Our Mob

The greatest opportunity for generational change is in our youth.

Kuppa stems from a long-standing friendship, that has evolved into a collaborative family business. As Kuppa Coffee grows, we hope to make a positive impact and build a community. We're about coffee and family, two of the great things that bring people together.

Meet Our Team ↓

Cian Caton

Managing Director | Community Engagement

Cian Caton grew up in a culturally rich household, with Aborignal heritage from her father and Sri Lankan heritage from her mother.

A true free spirit, Cian is curious and unafraid to venture beyond her comfort zone in search of new ideas and experiences. Known for her vibrant energy, idealism and wearing her heart on her sleeve. Cian can’t help but seek out meaningful conversations and connections with people she meets. She is eager to learn about others and hear their story – especially from those that differ from her own.

A seasoned singer and performer, Cian has sung professionally around Australia and is a regular favourite at venues all over Perth. She has always found a way to pursue and express her creativity, whether it is putting on popular events or presenting a weekly radio show on RTRFM. 

With her extensive knowledge of the music and entertainment scene, combined with over 10 years of experience in office management, accounts and administration, it was inevitable for Cian to pursue something that would tie all of these skills together.

In her role within Kuppa, Cian hopes to focus her skills to bring the community together, tapping into her vast network to enable more opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and ultimately, build a meaningful platform for Indigenous voices to be heard. 

Currently, Cian is also completing a Bachelor of Media & Communications, majoring in Broadcasting.

Cian Caton

Managing Director | Community Engagement

Cian Caton grew up in a culturally rich household, with Aborignal heritage from her father and Sri Lankan heritage from her mother.

A true free spirit, Cian is curious and unafraid to venture beyond her comfort zone in search of new ideas and experiences. Known for her vibrant energy, idealism and wearing her heart on her sleeve. Cian can’t help but seek out meaningful conversations and connections with people she meets. She is eager to learn about others and hear their story – especially from those that differ from her own.

A seasoned singer and performer, Cian has sung professionally around Australia and is a regular favourite at venues all over Perth. She has always found a way to pursue and express her creativity, whether it is putting on popular events or presenting a weekly radio show on RTRFM. 

With her extensive knowledge of the music and entertainment scene, combined with over 10 years of experience in office management, accounts and administration, it was inevitable for Cian to pursue something that would tie all of these skills together.

In her role within Kuppa, Cian hopes to focus her skills to bring the community together, tapping into her vast network to enable more opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and ultimately, build a meaningful platform for Indigenous voices to be heard. 

Currently, Cian is also completing a Bachelor of Media & Communications, majoring in Broadcasting.

Kevin Caton

Co-Founder | Business Development

A Kalkadoon man originally from North Queensland, Kevin went to school in the Northern Territory and now resides in Western Australia. 

As a skilled sportsman, Kevin was drafted to play for Swan Districts in 1984. By 1988, Kevin was recruited to the West Coast Eagles and then went on to represent two more AFL teams, Fitzroy and the Brisbane Bears. 

For the last 30 years, Kevin has been involved in the Indigenous Affairs field, consulting for mining companies, contractors, building companies, and government organisations nationally.

He is an active board member of the Indigenous Player Alliance — a support network for current and past AFL players to build awareness, education and advocacy for indigenous players and their communities.

Today, whether it is through his professional career or personal endeavours, Kevin is committed to providing an avenue for the Indigenous community to continually improve and prosper.

Kevin Caton

Co-Founder | Business Development

A Kalkadoon man originally from North Queensland, Kevin went to school in the Northern Territory and now resides in Western Australia. 

As a skilled sportsman, Kevin was drafted to play for Swan Districts in 1984. By 1988, Kevin was recruited to the West Coast Eagles and then went on to represent two more AFL teams, Fitzroy and the Brisbane Bears. 

For the last 30 years, Kevin has been involved in the Indigenous Affairs field, consulting for mining companies, contractors, building companies, and government organisations nationally.

He is an active board member of the Indigenous Player Alliance — a support network for current and past AFL players to build awareness, education and advocacy for indigenous players and their communities.

Today, whether it is through his professional career or personal endeavours, Kevin is committed to providing an avenue for the Indigenous community to continually improve and prosper.

Ami Appel

Co-Founder & Director | Operations

Ami is Co-Founder and Director of Kuppa Coffee, bringing his passion, expertise and decades of industry knowledge to the team.

An entrepreneur at heart, Ami is passionate both inside and outside of work. Influenced by the strong values of family instilled during his upbringing, Ami aims to always make a positive impact on others where he can. Seeking to help and train those around him to grow into their best selves, not just in their careers but in their livelihood.

With this passion for others along with his knack for finding unique solutions to seemingly impossible challenges, Ami has been able to build successful businesses from the ground up across a wide range of industries  — including projects within publishing and advertising, commercial real estate, corporate supplies and his current venture in the large scale coffee industry.

Ami Appel

Co-Founder & Director | Operations

Ami is Co-Founder and Director of Kuppa Coffee, bringing his passion, expertise and decades of industry knowledge to the team.

An entrepreneur at heart, Ami is passionate both inside and outside of work. Influenced by the strong values of family instilled during his upbringing, Ami aims to always make a positive impact on others where he can. Seeking to help and train those around him to grow into their best selves, not just in their careers but in their livelihood.

With this passion for others along with his knack for finding unique solutions to seemingly impossible challenges, Ami has been able to build successful businesses from the ground up across a wide range of industries  — including projects within publishing and advertising, commercial real estate, corporate supplies and his current venture in the large scale coffee industry.