, which raises funds for local foundations that support social justice initiatives.
Elliott also says Schibli’s work ethic, background, and “amazing attitude” make him want to support her company. Southeastern Roastery owner Candy Schibli waves to a friend outside the window of her Baltimore-based coffee lab.Although Schibli says she didn’t know much about coffee when she decided to pursue roasting professionally, she knew she’d rather be tinkering with a roaster than sitting behind a desk. Schibli worked as an engineer for companies like Honeywell, and then in sustainable development at the World Resources Institute, before she decided to become an entrepreneur.