Ian Callahan
Assistant General Manager at Carlton Traders Hospitality Group
Ian Callahan is an Australian café operator and specialty coffee professional with deep experience in both competition and day to day service. He founded a number of venues in Adelaide, building a reputation for quality and training strong teams. He is a former regional Barista Champion and has judged at national level across multiple competions, whiles also mentoring and working with a whole stable of barista competitors. Ian has served on the AASCA executive committee and has contributed to BeanScene, sharing practical insights for café owners.
2:45pm - 3:30pm
Saturday 28th March 2026 Day 3
The Value of Competition Baristas
What does competition excellence bring back to the café floor? Is it an investment worth making? Hear from competition winners on how they've applied their skills into valuable cafe experiences and added value through leadership, innovation, and stronger business outcomes.