Ukrainian refugee starts coffee business in Camden
Saturday marks two years since the beginning of the Russia-Ukraine war. A new coffee roaster in Camden is providing direct aid to support those in Ukraine.
The Republican Journal: From war to shore
Maksym Isakov is many things. One thing he is not is afraid of a challenge.
Entrepreneur, refugee, husband and father, Isakov answers to them all. He is also a survivor. The 27-year-old Ukrainian has weathered a storm of unfortunate circumstance and emerged with his family, and dreams, intact.
BDN: A Ukrainian coffee roaster is bringing nuanced beans to the midcoast
A year after bombs fell on Maksym Isakov’s Ukrainian community, he launched his coffee roasting business on the midcoast of Maine.
Ukrainian Refugee Rebuilding His Coffee Business in Maine
After partnering with a local entrepreneur and collaborating with a nearby coffee roaster, Isakov has created Kavka Coffee, headquartered in Lincolnville, Maine.