Innovation, sustainability and independent spirit – a conversation with Assembly Coffee

Innovation, sustainability and independent spirit – a conversation with Assembly Coffee

January 16, 2026 · 39 min · Episode 197

About this episode

A conversation with the co-founders of Assembly Coffee about defining success and scaling a sustainable business.

Today we’re bringing you a special episode in collaboration with the London Coffee Guide and Podcast, and republishing an insightful conversation with Nick Mabey and Michael Cleland, co-founders of London’s Assembly Coffee . Founded in 2015, Assembly Coffee is an innovative specialty coffee roastery known for its commitment to sustainability and excellence. In this conversation, Nick and Michael discuss what it means to define your own version of success, and how to scale a business with sustainability at its heart. For more on London’s specialty scene and interviews with the likes of Special Guests, Batch Baby and Hermanos, tune into the London Coffee Podcast. Credits music: "Soho" by Eirra in association with The Coffee Music Project and SEB Collective . Tune into the 5THWAVE Playlist on Spotify for more music from the show Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest coffee news at worldcoffeeportal.com Subscribe to 5THWAVE on Instagram @5thWaveCoffee and tell us what topics you'd like to hear

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