Royalty Coffees brings exceptional quality to Europe, guided by our core values of integrity, sustainability, collaboration, and innovation.
Born and raised in Brazil in a traditional coffee-producing family, and with Italian heritage and citizenship, Junior Cardoso spent ten years in the USA, where he graduated with a degree in International Business and co-founded Bean Belt Coffees. He served as the head of operations for green coffee distribution in the US market. Later, he moved to the UK to manage Royalty Coffees’ operations in the UK and EU countries. He also oversees local sourcing within the Brazilian community, leveraging his deep cultural understanding to enhance our sourcing practices. His efforts ensure quality, traceability, and transparency at every step. In his spare time, Junior enjoys running and drinking coffee.
Originally from Vitoria, Brazil, and having lived in New York City for many years to complete her studies and develop her professional career, Daniely oversees the financial department of the company. She manages all accounts payable and receivable, interacting with all EU customers with transparency and efficiency. With a background in coffee that includes serving as Head of Operations for Unity Coffees in the USA, Daniely brings a wealth of experience to her role. Graduating with a degree in Business Administration, she has a deep passion for the world of coffee. In her free time, Daniely enjoys cooking and delving into everything she can about coffee quality. Her dedication and expertise are invaluable assets to our team.
Born and residing in Brazil, Adelso brings a unique blend of experience and expertise to the coffee sector. With a degree in Aeronautical Sciences and nearing the completion of his Economics studies, he began his career at Latam Airlines, progressing from an airport agent to a sales team manager. His connection to the coffee industry started with his involvement in the family business, which has been operating for 38 years in coffee brokerage. Currently, Adelso is part of the sales team at Royalty Coffees, where he is responsible for maintaining strong client relationships and meeting their demands. Outside of work, Adelso is an avid sports fan, enjoying American football, basketball, and Formula 1.
Based in the Netherlands, Lonneke supports Royalty’s European operations, managing coffee sample distribution and logistics across the region. She coordinates shipments, oversees timelines, and ensures samples reach partners efficiently and reliably. With an interdisciplinary academic background and ongoing studies in Business Communication and Digital Media, she brings strong organisational skills and clear communication to her role. She enjoys being a key point of contact for customers and has developed a strong interest in the people, stories, and processes behind the global coffee market. Outside of work, Lonneke enjoys reading, writing, drawing, exploring new languages, and discovering new restaurants.
Gabriel leads Royalty’s global social media and external communications, translating the company’s values, coffees, and partnerships into clear and engaging content. With a background in Advertising and Marketing, he views coffee as a powerful connector that brings people together and creates meaningful experiences. In his role, Gabriel focuses on strengthening relationships with partners and clients worldwide by highlighting key information, market advantages, and the unique positioning Royalty brings to the coffee industry. In his free time, he enjoys playing football and watching series, films, and sports.
Based in Brazil, Gabriela supports Royalty’s EU Finance Department, contributing to accounting and financial operations across European markets. She assists with accounts payable and receivable, helping ensure accuracy, transparency, and efficiency across day-to-day financial processes. Detail-oriented and highly committed, Gabriela continues to expand her understanding of the coffee sector and its operational dynamics. In her free time, she enjoys reading, listening to music, and watching films and TV series.
