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Greg Hjort

National Sales Director at La Marzocco

Greg Hjort has an extensive background in the coffee industry. Greg currently holds the position of National Sales Director at La Marzocco, where they have been working since 2021. Prior to that, they served as the Sales Director PNW at La Marzocco from 2021 to 2023.

Before joining La Marzocco, Hjort worked at Campos Coffee as the Head of Business Development - North America from 2017 to 2021. Greg was responsible for overseeing business growth and development in the region.

From 2011 to 2017, Hjort held various positions at Stumptown Coffee Roasters, including Director of Business Development - West, Sales Director - On-Premise NW, and NW Sales Director of New Markets. Greg played a vital role in expanding the brand's presence in new markets such as San Francisco Bay Area, Napa Valley, and Vancouver BC.

Prior to Stumptown, Hjort worked at Equator Estate Coffee & Teas as a Quality Control/Account Management/Sales representative from 2010 to 2011. Greg managed and sold to various wholesale accounts across multiple channels.

Hjort's career in the coffee industry began at DOMA Coffee Roasting Company, where they served as a Sales Manager from 2008 to 2010.

Overall, Hjort has a wealth of experience in sales, business development, and account management within the coffee industry.

Greg Hjort attended the University of Washington from 2002 to 2004, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in International/Global Studies. Greg then pursued further education at Trinity International University from 2004 to 2007, earning a Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree in Theology/Theological Studies. In 2011, they attended the Renaissance Entrepreneur Center for a short period, where they studied Business Planning with a focus on Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services.

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  • National Sales Director

    January, 2023 - present

  • Sales Director PNW

    July, 2021