Coffee Elf Inc.

We’re #hiring a new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) & Co-Founder. Our team has built great products and technology to commercialize next year. Huge growth potential!!

We’re making our debut at the San Francisco Coffee Festival this weekend, showing just how far coffee grounds can go after your last sip. We’ll be there (booth 128) with a line of sustainably made merch, all crafted from upcycled coffee grounds. Why let good coffee grounds end up in the trash? At Coffee Elf, we’re all about giving it a second act—creating upscale, staple pieces that happen to be easier on the planet. Stop by, pick up some merch, and see for yourself how coffee grounds can fit into your life beyond the morning ritual. 📅 When: November 9-10 📍 Where: Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture, Booth #128 #SanFranciscoCoffeeFest #FortMason #Coffee #SFCoffeeFest

Last week marked the conclusion of our first summer Marketing Internship at Coffee Elf Inc. A big thank you to our fabulous interns, Emily Moore, Megan White, and DeCarlos McKinney, for your everyday contribution to elevating our digital presence and building strategic partnerships. Your dedication and creative vision have enriched our team with valuable insights and growth, and we’re excited to see where your journeys take you next.

📢 Meet the Science Inc. Accelerator Fall 2024 cohort! 📢 🔗https://brnw.ch/21wM9oR We're excited to work with these startups and support them in accelerating innovations in clean tech, advanced materials, and life sciences to the market: 🧬Aloe Therapeutics 🍵 Coffee Elf Inc. ⚕️Discova 🪟 KiposTech 💊 Manglovo Health 💨 ODIN Materials 🌱 The Pennycress Company

At Coffee Elf Inc., we take immense pride in our exceptionally skilled R&D team, comprised of experts with specialized knowledge in biotechnology, chemical, and environmental engineering. Our team is dedicated to embedding sustainability into our product lifecycle and enhancing our biorefinery processes. Together, we're committed to pushing the boundaries of biotechnology and green chemistry to transform upcycled coffee grounds into high-quality and cost-effective products, ensuring that our operations align with cutting-edge scientific innovation and best practices in sustainability.

🌟 Coffee Elf May & June Highlights 🌟 The past two months have been incredibly productive and inspiring for Coffee Elf! We are excited to share some of the amazing events and milestones we’ve experienced: May Highlights: 🚀 New York Suppliers Day New York Society of Cosmetic Chemists: We had the privilege of attending the New York Suppliers Day, where we connected with key industry suppliers and explored the latest innovations in cosmetic ingredients and technologies. It was a fantastic opportunity to learn and collaborate with other industry leaders. 💼 Tech Day TechDay HQ: This event allowed us to network with other startups and tech giants, furthering our mission to revolutionize the coffee industry with sustainable practices. ☕ Starbucks Roastery Reserve Tour in New York City Starbucks: We took an inspiring tour of the Starbucks Roastery Reserve at Pier 57. This visit provided us with deeper insights into sustainable coffee sourcing and innovative brewing techniques, reinforcing our commitment to creating eco-friendly coffee-based products.   June Highlights: 🌍 Open Science and The Future of Climate Innovation: Attending this event allowed us to explore the intersection of open science and climate innovation, providing us with new ideas and collaborations to further our sustainability goals. 👕 Smart Textiles / Innovations in Fabric: We delved into the latest advancements in smart textiles and innovative fabrics, gaining valuable knowledge to enhance our coffee-based sustainable textiles. 💄 Beauty in Tech: This event highlighted the convergence of beauty and technology, offering us insights into how we can leverage tech to enhance our cosmetic products. 🍽️ FoodTech Innovation: The Next Frontier: We explored groundbreaking innovations in FoodTech, learning about the next frontier of sustainable food solutions and how Coffee Elf can contribute to this exciting field. 🌱 Green Rising: Women Driving CleanTech Innovation in NYC: This event celebrated the achievements of women in the CleanTech industry and provided a platform for sharing innovative solutions and strategies for driving sustainable change. It was an inspiring experience to see the powerful impact women are making in CleanTech. ♻️ Trash to Treasure Circular Economy Panel: Participating in this panel, we discussed the importance of the circular economy and how turning waste into valuable products can drive sustainable development. #CoffeeElf #Sustainability #Innovation #NewYorkSuppliersDay #TechDay #StarbucksRoasteryReserve #OpenScience #ClimateInnovation #SmartTextiles #BeautyInTech #FoodTechInnovation #CircularEconomy #GreenChemistry #Biotechnology #CleanTech #WomenInCleanTech

