The Alliance For Coffee Excellence (ACE) is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to
rewarding high quality coffee farmers. To accomplish this goal ACE manages auctions that allow
global roasters the ability to find and purchase extraordinary coffees that have been scrutinized
and scored by a series of professional cuppers.

ACE enjoys an international membership of global coffee roasters and coffee buyers who
appreciate and are eager to purchase these coffees at the auction for their discerning
customers. Created in 1999, the financial reward from these auctions has significantly improved
the livelihoods of thousands of coffee farmers worldwide.

ACE is managed by an international staff of professionals that are passionate about the mission
of ACE. It overseen by a global Board of Directors made up of 15 members from a wide variety
of backgrounds.

In partnership with the Cup of Excellence organization, ACE offers its members a discount on the
training and educational programs that give serious global coffee professionals the tools
needed to succeed in understanding and valuing high-quality coffees.