About Coffee Elf
We are bioscientists and innovators with a special love for coffee. At Coffee Elf, we're more than just a team of passionate individuals; we're a fellowship of coffee enthusiasts on a mission to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Founded by a team of five talented women with diverse backgrounds, we bring our collective expertise in finance, marketing, entrepreneurship, academia, technology, and consulting to the world of coffee.
Our Story
Imagine the everyday NYC businesswoman: poised, stylish, and grabbing her iced coffee on the go. Coffee Elf transforms this daily ritual into a global movement by reimagining waste.
Meet Coffee Elf, where three powerful women in NYC are revolutionizing biotech and beauty. Circularity is at the heart of their mission. They transform discarded coffee grounds into valuable, environmentally friendly products, reclaiming waste and reintroducing it as high-quality items, effectively closing the loop for a greener future.
Harnessing the untapped potential of coffee grounds, they’re turning waste into treasures, proving that trash can indeed be transformed into valuable resources. These visionary leaders show that true innovation and success thrive outside conventional norms.
Coffee Elf is at the forefront of a groundbreaking movement, blending biotechnology, beauty, diversity, profitability, and sustainability, paving the way for a brighter, greener, and more enchanting future.
Our Method
At Coffee Elf, our approach is rooted in a commitment to sustainability and a deep respect for the environment. We believe that the most enchanting creations are those that leave the lightest footprint on our planet.
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Informed Decision-Making
LCA empowers us to make well-informed decisions about materials, production methods, and transportation, choosing the most eco-friendly options.odern-day coffee elves, we're dedicated to reducing waste and minimizing our environmental impact. To ensure that our products are not only unique but also eco-conscious, we employ a powerful tool known as Life Cycle Analysis.
What is Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)?
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Why LCA?
LCA allows us to take a close look at the entire journey of our products, making us accountable for every environmental choice we make.
Take a Closer Look
Our Team
Helen Zhang
Zihan Wang
Yulia Abdulmanova
Jana Jiang
Founder
CTO
Chemical Engineering,
Columbia Univeristy
/Certified Barista
CMO & EVP of Marketing
Sustainability Consulting,
Consumer Goods division @ L 'Oreal Group
Co-Founder
Full Stack
Developer
Tech Team
Emily Saunders
Chemical Engineering,
Columbia Univeristy
/ex-Gas Cleaning Technologies LLC.
Suryansh Kabra
Chemical Engineering,
Columbia Univeristy
/ex-First Solar
Bijie Ren (postdoctoral)
Marketing Team
Our Mentors and Advisors
Our journey began at Columbia University, where we discovered a shared love for coffee and a profound commitment to sustainability. We realized that used coffee grounds, often discarded without a second thought, held immense potential. This sparked a magical idea: to turn coffee waste into sustainable and imaginative merchandise.
With a deep-rooted respect for our planet and an unwavering belief in the power of innovation, Coffee Elf was born. We became modern-day coffee elves, weaving dreams from coffee grounds, reducing waste, and promoting eco-conscious practices.
In our quest to create a sustainable and inspiring future for coffee culture, we've ventured into the heart of academic research, collaborated with experts, and embraced the art of upcycling. With each product we craft, we aim to enchant, inspire, and make a difference.
Join us in our mission to turn grounds into greatness. Whether you're a coffee shop owner looking to add a touch of sustainability to your brand or a coffee enthusiast seeking unique merchandise, Coffee Elf welcomes you to a world where coffee grounds become a canvas for creativity.
At Coffee Elf, we're not just crafting merchandise; we're crafting a movement, a lifestyle, and a commitment to sustainability. Together, we're turning coffee grounds into pure enchantment, one sip at a time.
Welcome to the Coffee Elf family, where your journey begins, and every coffee ground tells a story.
