Blenz Coffee is Growing Again

Released on = April 23, 2007, 10:10 am

Press Release Author = Paul Charlebois

Industry = Food & Beverage

Press Release Summary = Blenz Coffee introduces three new additions to the head
office team.

Press Release Body = April 23, 2007 - Vanouver BC, Canada - Blenz The Canadian
Coffee Company Ltd. announces three new additions to the head office team. Layla
Osberg and Ryan Crawford are the newest additions to the operations team and Paul
Charlebois is the latest recruit in the marketing department.

For over a decade Ryan Crawford has been making a mark in the service industry. His
strong work ethic and passion for learning allowed him to advance quickly through
the ranks, ultimately reaching the level of Barista. As a Barista, Ryan has trained
both new and experienced Baristas on the foundations of coffee and the creation of
latté art. Ryan's hands-on experience, skillful latté artistry and knowledge of the
industry will be the keys to his success as one of the newest members of the Blenz
Operations team. "Making great espresso is the foundation to making great latté
art, without the foundation you have nothing to build on," explained Ryan.

Another addition to the operations team is Layla Osberg. Thirteen years ago she
began her career in the specialty coffee industry as a Barista for Blenz. She
quickly learned what it takes to operate a successful coffee shop and eventually
moved on to manage an independent micro-roaster and specialty coffee house in
Victoria, BC. Now she's come full circle and become part of the Blenz Operations
team. "Their [Blenz] commitment to offering the highest quality product and how they
support their employees and franchisees is what prompted me to make the move,"
stated Layla. "Layla is extremely enthusiastic and knowledgeable about how to
operate a successful coffee house. She will be a great addition to the Blenz team,"
said George Moen, President of Blenz Coffee.

On the marketing side, Paul Charlebois came to Blenz highly recommended. He is an
accomplished copywriter, who received an honorable mention at the RMB Crystal
Awards, a creative designer with a keen eye for detail and was an independent
marketing consultant for 5 years. "I am extremely excited to be a part of Blenz.
It's a great team who truly love what they do. They approach everything with a lot
of enthusiasm and passion. Not to mention, they're true innovators in the specialty
coffee market! I couldn't ask for a better company to work with," exclaimed Mr.
Charlebois.

"At this stage of Blenz' growth, it's become even more important to find and retain
the best talent in the market. We understand that our employees make all the
difference when it comes to supporting a business that franchisees and customers
alike will be excited about," said George Moen, President of Blenz Coffee. "Ryan,
Layla and Paul have already shown themselves to be valuable additions to the
family."

About Blenz The Canadian Coffee CompanyT

Blenz Coffee is a premium retailer of coffee, tea and other innovative and delicious
specialty beverages. All of Blenz beverages are made in-store from only the highest
quality ingredients available. Blenz operates a network of over 84 franchise
locations, with 49 in British Columbia and 35 internationally. Blenz Coffee is
proudly Canadian!


Web Site = http://www.blenz.com

Contact Details = George Moen, President
Blenz Coffee
300 - 535 Thurlow St. Vancouver, BC V6E 3L2
604.682.2995
press@blenz.com
www.blenz.com

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