Abdullah Ramay
Abdullah is a purpose-driven leader and technology enthusiast, uniting business strategy, leadership, and innovation to create meaningful impact in the specialty coffee industry. As CEO of Pablo & Rusty’s Coffee Roasters, he has led the company to the forefront of sustainability and innovation, achieving B Corporation certification, Carbon Neutral Organisation status (Climate Active), and membership in 1% for the Planet. Under his leadership, Pablo & Rusty’s has won multiple awards for workplace excellence and positive impact.
A strong advocate for the specialty coffee industry, Abdullah has been instrumental in raising awareness about sustainable pricing in the café sector, ensuring Australian café culture remains world leading. He is a regular voice in media, podcasts, and social platforms, contributing thought leadership on key coffee issues, including customer experience, climate impact, pricing, automation and technology. With credentials as a CPA, PMP, MBA, and GAICD, Abdullah brings a learning mindset to the evolving landscape of coffee.
10:45am - 11:30am
Friday 21st March 2025 Day 2
Espresso Economics: Balancing Rising Costs and Consumer Expectations
The cost of coffee has skyrocketed, but where does the responsibility lie to make price increases across the supply chain. We hear from a producer, green bean trader, coffee roasters and cafe owner about managing the price crisis and what it means for their business. This is a must-hear conversation on one of the biggest topics impacting the global coffee sector.
