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This is the 3rd of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Michael Sheridan from the CQI. Michael has joined us on the podcast to discuss the changes recently announced at SCA Expo in Houston regarding the licensing agreement of the Q grader program to the SCA and what it means moving forward.

The 5 episodes in this series are:

1. The History and Mission of the CQI - https://youtu.be/eBSxcipZx38

2. The Agreement Between the SCA and the CQI - https://youtu.be/oB-pvqDD1JQ

3. Your Reaction to the Changes to the Q - https://youtu.be/HAfjOJMRuxU

4. What's Next For The CQI - https://youtu.be/niNgG6K6JjY

5. The Long-Term Focus for CQI - https://youtu.be/NH2-8csKTRM

In this episode of the Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee engages in a heated and detailed discussion with Michael Sheridan from the CQI.

They delve into the reasons and aftermath of the recent changes in CQI's licensing agreement with the SCA.

Michael clarifies the decision-making process, the lack of community consultation, and the subsequent reaction from the Q grading community.

This candid conversation aims to address the feelings of betrayal and distrust while providing insights into the future steps for the CQI.

Join us as we explore the complexities and challenges faced by the organization in this pivotal moment.

Connect with Michael Sheridan and the CQI here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelsheridancoffee/

https://www.coffeeinstitute.org/

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