NEW YORK, December 05, 2012 - Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) today reaffirmed its leadership position and growth agenda across its global retail, emerging brands and CPG channels at its biennial Investor Conference.

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"Starbucks business and brand have never been healthier, and as a company we have never been better positioned to execute against our global, multi-channel growth agenda," Starbucks chairman, president and chief executive officer Howard Schultz said at the company's 2012 Investor Conference.Â "Starbucks will have more than 20,000 retail stores on six continents by 2014 and more than 200,000 points of global CPG distribution by 2015. I am personally committed to seeing Starbucks deliver the innovation, execution and elevated customer experience necessary to achieve both these goals and remain one of the world's most trusted and admired consumer brands."

U.S. and China Powering Global Retail Store Expansion

Starbucks regional presidents joined Schultz in outlining the tremendous opportunity that lies ahead as the Company pursues disciplined, profitable growth across its global retail platform.

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Channel Development to Double International Footprint by 2015

In the two years since Starbucks outlined plans to leverage innovation, its global retail store footprint and its social and digital media expertise to drive accelerated growth in the company's consumer packaged goods (CPG) business, Starbucks Channel Development has become the company's second largest operating segment, growing 50 percent to $1.3 billion in revenue in fiscal 2012. Jeff Hansberry, president, Starbucks Channel Development and Emerging Brands, announced that he expected his business to double its international Channel Development footprint by 2015, building on its more than 100,000 points of distribution in 20 countries, and to eventually rival Starbucks retail store portfolio in terms of size and profitability. Hansberry also announced exciting plans to expand the company's My Starbucks Rewards customer loyalty program to enable customers to earn Starbucks stars – redeemable for free beverages and food at Starbucks retail stores – when they purchase Starbucks-branded products in CPG channels. When the expanded program launches in 2013 it will be the first, and most innovative, cross-channel (retail/CPG) customer loyalty program in the world.

Teavana Acquisition to Globally Transform Tea Industry

Starbucks reiterated plans to vault itself into a leadership position of the $40 billion global tea market with its intended acquisition of Teavana, which the company previously announced on November 14, 2012. The company shared for the first time that it plans over time to offer handcrafted TeavanaÂ® tea beverages at Teavana mall and neighborhood stores and eventually at Starbucks stores.Â Once the acquisition is complete, Starbucks and Teavana will together jumpstart the next wave of growth in the tea category, leveraging Starbucks core competencies in handcrafted beverage, real estate and design and integrating these with Teavana's world-class tea authority, merchandising and best-in-class retail store unit economics. Powered by Starbucks existing infrastructure, Starbucks plans to continue to grow and extend Teavana's already-successful 300 mall-based stores as well as add a high-profile neighborhood store concept that will accelerate Teavana's domestic and global footprint.

Digital and Loyalty Platforms Transforming Customer Connections Beyond Retail

Beyond retail store and CPG channel developments, Starbucks described how its digital and loyalty platforms and initiatives are transforming the way it connects with customers, strengthening brand relevance, delivering greater value and convenience to consumers - and producing greater profits for shareholders. Chief digital officer Adam Brotman described how the company's social, web, mobile, loyalty and card assets differentiate Starbucks from any other retailer and combine to directly drive growth across the company's business and around the world. Brotman announced that Starbucks cards are now used in approximately 25 percent of the company's U.S. transactions and that the amount of dollars loaded on Starbucks cards increased by more than 20 percent last year. He also expects the company's mobile payment platform to account for 10 percent of payments in Starbucks U.S. stores by the end of fiscal 2013.

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest-quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com%2F&amp;esheet=50498051&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=9849d9e2ff4d01de1e920348d9804a3a">www.starbucks.com</a>.

