Timen R. ter Meulen Swijtink is the Founder and Managing Director of Lacàph Coffees of Việt Nam and the Founder of CoffeeTrace, based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. With over five years at Lacàph, Timen has developed a brand synonymous with sustainability, innovation, and quality in the coffee industry. Lacàph Coffees celebrates Vietnam’s rich coffee heritage while introducing global audiences to the nation’s premium coffee products, combining exceptional flavors with a commitment to responsible sourcing and storytelling.
In 2024, Timen founded CoffeeTrace, a platform designed to revolutionize coffee cultivation transparency. By leveraging technology and collaboration with farmers, CoffeeTrace empowers consumers to trace their coffee’s journey from farm to cup. This initiative highlights the ethical and environmental impact of coffee production while fostering trust and accountability in the supply chain.
Passionate about advancing transparency and sustainability in coffee production, Timen is committed to creating meaningful connections between farmers and consumers while showcasing the best of Vietnam’s coffee heritage.
Timen holds a LEAD Professional Certificate from Stanford University Graduate School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts in Law, Politics, and Statistics from the University of Utrecht.