Meet Kari...

Name: Kari J. Larson

Nickname: Poly - for poly for perfectionist

What makes you Smile: My daughter Karly. She could do just about anything and it makes me smile.

When did you come on board with CG/HH? As the owner 12 years with CG and 4 years at HH

Position with Company? Office Executive

What is your favorite coffee drink/craft brew? Plain ol dark French Roast with cream / Our Octoberfest this past year was my favorite

How much coffee/craft beer do you drink? Coffee x 3 per day. Beer x 0 - I am in training!

Favorite Day at the coffeehouse/Brewery? Coffee House - Our annual birthday. I am so proud each year that our business is a "common ground" to this community.
Brewery - Bikes Blues and BBQ... There's nothing better than a slew of people in town to appreciate your business.

Hobbies and interests other than coffee/craft beer? Cycling is currently at the top of my list, although I will always be a born and bred runner. My goal is to run the Boston Marathon if the pain in my neck will allow it.

Favorite Movie?  Stepmom with Susan Sarandon and Julia Roberts. It reminds me of my mom and her defeat of cancer. I cry every time I watch it.

Favorite Food? Italian all the way. I am a carb junkie. 

Favorite thing about Fayetteville? Small town feel, traffic, weather, out door activities & the Razorbacks. I love that I run into people often and the fact that I don't spend wasted time in a car going from here and there gives me more time to do the things I enjoy.

What do you want for your birthday? This year I chose nothing and donated muffins and coffee to the Cancer Support Home in town. I feel so blessed with my family, profession and health that it was a small way to give back.

What do you like best about your job? I truly like the various events throughout the year in a college town. It always keeps things exciting and doesn't lend itself to any dull moment.