This release contains forward-looking statements, including statements relating to certain company initiatives and plans, as well as trends in or expectations regarding, growth in Starbucks global retail, emerging brands and CPG channels, including number of stores, store openings and renovations, CPG distribution points, availability of products in Starbucks stores, the size of the China market, revenues, profit and operating margins, expansion of My Starbucks Rewards loyalty program in the CPG channel, expectations regarding tea and the intended acquisition of Teavana, and Starbucks digital and loyalty platforms. These forward-looking statements are based on currently available operating, financial and competitive information and are subject to a number of significant risks and uncertainties. Actual future results may differ materially depending on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, coffee, dairy and other raw material prices and availability, costs associated with, and the successful execution of, the company's initiatives and plans, the performance by third parties of their agreements with us, the acceptance of the company's products by our customers, fluctuations in U.S. and international economies and currencies, the impact of competition, the effect of legal proceedings, and other risks detailed in the company filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the "Risk Factors" section of Starbucks Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2012. The company assumes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements.

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Starbucks Unveils Accelerated Global Growth Plans

Innovation, operating leverage and global brand relevancy drive growth across retail and CPG channels Opening 3,000+ net new stores inAmericas region by 2017 Channel Development (CPG) to double its international footprint by 2015 China on track to become second-largest market in 2014 Starbucks VIA&reg; Ready Brew, K-Cup&reg; packs and now the Verismo System combine to create the strongest and most complete line-up of premium single-serve options in the global coffee industry Social and digital media, loyalty and mobile payment platforms transforming customer experience and deepening connection to customers around the world Reiterated commitment to leadership position in $40 billion global tea market and reaffirmed intent to acquire Teavana this year Reiterated commitment to profitability in Western Europe

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SEATTLE, November 20, 2012 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) announced that it will host its Biennial Investor Conference on Wednesday, December 5, 2012.

Due to limited capacity, attendance at the event is by invitation only, however a live audio webcast of the conference including slide presentations will be accessible at the following URL: <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=50485705&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=28023fc27c5cf23d27254e0e15213353">http://investor.starbucks.com</a>. The conference is scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. EST and will continue until approximately 1:00 p.m. EST.

A replay of the webcast, along with slide presentations, will be accessible through January 9, 2013, at the following URL: <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=50485705&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;index=2&amp;md5=7794d2fced9f1e951d6cf2fbf2e25f3c">http://investor.starbucks.com</a>.

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Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=50485705&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=3&amp;md5=26c06b8633f93d599753e1628304fce6">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks to Host Biennial Investor Conference

SEATTLE, November 20, 2012 &#8211; Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) announced that it will host its Biennial Investor Conference on Wednesday, December 5, 2012. Due to limited capacity, attendance at the event is by invitation only, however a live audio webcast of the conference including slide presentations will be accessible at the following URL: http://investor.starbucks.com. The conference […]

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SEATTLE, November 15, 2012 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to 25 million shares of the Company's common stock. This authorization is in addition to the 12.1 million shares that remained available at fiscal year-end 2012 for repurchase under an existing authorization. Since the Company's initial share repurchase program was authorized in September of 2001, Starbucks has repurchased a total of 184 million shares at a cost of $5.1 billion under authorized programs through September 30, 2012.

"This additional authorization to repurchase stock reflects the continued strength of Starbucks balance sheet as well as our strong ongoing operating cash flow to both support the global growth in the business and return value to our shareholders through the payment of quarterly dividends and share repurchases," stated Troy Alstead, chief financial officer.

Shares will be repurchased in the open market at times and amounts considered appropriate by the Company based on factors including price and market conditions. Additionally, the Company's Board of Directors has authorized that purchases can be made under Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. A Rule 10b5-1 plan allows Starbucks to repurchase its shares during periods when the Company would normally not be active in the market due to its own internal trading blackout periods. All such purchases must be made according to a predefined plan that is established when the Starbucks plan administrator is not aware of material non-public information about Starbucks.

