31-year-old Raphael Brandao launched Cafe di Preto, sourcing beans exclusively from Black farmers in Brazil and aims to increase sales by 20% in 2023.

31-year-old Raphael Brandao aims to "reverse the logic that Black people are mere laborers" in Brazilian coffee production. Brandao launched Cafe di Preto four years ago, sourcing beans exclusively from Black farmers and selling around 1.4 tons in 2022. The logo for his brand features a raised Black fist clutching a coffee branch. Brandao hopes to increase sales by 20% in 2023.

May 20, 2024
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