IWCA celebrates global impact of women in coffee
Credit: Women in Coffee
The International Women’s Coffee Alliance (IWCA) invites coffee professionals from across the industry to join the annual IWCA breakfast networking event at the National Coffee Association (NCA) 2025 Convention in Houston, Texas. This highly anticipated event will take place on Friday, 7 March, 2025, from 8:00 – 9:15 AM, offering attendees a unique opportunity to connect, support, and celebrate the empowerment of women in coffee. Tickets to the are available exclusively to NCA Convention registrants.
As the coffee industry continues to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape, IWCA’s mission to foster leadership, sustainability, and economic opportunity for women in coffee has never been more critical. This year’s breakfast will highlight the tangible impact of IWCA’s work, including:
- Global Connections: Strengthening networks between women-led coffee businesses and industry leaders.
- Strategic Growth: Advancing infrastructure implementation such as GiveButter and Monday.com to streamline fundraising and expand impact.
- Chapter Success Stories: Celebrating innovative projects from IWCA Chapters worldwide that drive economic empowerment.
- The Next Generation: Engaging the future of coffee by building mentorship opportunities and expanding resources for women in consuming and producing countries.
“The IWCA Breakfast at NCA is more than just a gathering—it’s a moment to recognize the progress we’ve made and rally together to ensure a more inclusive and sustainable coffee industry for the future,” said Blanca Castro, IWCA Executive Director. “This event is a testament to the power of collaboration and the critical role that women play across the entire coffee value chain.”
The breakfast will bring together key industry stakeholders, corporate sponsors, and global coffee leaders to discuss challenges, opportunities, and the evolving role of women in coffee. Attendees will leave inspired and equipped with actionable ways to support IWCA’s work and make a lasting impact.
Tickets for the IWCA Breakfast are available exclusively to NCA Convention attendees and can be purchased when registering for the Convention at ncausa.org/convention. Attendees are encouraged to register and secure their tickets early to ensure participation.
