Our Story
Cultivating Coffee is a Family Tradition
Dávila Kafe is a family-owned coffee company founded by David J. Dávila and Gaïna Y. Dávila . David and Gaïna come from a long line of coffee producers in Nicaragua and in Haiti. We exist to bring you the best of Haitian and Nicaraguan coffee with a bold taste of culture. We’re building a creative community around coffee while providing a platform on which the stories of young entrepreneurs, aspiring and distinguished artists can be showcased.
The rich coffee heritage of Haiti and Nicaragua germinating with the artistic flavors of the Caribbean and Central America will leave you wanting more. Share a cup, and join us as we continue to build a community where culture is valued, honest exchanges are celebrated and coffee is enjoyed by all.
Davila Kafe At One
Meet The Team
David J. Dávila
Founder/CEO
David has a background in professional communications, English literature, and is a Fulbright Scholar. He's previously worked in Spain, Argentina, Bangladesh, and Barbados. He's a certified Q-Grader, and enjoys working with local producers in Nicaragua and Haiti, showcasing the very best of their culture, art, and community through kafe.
Gaïna Y. Dávila
Co-Founder
Gaïna is co-founder of Dávila Kafe and is a communications professional with a background in U.S. foreign policy. She has previously worked in Myanmar, Bangladesh, Barbados, and the Eastern Caribbean. On her free time she enjoys cooking, reading, and telling stories that uplift the human spirit.
Randi Tate
Operations Manager
Randi is the Operations Manager at Dávila Kafe and is a teams, project coordinator and customer service specialist. Randi is a proud graduate of Howard University, and serves as the Vice President of Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) which builds relationships and increases civic engagement to empower and connect young adults in Philadelphia.