’s in Coffee Economics and Science
Adriana brings over a decade of experience working across the coffee value chain. As a single mother and scholarship recipient, her journey reflects the transformative potential of global education and opportunity.

Isabella Modde
Program Manager | Fondazione Ernesto Illy
Based in Trieste, Italy, Isabella manages international outreach and scholarships for the Master’s program, which supports students from coffee-producing countries to gain world-class training in coffee economics, quality, and sustainability.

Orietta Lucia Alvarenga
Past Scholarship Recipient and longtime advocate for women in coffee and longtime advocate for women in coffee.

Moderated by:

Blanca Mariá Castro, IWCA Executive Director

💡 What You’ll Learn

• The structure and benefits of the Master in Coffee Economics and Science Ernesto Illy

• First-hand insights from a recent scholarship recipient

• How international study can open doors for professionals in coffee-producing countries

• Tips on applying for financial aid and scholarship opportunities

• How the IWCA and Fondazione Ernesto Illy are working together to empower the next generation of coffee leaders

🎟️ Reserve your spot today!

Notes about Registration

We’re so glad you’ll be joining us for the upcoming webinar, Opportunities in Coffee: A Global Master’s Journey. While registration is free, the process may feel a little clunky—so here’s what to expect:

1. Click the registration link to get your free ticket.

2. Enter your name, email, and phone number so we can send you the Zoom link and reminders.

3. You’ll be asked to enter your billing address—this is a requirement of the ticketing platform (Givebutter), even for free events.
   💡 Don’t worry! You will not be charged or asked for payment information.

4. Once completed, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your Zoom link and event details.

We know it’s a bit annoying, but we’re grateful for your time—and we promise the conversation will be worth it.

If you have any trouble, send us an email, and we will help!