Karl Schmidt
Karl Schmidt
Chief Executive Officer
Diedrich Roasters LLC
Presenter Bio
Karl is the CEO of Diedrich Roasters LLC in Ponderay, ID, with over 40 years of leadership in the food and beverage industry. He has extensive experience in process engineering, business and product development, customer service, and strategy. Karl has worked for global companies such as ALFA LAVAL and served as President and BOD Member of the Probat Group, including Probat Burns, Inc.
Holding a Master’s in Engineering and Business Administration, Karl has a proven track record of improving financial operations and engineering transformations. His qualifications in process engineering include optimizing production workflows, implementing cutting-edge technologies, and enhancing operational efficiencies. He specializes in strategic acquisitions to drive revenue growth and has a deep understanding of systems, plant design, and process technology.
Karl is well-versed in the North American Coffee and Confectionery Industry and is an active member of NCA, SCAA, and RG. He is a recognized speaker at industry events, discussing topics like roasting technologies, environmental emissions, and heat transfer in roasting. With an in-depth understanding of the art and science of roasting coffee, Karl delves into the chemistry and thermodynamics involved, ensuring precision and quality in every roast. His expertise extends to accommodating new technological advances and navigating the complexities of transitioning from gas to electric roasting systems, contributing to the industry-wide push for sustainability. Karl’s ability to integrate innovative process engineering solutions ensures that Diedrich Roasters remains at the forefront of the coffee roasting industry.
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