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=50481218&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=67ff6781ae1ec9465905e8b9830d3dd0">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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SEATTLE, November 15, 2012 &#8211; Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to 25 million shares of the Company&#8217;s common stock. This authorization is in addition to the 12.1 million shares that remained available at fiscal year-end 2012 for repurchase under an existing authorization. Since […]

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Q4 Revenues up 11% to a Record $3.4 Billion Q4 EPS of $0.46; Up 24% After Excluding Non-Routine Gains in Prior Year Strong Traffic Drives 7% US Comparable Store Sales Growth; 6% Global Growth Channel Development Revenue Grows 32% Board Raises Quarterly Cash Dividend 24% on Strength of Business and Outlook

SEATTLE, November 01, 2012 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) today reported financial results for its 13-week fiscal fourth quarter and 52-week fiscal year ended September 30, 2012. When comparing with prior year results, note that fiscal 2011 included non-routine gains related to the sale of corporate real estate and the acquisition of the company’s joint venture operations in Switzerland and Austria. A reconciliation of select FY11 GAAP measures to non-GAAP measures is included at the end of this document.

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Starbucks Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2012 Results

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SEATTLE, October 18, 2012 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) plans to release its fourth quarter and fiscal year end 2012 financial results after the market close on Thursday, November 1, 2012, with a conference call and webcast to follow at 2:00 p.m. PT. The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=50446890&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=f8a46d87e290aaa1da054a8d60b6e86a">http://investor.starbucks.com</a>. A replay of the webcast will be available on the company's website until end of day Friday, November 30, 2012.

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=50446890&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=2&amp;md5=7d6575a65a8a96fb8306a92e364af0b5">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks Announces Q4 and Fiscal Year End 2012 Results Conference Call

SEATTLE, October 18, 2012 &#8211; Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) plans to release its fourth quarter and fiscal year end 2012 financial results after the market close on Thursday, November 1, 2012, with a conference call and webcast to follow at 2:00 p.m. PT. The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be […]

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Oslo/Amsterdam, 27 September 2012 – Today, Starbucks Coffee Company (Nasdaq: SBUX) and Umoe Restaurant Group AS, a leading chain of service establishments in Scandinavia, announce their strategic partnership to open Starbucks stores across the Scandinavian region. The partnership is focused on developing Starbucks stores on the high street while continuing to add stores in airport and railway locations. The announcement demonstrates Starbucks commitment to expansion across Scandinavia, and extension beyond the current travel locations. The first high street stores are expected to open with Umoe in 2013 in Sweden and Norway. Michelle Gass, president, Starbucks Europe, Middle East and Africa: "We are proud to increase our presence in Scandinavia as part of our growth strategy in Europe, Middle East and Africa, and further develop stores where our customers want and expect us to be. For our expansion on the high street in Scandinavia we found a strong partner in Umoe Restaurant Group who services renowned brands in the Scandinavian region and has significant local expertise. Together with our shared commitment to partner (employee) development and exceptional customer service, we look forward to bringing the Starbucks Experience to even more customers in Scandinavia." Karen KvalevÃ¥g, CEO at Umoe Restaurant Group AS: "We believe there is a great opportunity for Starbucks in the Scandinavian region and are privileged to support the company in its growth strategy. Our current focus is the search for passionate baristas and locations to deliver the true Starbucks Experience to our customers. There is an increasing demand for premium coffee throughout this region and we are excited to offer our customers a welcoming environment in which they can enjoy their favorite daily cup of Starbucks coffee."

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Starbucks and Umoe Restaurant Group AS announce strategic partnership for opening stores in Scandinavia

First Scandinavian high street Starbucks locations to be opened in Sweden and Norway

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Earnings per Share Increases 19% to $0.43; Revenues Grow 13% to $3.3 Billion U.S. Comparable Store Sales Grow 7%; Global Grows 6% CPG Revenue Grows 45%, Driven by Increasing Share of Premium Coffee Category Company Lowers Q4 FY12 Earnings Outlook Due to Global Economic Conditions

SEATTLE, July 26, 2012 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) today reported financial results for its 13-week fiscal third quarter ended July 1, 2012.

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Starbucks Reports Record Third Quarter Results

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SEATTLE &amp; AUGUSTA, Ga., July 13, 2012 - Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) today joined civic and elected leaders in Augusta, Georgia, to break ground on its first company-owned manufacturing facility in the world to produce soluble products. The $172 million plant is expected to create 140 high-quality American manufacturing jobs, in addition to hundreds of indirect jobs related to construction, shipping and other supply chain functions.

