Trust the Process - Calis's Story
I didn’t know, but God was leading me here, to Macon, to Z Beans. Read more
The Z Beans Stories
The Legend of Emperor Atahualpa
Atahualpa, taken prisoner by Pizarro, was held captive in Cajamarca for several months. During his captivity, the legend goes that... Read more
Ecuador in September: Part 5 - The Last Stretch
The plane is shaking. Flight attendants are rushing towards their seats with the seatbelt light flashing. The cabin lights come... Read more
Ecuador in September: Part 4 - A Picture of Ecuador
However, as we walk back into the parking lot, our driver in view, it finally happens: the clouds clear. It is one... Read more
Ecuador in September: Part 3 - A Tour of Ecuador
Now, wherever we are, it’s windy, arid, completely barren, and instead of being surrounded by navigable, tree-covered mountains, it’s as... Read more
Ecuador in September: Part 2 - Simple Joys in Life
Picture it: the five of us, in an Ecuadorian restaurant, listening to none other than Alan Jackson. Legendary. This day... Read more
Ecuador in September: Part 1 - Trust in People
Shane will still not be there, and this is starting to feel like a test by fire. Hopefully, we pass. Read more
When Opportunity Knocks - Max's Story
This is what made Z Beans so attractive to me. Not only are we working for a bigger purpose outside... Read more
Choices - Mary Kathryn's Story
Z Beans quickly became more than just an opportunity to gain experience. It provided me with a support system I... Read more
A Commitment to Transparent Trade
We want you, the customer, to know everything there is to know about Z Beans.We want transparency.We are committed to... Read more
Arturo's Role
Now, four years later, we have come a long ways. From 65lbs of coffee to 27,000lbs of coffee - to... Read more
Calm is Contagious
We've overcome some major obstacles with Z Beans over the past four years, but none have impacted me more than... Read more