MEET OUR TEAM
nisa salmen, she/her - founder, roaster
Nisa founded Hardline in 2018, and she functions as the menu curator and head coffee roaster. She is passionate about running an ethically conscious business with a communal environment. Her favorite part of the job is making lasting connections with her community. Outside of work she can be found reading, roller skating, and traveling!
linus countryman, they/them- manager
Linus joined us as a kitchen manager and event planner in spring 2024. They can be found whipping up delicious bites and bevs behind the bar. Linus boasts a groovy sense of style and a chill attitude that fit right in with our vibe. They enjoy listening to music, hiking the local trails, and sipping on a Saturday Morning Cartoons latte with oat milk.
christina rasmussen, she/her - baker
Christina joined the team in December 2023 as our resident baker, and she is certainly a treat to work with! Bubbly, fun, and a true team player, Christina competes in several sports with Special Olympics and serves as an ambassador for the organization. Her favorite drink is an iced caramel mocha. She loves to tell knock-knock jokes and put a smile on your face.
ezra weiss - barista-in-training
Ezra is our resident cutie pie. He joined the team shortly after the first shop opened in 2019, so he has seen it all! You may catch a glimpse of him helping out around the store and entertaining customers. His favorite drink is either an ice cold lemonade or a hot cocoa. Ezra says he wants everyone to know that he’s super strong and he can run REALLY fast.
alexis courtney, she/her - bar manager
Alexis is our café manager and resident sweetheart. She joined the team in May 2022 and quickly stole our hearts. She loves curling up with a cup of tea and a good book, going on walks at Bacon Creek Park, and spending time with family and friends. Alexis’ favorite drinks are our seasonal specials, the Lemme Tell Ya and Saturday Morning Cartoons.
wyatt hoefer, he/him - barista
Wyatt joined the team in late 2023 as our afternoon aficionado and total personality hire. His kind smile, killer dance moves, and superior sense of style make him a triple threat. When he’s not behind the bar you can find him making art, writing music, or hanging out in nature. His favorite drink (and secret menu addition) is an iced coconut caramel latte with oa
blake walker, he/him - barista, events
Blake joined our team in the spring of 2024 as our mobile unit maestro. He has over a decade of experience in coffee, and boasts the finesse behind the bar to back it up! Blake is full of energy and always keeps us laughing. In his spare time, he creates amazing cross-stitch work and cuddles his diva kitty, Valentina.