SEATTLE, April 15, 2009 - Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) plans to release its second quarter fiscal year 2009 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 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=5940811&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;index=1">http://investor.starbucks.com</a>. A replay of the webcast will be available on the company's website until Friday, May 29, 2009.

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SEATTLE, April 15, 2009 &#8211; Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) plans to release its second quarter fiscal year 2009 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, April 29, 2009, 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, April 06, 2009 - Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) today named Olden Lee as interim executive vice president, partner resources. He will oversee the strategy for human resources and succeeds Chet Kuchinad who resigned effective today due to a family illness.

"I want to thank Chet for his six years of service, particularly his leadership of partner resources over the last year," said Howard Schultz, chairman, president and ceo. "We wish him well on his future endeavors – both personal and professional."

Lee has been a director on Starbucks Board since 2003. Lee worked for PepsiCo Inc. for 28 years serving in a variety of positions, including senior vice president of human resources for Taco Bell and senior vice president and chief personnel officer of the KFC division. Currently, Lee is founder and principal of Lee Management Consulting, a management consulting firm.

"Starbucks is fortunate to have Olden lead our partner resources strategy as he brings a wealth of experience and valued perspective to the role," added Schultz. "Olden will remain a member of our board as we welcome him to our executive team and he assumes daily leadership operation of the partner resources team. His familiarity with Starbucks will ensure a smooth transition and he will leverage the work already underway."

The search begins immediately to find a permanent leader for the partner resources organization.

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 Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at www.starbucks.com.

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Starbucks Appoints Olden Lee as Interim Executive Vice President, Partner Resources

SEATTLE, April 06, 2009 &#8211; Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) today named Olden Lee as interim executive vice president, partner resources. He will oversee the strategy for human resources and succeeds Chet Kuchinad who resigned effective today due to a family illness. &#8220;I want to thank Chet for his six years of service, particularly his […]

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WHAT: Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew is now available in select Barnes &amp; Noble (Illinois only),Costco and Target locations throughout Illinois and the greater Seattle/Puget Sound areas. The convenient packet of micro-ground beans makes coffee on-the-go a simple and delicious experience. Whether it’s on your next flight, in your office, or for a busy afternoon, customers will never be without a great cup of fresh-brewed coffee again. Made from the highest-quality beans available in the world, Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew is ideal for customers on the go looking to make a great cup of Starbucks® coffee for less than $1 a cup. Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew is 100% naturally roasted instant coffee, with no by-products giving coffee lovers the rich flavor they expect from brewed Starbucks® coffee. WHEN: Wednesday, April 1 marks the first availability of Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew in Illinois Barnes &amp; Noble and Illinois and Seattle area Costco and Target locations. WHERE: Customers can now purchase Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew in greater Seattle/Puget Sound and Chicago/Illinois area Costco locations, Starbucks, Target and Barnes &amp; Noble Cafés (Illinois only) serving Starbucks. To discover where Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew is available near you, or to order online, please visit <a href="http://www.starbucksvia.com/">www.starbucksVIA.com</a>. VISUALS/INTERVIEWS: ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; -x-system-font: none;"> <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; -x-system-font: none;"> Photos &amp; B-roll: Available at <a href="http://news.starbucks.com/">news.starbucks.com</a> and beta tapes are available upon request. ·<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; -x-system-font: none;"> <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; -x-system-font: none;"> Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew tasting: Send a crew for a tasting experience in Cupping Room at Starbucks Support Center with Starbucks coffee experts. PRICING: Make a great cup of Starbucks® coffee for less than $1 a cup. Costco customers can purchase a bundle of 24 packets of Colombia coffee for the suggested retail price of ($15.98) at select Costco locations.

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MEDIA ALERT: Starbucks VIA Ready Brew Launches in Select Costco, Target and Barnes &#038; Noble Locations

New instant coffee now available at select Barnes &amp; Noble, Costco, and Target locations in the greater Seattle/Puget Sound and Illinois areas

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MEDIA ALERT: Starbucks VIA Ready Brew Launches in Select Costco, Target and Barnes & Noble Locations