Once complete in early 2014, the facility will produce products currently manufactured abroad, including Starbucks VIAÂ® Ready Brew as well as the coffee base for FrappuccinoÂ® blended beverages and many of StarbucksÂ® ready-to-drink beverages. The soluble plant will be Starbucks fifth manufacturing facility in the U.S., adding to the company's existing network of four roasting plants which currently employ more than 830 partners (employees) in Kent, Wash., York, Pa., Sandy Run, S.C., and Carson Valley, Nev. Designed to be LEEDÂ® certified, the 180,000 sq. ft. soluble plant will be capable of producing up to 4,000 metric tons per year.

As part of its ongoing commitment to helping communities thrive wherever it does business, the company also announced that it will invest $200,000 in community programs to support Augusta's ongoing efforts. Over the next several months, Starbucks will work with elected leaders and civic organizations, including the Augusta Regional Collaboration Project – a local non-profit development group – as well as others, to identify, develop and support local programs focused on building long-term infrastructure that helps to galvanize a deeper sense of community engagement in Augusta.

"During such challenging economic times, I am thrilled that we are creating jobs and building something special right here in Georgia," said Peter Gibbons, executive vice president, Starbucks Global Supply Chain Operations. "Starbucks has long believed that there is a direct link between our success and the vitality of the communities in which we do business. With access to a skilled labor force, advanced technology, and critical transportation and logistics infrastructure, Augusta is a great example of how building high-tech manufacturing facilities in America makes good business sense while supporting the communities where our customers and partners live and work."

Gibbons was joined at today's groundbreaking by state, local and community leaders essential to the effort including Augusta Mayor Deke Copenhaver and Augusta Economic Development Authority Board Chairman Henry Ingram.

"Georgia is proud to welcome Starbucks to the growing community of global brands that make a home in our state," said Georgia Governor Nathan Deal. "We understand that a company like Starbucks has its pick of places to do business, so we are indeed glad the strength of Georgia's workforce and business environment attracted this manufacturing operation. I am confident today's groundbreaking marks the first of many great milestones as Starbucks grows in Georgia."

Approximately 75 percent of the plant's workforce will be comprised of skilled processing workers, including maintenance and engineering technicians as well as roasting operators, soluble process operators, and packaging operators. The remaining 25 percent will be comprised of management and administrative staff. Plant partners will be offered a competitive compensation and benefits package.

"The direct and indirect jobs Starbucks is bringing will have a near-immediate impact on Augusta," said Mayor Copenhaver. "But Starbucks is bringing more than just jobs. The company is keenly aware of the need for companies and their employees to work towards building stronger communities at all levels. We look forward to working with Starbucks and learning from their long history of community engagement on how to develop sustainable solutions that foster a deep sense of civic duty and service."

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest-quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com%2F&amp;esheet=50340280&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=faa2fa3470460b870dff0f70e5782cc5">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks to Create More Than 140 U.S. Manufacturing Jobs at State-of-the-Art Plant in Georgia

Company announces $200,000 commitment to community engagement programs as it breaks ground on $172 million facility

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SEATTLE, July 12, 2012 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) plans to release its third quarter fiscal year 2012 financial results after the market close on Thursday, July 26, 2012, with a conference call and webcast to follow at 2:00 p.m. PT. The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=50339834&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=ae0f4abad9d0853717f23ebe4cadda1a">http://investor.starbucks.com</a>. A replay of the webcast will be available on the company's website until end of day Friday, August 24, 2012.

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Starbucks Announces Q3 Fiscal Year 2012 Results Conference Call

SEATTLE, July 12, 2012 &#8211; Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) plans to release its third quarter fiscal year 2012 financial results after the market close on Thursday, July 26, 2012, with a conference call and webcast to follow at 2:00 p.m. PT. The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed […]

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SEATTLE, May 31, 2012 - Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced it has appointed renowned community leader Blair Taylor as chief community officer. Taylor currently serves as President and CEO of the Los Angeles Urban League, an affiliate of one of the nation’s leading civil rights organizations.

