Over the years coffee has become so much more than coffee itself. It fuels our days, fills our Instagram feeds, accompanies rich conversation, is perfected, bragged about, and experimented with. We dress it up with latte art and fancy milk or we simply take it black. Whatever the medium, coffee has become an art. Cafes and coffee shops are a staple in any town or city. They are a gathering place. They foster community and provide a space that relationships can be created. First dates, business meetings, study sessions, and catching up with old friends – all based on connecting with others.

Aaron Carlson, owner of Little Amps Coffee Roasters, began his coffee roasting journey living in Oakland, California. While riding around in an old van and pursuing a career in music, Aaron discovered Blue Bottle, a company that knew how to serve great coffee. After his experience with Blue Bottle, Aaron began roasting his own coffee, and a few years later Little Amps Coffee Roasters was born. With a well-designed space, good vibes, friendly employees and of course great coffee, Little Amps has made its mark in the city of Harrisburg.

We had the privilege of doing the majority of this Masters of Their Craft interview in-person. Both Aaron and Peter, Little Amp’s Business Development Manager, chatted with us about their journey, the business, and showed us around the shops. Click on the photo below to hear their inspiring story and see their beautiful space.

Stay tuned on our Instagram for a great giveaway happening tomorrow with Little Amps and some of their products.

Our MASTERS OF THEIR CRAFT series are monthly features where we give a glimpse into the life, vision, and work of artists, entrepreneurs, craftsmen, musicians, business owners, innovators, and fellow dreamers who excel in their area of expertise. They use their gifting with passion and excellence. Their work is tried and true. By sharing these innovators with others who we know will value the labor of their hands as much as we do, we aim to make a humble attempt at giving them honor by telling their stories.

For details on Storytelling for your business or craft, go HERE or email info@char-co.com.