In this episode of BAM BizTalk, Angel M. Garcia sits down with Ricky Barrientes, founder of Trap House Coffee, to talk about his inspiring 9-year journey of turning passion into purpose — one roast at a time. Ricky shares the lessons learned from decades in business, from the music industry to entrepreneurship, and how staying grounded, avoiding debt, and scaling smartly became his secret recipe for success.

They dive deep into:

1. Building a business with zero outside funding

2. Overcoming setbacks and starting over with wisdom

3. The art and science of coffee roasting

4. The importance of community over competition

5. Lessons from the field: logistics, branding, and sustainability ☕ Whether you’re a business owner, coffee lover, or aspiring entrepreneur — this episode is a masterclass in gri ...