“At Starbucks annual shareholders meeting in March, I reiterated the company’s long-standing belief that there is a direct relationship between Starbucks success and the strength and vitality of the communities in which we do business,” said Howard Schultz, Starbucks chairman, president and ceo. “As a distinguished community advocate and an accomplished, entrepreneurial leader in the public and private sectors, Blair’s vision, experience and innovative thinking will enhance and elevate our commitment to Starbucks mission and work in the diverse communities we serve. We are honored that Blair is joining Starbucks, particularly at this important time for our company and for the world, and look forward to the meaningful contributions he will make as we pursue new opportunities that use Starbucks scale for good.”

Taylor will report to Schultz and be a member of Starbucks Senior Leadership Team. In this newly created position, he will lead the company’s Community, Government Relations, Diversity and Global Responsibility teams. He will also serve as a member of the Starbucks Foundation Board of Directors.

Taylor is a visionary leader and coalition builder with nearly 25 years of public- and private-sector experience, including deep expertise in education, urban development, business and community empowerment. His previous experience includes working at both PepsiCo and IBM, where he held numerous brand marketing, strategy, and executive sales positions.

“I have always admired the vital role Starbucks plays in the community and its socially responsible approach to doing business, especially in these tough economic times,” said Taylor. “This is the perfect opportunity to combine my community, public and corporate experience at one organization. I am grateful for the privilege to work at such an extraordinary company and look forward to helping Starbucks continue making a meaningful difference in communities around the world.”

Taylor has led the 90-year-old Los Angeles Urban League, which focuses on education, workforce development and community advocacy, since 2005. During this period he is credited with transforming the agency through innovative nation-leading community engagement programs, such as Neighborhoods@Work™, a holistic community reform model coordinating more than 150 public- and private-sector partnerships. Taylor also initiated international relationships in business and government, including leading the country’s first high-level African American delegation to China. Within Taylor’s first few years with the agency, one of the city's most troubled high schools, Crenshaw High, achieved paradigm-shifting outcomes, including a more than 50 percent increase in graduation rates and a nearly 20 percent reduction in dropout rates.

Taylor presently serves on the Board of Trustees for Amherst College, the Board of Councilors for the University of Southern California’s Rossier School of Education, and as an appointee by U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan to the National Assessment Governing Board (NAGB). He has recently served on the Board of the California Charter School Association, and on the Boards of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, the Forum, the Los Angeles Civic Alliance and the KIPP Charter Schools in Los Angeles.

Taylor will be based in Seattle and start his new role at the end of July 2012.

Starbucks is committed to helping communities thrive. Among its most recent initiatives was the company’s second annual Global Month of Service in April 2012, when more than 230,000 hours of service were volunteered by Starbucks partners (employees) and customers in an effort that spanned 34 countries, 2,157 service projects and 1,120 nonprofit organizations. During that month, the Starbucks Foundation also earmarked $4 million, which was directed to 124 U.S. nonprofit organizations by partners and customers who participated in an innovative online voting process.

Other ongoing community engagement initiatives include the opening last fall of the company’s first two “Community Stores” – one in Harlem and one in Crenshaw – from which a portion of each customer transaction is directed to local education and youth development programs. And to address the jobs crisis in America, last November Starbucks and Opportunity Finance Network teamed up to launch Create Jobs for USA - a national campaign designed to help jumpstart the economy with a focus on job creation in many of America’s most underserved communities.

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=50294943&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=facc72cb408a224988f43957da9d9207">www.starbucks.com</a>.

