Mazevo Coffee:

The Story Behind Mazevo Coffee

Mazevo Coffee was born out of a passion for great coffee and a greater mission. As the founder and CEO for the past eight years, I have seen firsthand how a simple cup of coffee can create space for community, meaningful conversations, and transformation. Mazevo—meaning "to gather" in Greek—was founded with the idea that coffee is more than just a product; it is a tool for connection, a bridge to deeper relationships, and a platform for impacting lives.

From the very beginning, our mission has been to craft exceptional coffee while integrating faith and business in a way that serves both people and communities. Our commitment to quality extends beyond just great beans and roasting methods—it is about stewarding resources, supporting farmers through ethical sourcing, and ensuring that every interaction with our brand leaves a positive imprint.

Why Mazevo Coffee Matters

Mazevo exists not just as a coffee company but as a platform for transformation in the marketplace. The world doesn’t need just another coffee shop; it needs businesses that bring purpose and impact. I believe that work and ministry are not separate callings but integrated in a way that allows the Gospel to be lived out in daily life.

Through our stores, we create environments where people feel welcome, where employees are valued, and where customers experience something deeper than just a transaction. We have seen how something as simple as a well-crafted cup of coffee can be a tool for missions, marketplace ministry, and genuine community.

This belief has shaped every aspect of Mazevo—from the way we train our staff, to the partnerships we form, to the intentionality in our branding. We see our business as a modern-day tentmaking enterprise, where the work we do in the marketplace is part of a broader calling to advance the Kingdom.

Integrating Missions Through the 7 Spheres of Influence

A major part of our vision is integrating missions into the marketplace using the framework of the 7 Spheres of Influence: Business, Government, Education, Family, Religion, Media, and Arts & Entertainment. The world is shaped by these spheres, and for lasting change to happen, believers must be actively engaged in each of them.

At Mazevo, we believe coffee is a powerful entry point into the Business and Media spheres, providing us with a platform to influence culture in an authentic and sustainable way. We integrate faith into our business by supporting micro-loans in coffee farming communities, partnering with local ministries, and encouraging our teams to see their work as something that has real dignity and purpose.

Where Mazevo is Headed

Mazevo Coffee is more than just a growing brand—it is a movement. Over the last eight years, we have expanded to seven locations, built a strong online presence, and developed a model that blends excellence in coffee with Kingdom impact. But this is just the beginning.

We envision a future where Mazevo continues to expand, not only through new stores but also through strategic partnerships that bring our mission to the global stage. We are developing pathways for missionaries and business leaders to use Mazevo’s model internationally—especially in areas where traditional missionary work is restricted. Our goal is to create sustainable businesses that serve as platforms for economic development, discipleship, and Gospel impact.

Additionally, we are exploring ways to deepen our influence in media, storytelling, and leadership development. We believe that by using the gifts of creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship, we can help redefine what it means to do business with a Kingdom mindset.

Conclusion

Mazevo Coffee was never just about coffee. It has always been about people, transformation, and the integration of faith in the marketplace. As we move forward, we remain committed to our founding vision—gathering people around something as simple as a cup of coffee and using it as a tool to shape lives and impact nations.

The journey is just beginning, and I believe that the best is yet to come.