Starbucks Continues Transformation of U.S. Business

Howard Schultz to retire as director; Starbucks honors Schultz as lifelong Chairman Emeritus, forever inspired by his passion, heart, spirit, and commitment to the power of human connection Elects Wei Zhang to join Board of Directors, bringing more than 20 years of experience in global operations, consumer technology and corporate business development

Brad Lerman brings over three decades of experience in both private and public sector legal and regulatory affairs, global security, and ethics and compliance.

Company leaders are attending a two-day gathering designed to build capability and confidence needed to transform their stores and the partner (employee) experience.