Starbucks Names Blair Taylor Chief Community Officer - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Names Blair Taylor Chief Community Officer

Renowned civic leader to direct community, diversity, government relations and global responsibility efforts

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SEATTLE, May 16, 2012 - Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) today announced several leadership changes to accelerate its innovation and growth. The company announced the following leadership moves as it further strengthens its three-region operating model:

"As we continue to sharpen our focus and strengthen our three-region operating model, local relevancy and speed of decision making are two critical requirements we must deliver so that we can seize opportunities," said Howard Schultz, Starbucks chairman, president and ceo. "We will never rest when it comes to coffee innovation and elevating the overall coffee experience for our customers. The leadership moves we announced today will enable us to more swiftly position ourselves for the exciting opportunities ahead while never losing sight of the fact that we are a global brand with a rich heritage in coffee, long-standing values, and the responsibility to use our scale for good."

Lucy Lee Helm executive vice president, general counsel and secretary Helm has been a partner (employee) at Starbucks for more than 12 years and her appointment as executive vice president, general counsel and secretary comes after serving as interim general counsel since April of 2012. She will lead the Law &amp; Corporate Affairs (L&amp;CA) department, support the Starbucks Board of Directors and serve as a member of the company's senior leadership team. Helm has previously led the Starbucks Litigation &amp; Brand Protection (intellectual property) team, L&amp;CA Operations, Global Business (commercial) team, and Litigation &amp; Employment team. She currently chairs the company's Policy Governance Council and also serves as the executive sponsor of L&amp;CA's pro bono program.Â Helm will report to Schultz.

Arthur Rubinfeld chief creative officer and president, Global Development and Evolution Fresh Retail Rubinfeld will expand his role to chief creative officer and president, Global Development and Evolution Fresh Retail. In addition to continuing to lead strategic store site selection and design, he will be responsible for developing and integrating a dynamic brand experience for Starbucks customers around the world. Rubinfeld, who was responsible for the design of the company's first Evolution Fresh juice store which opened in March in Bellevue, Wash., will also continue to lead the Evolution Fresh retail store strategy. Rubinfeld initially joined Starbucks in 1992, spending ten years growing Starbucks retail presence from 100 stores to 4,000 stores around the world. He returned to Starbucks in 2008 to lead global store development. He will continue to report to Schultz and serve on the company's senior leadership team.

Annie Young-Scrivner executive vice president and president, Starbucks Canada Young-Scrivner has been appointed executive vice president and president, Starbucks Canada – the company's largest market outside the U.S. Starbucks opened its first store outside the U.S. in Canada 25 years ago. She will be based at Starbucks Canada's Toronto Support Center where she will bring over 20 years of innovative marketing experience to this priority market. Young-Scrivner will assume her new role by the end of September – the conclusion of the company's current fiscal year. She will report to Cliff Burrows, president, Americas and U.S.

To be more nimble and locally relevant, Starbucks has moved its marketing and category functions to the regional and market level. As a result, the company will not replace the global chief marketing officer role which Young-Scrivner previously held. However, the company has formed a cross-functional global brand leadership team, led by Vivek Varma, executive vice president, Public Affairs, to deliver regional and channel-specific brand alignment and breakthrough innovation. Additionally, this team will ensure local marketing and category initiatives continue to be grounded in our company mission and values.

As Young-Scrivner focuses on leading and growing the Canadian market, Jeff Hansberry, president, Channel Development, will expand his responsibilities to include Tazo Tea which will join the company's emerging brands portfolio along with Evolution Fresh and Seattle's Best Coffee.

Colin Moore senior vice president, Enterprise Optimization Moore, who currently serves as senior vice president Starbucks Americas and president, Starbucks Canada, will transition to his newly created role as senior vice president, Enterprise Optimization. Over the past ten years, he has led the Canadian team in building Starbucks largest market outside the U.S. In his new role, Moore will report to chief financial officer Troy Alstead where he will have responsibility for driving greater financial value creation as well as economic and operating efficiencies for the company worldwide. He will continue to be based in Toronto.

