Based in the heart of Uganda’s coffee region, Ronald leads farm operations with a focus on regenerative practices, farmer training, and quality consistency. Combining agronomic expertise with hands-on leadership, they oversee harvesting, processing, and export logistics—ensuring every bean meets specialty-grade standards and supports sustainable livelihoods.
Union Coffee NY
by American Collective
New York Speciality Direct Trade
Exceptional craft coffee
Sourced sustainably and transparently.
American Collective Coffee delivers premium, traceable beans from Uganda
and other celebrated origins—uniting American craftsmanship with advanced farming and data‑driven quality.
We serve the New York market exclusively, with planned expansion along the Eastern Seaboard.
A New Way in an Old Industry
Coffee is one of the world’s oldest and most traded commodities.
For over a century, legacy giants have dominated with opaque systems and outdated models.
American Collective Coffee is different: rooted in farmer heritage, powered by technology,
and driven by measurable impact.
Beginning with Uganda’s robusta heartlands and extending to premium global origins, we are setting a new standard for how coffee is sourced, traded, and experienced.
Farmers-to-Cup
Direct sourcing that builds authenticity, traceability, and trust between growers and consumers.
Sustainability at Scale
A growing farmer network ensures reliability and quality while empowering local economies.
Beyond Coffee
Youth, education, and community programs turn every kilogram into social value.
AI Advantages
mart tracking, predictive pricing, and quality intelligence that leapfrog 100‑year incumbents.
Our Story
Our Model: Heritage + Innovation
Direct Sourcing
From farm to port to roaster with radical transparency and lot‑level traceability.
Quality at Scale
Partner mills and QC labs deliver consistent profiles and reliable volumes.
Premium Origins
Uganda robusta excellence plus select Arabica micro‑lots from East Africa & beyond.
Craft & Community
Cuppings, stories, and co‑marketing that connect New York drinkers to growers.
Destined for New York
We partner with micro‑roasters, boutique cafés, and culinary groups across NYC to supply reliable, premium green coffee and bespoke roasted profiles. Pilot programs include QC documentation, cupping notes, and co‑branded storytelling to lift your menu—and your margins.
Union Coffee
AI Advantage
Source Transparency — Digital farmer IDs ensure every bag is traceable from tree to cup.
Predictive Insights — Real‑time price, futures, and demand forecasting inform smarter buying.
Quality Intelligence — AI‑assisted grading and process optimization deliver consistent excellence.
Impact Metrics — Automated ESG data proves measurable social and environmental value.
Sourcing & Stewardship
Our supply begins in Uganda—birthplace of robusta—where we work with partner cooperatives using advanced agronomy, soil health practices, and post‑harvest innovations that support environmental stewardship while increasing farmer income. We selectively expand into premium Arabica regions to curate a balanced portfolio for New York palates.
Farmer Empowerment
Training, guaranteed offtake, and fair, transparent terms.
Climate‑Smart Farming
Shade management, water conservation, and improved processing.
Ethical Logistics
Clean supply chains from consolidation to port, verified with data.
Taste
Transparency
Tangible Impact
TEAM
Iliad Terra
Co-Founder & Strategic Design Lead
A Washington, DC–based artist, strategic designer and entrepreneur, Iliad integrates architecture, systems thinking, and brand strategy to build resilient ventures. He leads partnerships across tech, agriculture, and hospitality, and champions ethical trade and narrative‑rich storytelling.
Doruk Malhan
Co-Founder & Operations Lead
A global operator with deep experience in sourcing, logistics, and premium F&B, Doruk orchestrates farmer networks, quality control, and reliable delivery to New York partners. His focus on data transparency and on‑the‑ground relationships enables consistent, scalable supply with measurable impact.
Ronald Buule
Senior Manager, Operations
Susan Nakajubi
Assistant Manager, Agriculture
Myra Chung
Brand + Partnerships, alfa8
With a background in design, brand development, and cross-cultural partnerships, Myra translates vision into tangible presence. She leads narrative, messaging, and collaborations, ensuring the brand connects authentically with markets and partners while reinforcing long-term trust.
Jesca Namala
Farm Manager
As Farm Manager, Jesca leads all agricultural operations from seedling to harvest, ensuring the highest standards of quality and sustainability. With deep knowledge of coffee agronomy and team leadership, they coordinate planting cycles, soil health programs, and harvesting logistics—driving both productivity and farmer well-being across the estate.
Ronald Dungu
Sustainability Manager
Ronald champions environmental stewardship and community impact across the farm’s operations. With expertise in regenerative agriculture and climate-smart practices, they lead reforestation, soil restoration, and farmer training initiatives—ensuring every cup of coffee contributes to healthier ecosystems and more resilient local livelihoods.
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Union Coffee by American Collective
📍 135 West 29th Street, Suite 301, New York, NY 10001
Serving New York exclusively • Expanding soon across the Eastern Seaboard
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Built in New York • Responsible Sourcing • Real Impact