Eric Rose’s Morning Glass Coffee & Cafe has become a Manoa institution and a gathering place for foodies and coffee lovers. Summit's Ikaika Hussey chats with Eric Rose about how to make great coffee, his influences, and the challenges facing Hawaii businesses. (Edited)

Eric Rose: Focus on the product

Summit, in partnership with American Savings Bank, presents The Exchange, a series of conversations with the people who make Hawaii business happen. For show notes and more information about the businesses featured in this series visit summitzine.com.