Craig Russell senior vice president, Global Coffee Russell, who most recently served as senior vice president, U.S. Store Services has been named senior vice president, Global Coffee. This move coincides with the announcement of Dub Hay's retirement next November as senior vice president, Global Coffee Authority after nearly 10 years with Starbucks. In this expanded coffee leadership role, Russell will serve as the company voice and advocate for coffee and its business strategy. The Global Coffee team will continue to deliver a unified focus on coffee and drive innovation across all coffee platforms in addition to partnering with Starbucks Supply Chain Operations and Global Responsibility teams on ethical sourcing practices. All aspects of coffee category, education and engagement will also be led by this team. Russell, an 11-year partner will report to Schultz and join the senior leadership team.

Schultz added, "I cannot overstate what an incredible asset Dub has been to Starbucks as a true force in the industry, whose passion for coffee is only surpassed by his expertise. We wish him the very best in his retirement."

About Starbucks Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=50281353&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=2cb0bc16d1fb4faaf0784ef271671301">www.starbucks.com</a>.

Forward-Looking Statements This release contains forward-looking statements relating to certain leadership changes of Starbucks Corporation, as well as trends in or expectations regarding the effect of leadership changes on the company's strategies, opportunities innovation and growth and the leadership and performance of the persons being appointed to their roles. These forward-looking statements are based on currently available operating, financial and competitive information and are subject to a number of significant risks and uncertainties associated with its business. Actual results may differ materially depending on a variety of factors including, but not limited to: the successful implementation of the announced leadership changes; the ability of the persons appointed to lead and provide results in their new roles; fluctuations in U.S. and international economies and currencies; the impact of competition; coffee, dairy and other raw material prices and availability; costs associated with, and the successful execution of, the company's other initiatives; and other risks detailed in the company filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the "Risk Factors" section of Starbucks Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended OctoberÂ 2, 2011.Â The company assumes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements.

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SEATTLE, May 16, 2012 &#8211; Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) today announced several leadership changes to accelerate its innovation and growth. The company announced the following leadership moves as it further strengthens its three-region operating model: Lucy Lee Helm was named executive vice president, general counsel and secretary Arthur Rubinfeld was named chief creative officer and […]

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SEATTLE, May 02, 2012 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) announced today that Robert M. Gates, former U.S. Secretary of Defense and current chancellor of the College of William &amp; Mary, was elected to the Starbucks Board of Directors. He will serve on the Board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.

"We are honored and humbled to be adding this distinguished American leader to Starbucks Board of Directors," said Howard Schultz, chairman, president and ceo. "Secretary Gates has devoted his life to serving our country and our next generation of leaders and public servants. His unique global perspective and more than four decades of distinguished public service will complement and strengthen our Board as we accelerate our global growth and expand our commitment to the communities where we do business all around the world."

Secretary Gates served in numerous roles in the Executive Branch of the U.S. government for nearly half a century, culminating as Secretary of Defense from 2006 to 2011. He was the first defense secretary to serve under presidents from both political parties – President George W. Bush and President Barack Obama. Upon Secretary Gates' retirement in June 2011, he was presented the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest honor a president can bestow on a civilian.

In September 2011 he was named the 24th chancellor of the College of William &amp; Mary. Secretary Gates also served as president of Texas A&amp;M University between 2002 and 2006. He earned an undergraduate degree in history from the College of William &amp; Mary, a master's degree in history from Indiana University and a doctorate in Russian and Soviet history from Georgetown University.

In addition to the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Secretary Gates is the recipient of numerous other awards and honors, including recognition as one of TIME's Most Influential People in 2007.

"I am deeply honored to have been asked to join Starbucks Board of Directors," said Secretary Gates. "Starbucks is a different kind of company that is recognized around the world not only for its innovative products, customer service and business success, but more importantly for its unwavering commitment to a core set of values that put people and community first. I have Starbucks to thank for keeping me caffeinated through many long days and nights during my years in Washington and couldn't be more proud about the opportunity to play a part in helping the company navigate our increasingly complex world in the years ahead."

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabicacoffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experienceto life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=50261030&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=de41c0c02f10007ea2b9cc8b165b7f2d">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks Appoints Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates to Board of Directors

Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipient adds global perspective and more than 45 years of public service to Board of Directors

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