Patrick Burke
Chicago, Illinois, United States
With 45 years of experience, Pat has played a significant role for various companies. From the Burke family business to Ghirardelli Chocolate, Pat has been involved in every step of the confection industry. Since starting Burke Commodity Sourcing in 2000, Pat has focused on sourcing origin cocoa, trading futures, and consulting on cocoa market trends. With the advent of the “Craft Chocolate” revolution, Pat has focused on establishing sustainable practices for “bean-to-bar” chocolate makers.