An Ode to the Barista
A tribute to the hard-working, early-rising baristas who have contributed so much to the success of Omanhene for nearly 30 years. How I miss the simple enchantment of going to a café . . .
Steve’s Blog
SBA Disaster Business Loan
In the spirit of helping as many people as possible, I’m sharing my experience applying for the SBA Disaster Business Loan. This EIDL (Economic Injury Disaster Loan) seems to be the primary source of small business assistance extended by the federal government. The application process demands patience above all else. The website is understandably under … Read more
Beyond Fair Trade
There is much confusion surrounding the term “fair trade”. It can mean different things to different people with different organizations touting different certification credentials. For a brief time, Omanhene was certified by perhaps the most recognized fair trade certification organization in the US. As founder of Omanhene, I’m asked, on occasion, why we … Read more