Karalynn McDermott

Karalynn McDermott has extensive work experience in the coffee industry, holding various leadership roles in business development, market development, sales, and marketing. Karalynn is currently the Vice President of Business Development at Eversys SA since 2023, where they previously worked as an Executive Growth Consultant. Prior to that, they served as the Senior Vice President of Market Development at Bunn-O-Matic Corporation from 2009 to 2021. Before joining Bunn-O-Matic, Karalynn was the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Franke Coffee Systems North America from 2007 to 2009. Karalynn also held the position of Vice President of Marketing and Sales at FETCO from 1996 to 2007 and started their career as a Marketing Manager at American Metal Ware in 1987.

Karalynn McDermott holds a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management, General from Lake Forest Graduate School of Management. Karalynn obtained this degree between 2009 and 2014. Prior to that, they attended Ohio University from 1981 to 1985, where they received a BSC in Organizational Communication. Their high school education was completed at Aurora High School, though the specific years are not provided. In addition to their academic achievements, Karalynn McDermott has obtained certifications in various fields. Karalynn has achieved the AST Professional Level in Brewing Module from the Specialty Coffee Association in December 2017. Karalynn also holds a CFSP (Certified Food Service Professional) certification from the North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM), although the specific date of obtaining this certification is not mentioned.