🌟 April Highlights at The Coffee Elf 🌟 April has been an inspiring month for us at The Coffee Elf, packed with notable achievements and significant engagements. Here’s a quick rundown of our exciting milestones: 🎤 CCI Entrepreneurship Panelist: We were honored our CEO Helen Zhang participate as panelist at the CCI Entrepreneurship Columbia CCI Investment Club event. Sharing our journey, discussing challenges, and networking with fellow innovators was incredibly enriching. 🚀 NSF i-Corp Bootcamp National Science Foundation (NSF): Our team completed the NSF i-Corp Bootcamp at Columbia Univeristy, marking a major milestone in our journey. This intense program helped us refine our business model, enhance our market strategies, and prepare us for the next level of growth. Special thanks to all the instructors and mentors, and all the amazing 17 teams for Cohort 17, let's go! 🏆 The 2024 Kavaler Award Gala at The Chemists' Club: We are thrilled to announce that Coffee Elf’s CTO Zihan (Jessica) Wang was invited to The Chemists’ Club 2024 Kavaler Award Gala. This prestigious event brought us together with some of the most esteemed figures in the industry, reinforcing our dedication to pioneering chemical innovations. Our focus on converting coffee waste into valuable, sustainable products continues to be at the heart of our mission, and this recognition strengthens our resolve to push the boundaries of sustainable chemistry. As we reflect on a fruitful April, we want to express our gratitude to our team, partners, investors, mentors and the community for your continued support. Your belief in our mission fuels our passion and commitment to sustainability and innovation. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to turn coffee waste into wonder! #TheCoffeeElf #Sustainability #Innovation #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendly #StartupLife

Happy Monday! Did you know coffee was discovered by goats? ☕️🐐 Discover more non-trivial coffee facts with us! #CoffeeFacts #TheCoffeeElf #CoffeeTime #FunFacts #FunFact #CoffeeWaste #DidYouKnow

🌟 March Highlights for The Coffee Elf 🌟   March was an exhilarating month for us at The Coffee Elf, filled with events, achievements, and inspiring engagements! Here’s a quick roundup:   🌱 New York City Innovation Hot Spot: We kicked off the month by participating in this dynamic event at CUNY, introducing our innovative approach to upcycling coffee grounds into sustainable materials.   🏆 Columbia Open Track Competition Columbia Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Design: Proud to be one of the finalists! Our team presented our sustainable solutions, gaining invaluable feedback and connections.   ☕ Visit to Seattle Starbucks Reserve Roastery Starbucks: An inspiring visit where we explored advanced coffee technologies and sustainability practices that align with our mission.   📚 SUMA Sustainability Symposium SUMASA - Sustainability Management Student Association: Engaged in thought-provoking discussions on advancing sustainability in materials management, and inspired by amazing professionals working in the sustainability field.   🎤 GWI & GAIC Impact & Sustainability Summit Girls Who Impact: Our very own CEO and CTO had the honor of showcasing our company, sharing insights on women's pivotal roles in driving sustainability initiatives.   🥇 CCI Competition Innovative Coffee Industry Pioneer Winner Columbia CCI Investment Club: We’re thrilled to announce that we won at the Columbia's Asian Investment Entrepreneurship Challenge, validating our efforts in making the beauty and textile industries more sustainable.   Thank you to everyone who supported us through the fantastic month! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to push the boundaries of sustainability and innovation. 💚   #TheCoffeeElf #Sustainability #Innovation #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendly #MarchHighlights #Coffee

Exciting news from The Coffee Elf team! ☕️ Our founders Zihan (Jessica) Wang and Yunuo(Helen) Zhang had the pleasure of attending Coffee Fest New York, a fantastic event that brought together coffee enthusiasts, industry professionals, and innovative brands from around the globe. 🌍 As a startup dedicated to revolutionizing the coffee industry through sustainability and innovation, this event was an incredible opportunity for us to connect with like-minded individuals, learn about the latest trends, and share our mission to reduce Scope 3 emissions by upcycling used coffee grounds. ♻️ We were inspired by the passion and creativity on display and are more motivated than ever to continue our work in creating sustainable solutions for the coffee world. A huge thank you to the organizers and everyone who made Coffee Fest New York such a memorable experience. 🙌 Stay tuned for exciting updates as we apply the insights gained and continue our journey towards a more sustainable future! #CoffeeFestNY #Sustainability #Innovation #CoffeeElf #CoffeeIndustry #Coffeeevent #Coffee #CoffeeGrounds #GroundstoGreatness