Meet the Team

Agronomist Huehuetenango
Working in coffee since: 2010

I work as an agronomist and technical advisor in Huehuetenango. I started working on my family parcel in 2010, trying to improve the coffee farm and innovate our practices, I always knew there was a great potential. But then I that one of the key challenges is finding the right markets for quality coffee. I met Nadine in 2013 and worked with her in selling my coffee, and now since 2015 I have joined the Primavera team to share my knowledge with other producers as well. That is what I love about this work, I always visit new farms and get to know new people. 

Jose is a Certified Q Processor.

Agronomist Huehuetenango

José Manuel López Armas is an agronomist and coffee grower. Inspired by his family’s agricultural background, he began working in coffee at a young age, later studying a technical degree in coffee cultivation and eventually completing his Agronomy Engineering degree at Universidad Rural de Guatemala.

With over eight years of experience, he has worked in crop management, specialty coffee production and commercialization, agrochemical safety, and plant nutrition. Currently, he serves as Technical Advisor at La Central de Café, where he applies his expertise to support small producers and strengthen Guatemala’s coffee sector through sustainable and innovative practices.

Agronomist / female relationship partners 

Yeimi Galindo is originally from Huehuetenango, her academic training accredits her as a technician university in fruit production and has completed her studies as an agricultural engineer. Her work experience has been developed working with coffee growers in the Huista region, focusing to provide technical assistance in processes of establishing agroforestry systems, improving productive processes, harvest and post-harvest. She firmly believes that joint work between coffee growers, technicians and La Central de Café can promote the development of communities through through the production and marketing of specialty coffees.

Producer support Huehuetenango

I am Paula Isabel Pérez, originally from the Qom community in Jacaltenango. I speak both Popti and Spanish, and I received training at a coffee school in San Antonio Huista, Huehuetenango, which gave me the technical foundation to grow in the coffee sector.

I am currently part of the technical team at La Central de Café, where I work closely with producers, supporting them in improving the quality of their coffee. Over time, I have built strong experience and commitment by collaborating directly with many producers. I consider myself responsible, with leadership and a strong service vocation, qualities that help me build trust and strong relationships with communities. My goal is to continue growing professionally while supporting producers and contributing to the development and strengthening of coffee farming in the region.

Quality Control La Central (Guatemala City)
Working in coffee since: 2005

I coordinate quality control in our lab in Guatemala City. I fell in love with coffee a long time ago, even before I can remember. I'm born and raised in a coffee community and had my first experience of city life when I started working as a cupper, over 13 years ago. I love sharing knowledge and experiences with others. And with my work I feel I can contribute to the lives of coffee producers in Guatemala. 

Seiner is a Certified Q Grader.

Logistics (Guatemala City)
Working in coffee since: 2019

I began working in the coffee industry in 2019, coordinating and managing the logistics of transporting coffee from Huehuetenango and Fraijanes to the dry mill, and later to the country’s ports for export to different parts of the world. My main responsibility is to handle all documentation, strategy, and follow-up for the export process, as well as customs clearance at each point of entry, whether maritime or air. Working in coffee has been truly inspiring, as it is a globally leading product with high standards to meet for its transport. This has given me valuable opportunities for growth and learning in the areas of logistics and documentation.

Accounting (Guatemala City)

I work as a General Accountant, a role that has been a long but very rewarding journey. I began working in accounting in 2013, and as part of my academic preparation I studied Public Accounting and Auditing. I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Tax Management to continue expanding my knowledge in this important field.

I started working at La Central de Café in 2017, which has brought me significant personal and professional growth. Being part of the team is motivating, as we support each other in learning, improving, and growing as professionals in the coffee industry. It is inspiring to understand how something as simple as drinking a cup of coffee involves so much effort, dedication, consistency, and above all, passion to ensure the work is done in the best possible way.

Dry mill Manager

I have been working in coffee for more than 25 years, working at every stage of the process, with experience in harvest, wet milling and fermentation, and dry milling - everything up to the point of storage and shipping. During harvest I help ensure that the dry mill is running smoothly, and I’ve taken charge of processing honey and natural lots at our mill. I also serve as a contact for many of our producer partners in the central part of Guatemala such as Fraijanes, including making visits to growers and associations to help ensure high cherry quality.