Sarah Biggerstaff Bracho

I'm from Catawba County and studied at UNC (Go heels!). I have traveled to several countries in Latin America. My favorite Emerson's drinks are a Dirty Hippie & Slammer.

Boyd Johnson

Born and raised in Hickory, Boyd is pursuing a degree in communications studies at Gardner-Webb University. He has a particular affinity for playing and listening to jazz and electronic music. Both together are good too. His faith is very important to him. He likes to try everything on the menu, but a favorite is the time-tested latte. Hobbies include learning new instruments, photography, and cinematography.

Rachel Hall

Rachel Hall is currently a student at Lenoir Rhyne University and majoring in Graphic Design. She has been with Emerson's since July 2011. She is a big fan of coffee, Jesus, writing music, painting, and just being awesome.

Ashley Stewart

Ashley Stewart's the name, coffee grindin's my thang! I have been a barista for over 7 years and I love it. I have a 3-yr-old named Caleb and am currently a nursing student at CVCC. S0... do you want whipped cream on that?

Ryan Lutz

I'm 27 years old. I have been in the coffee shop on and off for 10 years. I was born and raised in Startown, NC, attended Fred T. Foard High School and have an associate's degree in Turf Grass Management from CVCC. I enjoy working at Emerson's because I am seeing old friends and making new ones every day.

Rachel Aldrich

Having only recently become a barista, her love for delectable coffee drinks started long before her arrival at Emerson's. Coming from Maryland, Rachel finds herself studying history at Lenoir Rhyne University and so became folded into the arms of the Emerson's Coffee family. At age 21 she will graduate from LRU in May and until her future is unveiled she plans to stay and continue to create drinks for the public of Hickory, NC.

Amber Cook

Hi I'm Amber. I was born in Winston-Salem, but have spent the majority of my life in Hickory. I've been married to my high school sweetheart for almost 5 years. We live in Granite Falls, with our 2 dogs and cat, who think she's a dog. I have an amazing 11 year old step-son who is growing up way too fast. He lives with us during school breaks and summers. This April my husband and I will welcome our first child, Bryce, into the family. We can't wait!!!

Josh Lanier

What's up! I'm Josh. Besides working at Emerson's Coffee I play and write music. Working in various music ministries, I travel often. Elishah is the ministry I mainly work in. Visit us at www.ElishahBand.com. I enjoy working here at Emerson's Coffee so come see me.

www.ElishahBand.com

Trent Safrit

Trent is a student at ECU who works for Emerson's seasonally for over 3 years. He is an avid Vikings fan. His favorite part of working at Emerson's as a barista is all the free coffee and meeting and talking with all the mall customers.

Alyssa Horrocks

Alyssa moved to Asheville from Raleigh to attend UNCA where she pursues a classics major with a concentration Greek and Latin. She is strongly attached to two crazy roommates, classical piano, and a car that usually doesn't do what it's supposed to. Her favorite Emerson's drink is anything caffeinated!

Jason Mclaughlin

Originally from Illinois, Jason now resides in Asheville. He's been a barista for two years and loved every minute of it. When not servin' up slammers or layin' down lattes he's usually hiking, biking, reading, or cooking. He loves foamy lattes and chocolate, peanut butter, banana frappes. He aspires to go back to school for a second degree and dreams of traveling around the world. 

Brent Rawls

Brent has lived in Asheville for two years now, and loves every minute of it. He's always glad to trade favorite musicians, favorite recipes, and gardening tips with any customer who can spare the time to chat. His coffee of choice is any medium roast: cream, no sugar.