LONDON; 25th March, 2009 – Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) today celebrates the launch of Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew into select London Starbucks coffeehouses. New research commissioned reveals that Londoners unanimously cite â€˜elevenses' as their favourite coffee moment, with 60% of the capitalcraving a mid-morning coffee. Indeed, this much-loved break is stimulating a sense of community spirit as over a million Londoners*will buoy their mood in 2009 by enjoying â€˜elevenses' and coffee mornings with friends and neighbours. Futurologist and food expert Kevin Gould comments: "It's great to see that â€˜elevenses' are back and booming in the capital, which could define a real change in London society. It appears that, in these uncertain times, we are lifting our mood by reconnecting with the people that really matter over a cup of coffee". The research also reveals that Londoners are an extremely discerning bunch. A third of the capitalcraves better quality instant coffee when away from home, and therefore the pressure is on hosts to provide neighbours, family and friends with a great cup of coffee. Unlike traditional instant coffee, which lacks the essential oils that give coffee its flavour and aroma, Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew is 100% naturally roasted coffee, made with the highest quality arabica coffee beans finely ground to release their fullest flavour. In developing Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew, Starbucks created a proprietary, patent-pending micro-grinding technology to guarantee the quality, freshness and superior taste of Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew. Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew is Shared Planet™ certified - Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ is Starbucks commitment to doing business responsibly. In fact, it has always been dedicated to doing business the right way: it does not buy coffee on the commodity market because Starbucks works with farmers and suppliers directly to ensure its coffee is ethically traded and responsibly grown. Furthermore, it works directly with 185,000 farmers in 18 countries to ensure they receive an equitable price for their coffee, enabling them to strengthen their farms for the future. Starbucks is proud of its role to raise standards in the coffee industry, and looks forward to expanding its work with farmers to enhance coffee quality and the lives of their families and society. Therefore Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew customers can be confident that they too are helping to make a positive difference to coffee growing communities. Darcy Willson-Rymer, managing director, Starbucks UK &amp; Ireland commented: "The arrival of Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew to London is extremely exciting. It took time, effort and dedication to develop the Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew flavour and we believe we've created a way to enjoy the quality and great taste of a freshly brewed Starbucks coffee, in an instant. Consumers have increasingly sophisticated tastes when it comes to coffee and Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew is uncompromising as it delivers the filter coffee taste in an instant format". The Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew ritual is simple. Tear the sachet. Add the contents to a cup, and then add hot (or cold) water. Stir and Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew is ready in an instant. The perfect choice for an impromptu catch up with friends and neighbours. Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew will be available in 32 Starbucks coffeehouses in West London from Wednesday, 25th March. Portioned into single-serve packets, Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew will be packaged in packs of three or twelve and is available in two flavours – bold, nutty Columbia and smooth, rich Italian Roast. The suggested retail price for the UK will be £1.20 for three and £3.95 for twelve, making a great cup of Starbucks coffee for 40 pence or less. *About the survey Survey conducted through YouGov plc. All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc. Total sample size was 2075 adults. Fieldwork was undertaken between 13th-16th February 2009. The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all GB adults (aged 18+).

Give Me A Break - 'Elevenses' Tops London Poll - Starbucks Stories

Give Me A Break &#8211; &#8216;Elevenses&#8217; Tops London Poll

Londoners&rsquo; love of &lsquo;elevenses&rsquo; brings a new sense of community spirit to the capital

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Give Me A Break – ‘Elevenses’ Tops London Poll

Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) and Unilever (NYSE: UN, UL) today unveiled a new super-premium ice cream line inspired by some of consumers' favorite Starbucks® beverages. Created by culinary experts and food developers from both companies, Starbucks® ice cream is made with high-quality, all-natural ingredients, including milk and cream supplied by farmers who pledge not to treat their cows with rBGH.* The line is now rolling into grocers across the U.S., and will be widely available by early spring. Imaginative ingredient combinations are sure to satisfy every palate: â€¢ For the caramel lover – Caramel Macchiato – swirled Coffee and Vanilla ice creams with ribbons of golden caramel â€¢ For the chocolate connoisseur – Mocha Frappuccino® – swirled Coffee and Chocolate ice creams â€¢ For the Starbucks aficionado – Java Chip Frappuccino® – Coffee ice cream with dark chocolaty chunks â€¢ For the purist-at-heart – Coffee – swirled Coffee and Espresso ice creams "Our new ice cream line is an artful adaptation of some of our most popular hand-crafted beverages," said Mary Theisen, director, business development, Starbucks Global Consumer Products. "We're pleased to offer consumers a delicious and indulgent ice cream experience that is unmistakably Starbucks." Consumers can easily recognize Starbucks® ice cream in the freezer aisle, thanks to a clean packaging design that mirrors the iconic white Starbucks® cup. Pints are available at grocers and mass retailers for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $3.99. Java Chip Frappuccino® is also offered in a 3.6 fl. oz. single-serve cup for $1.29 (SRP). Additionally, individually packaged Mocha and Coffee novelty bars are available at convenience stores for $2.49 (SRP). Both flavors feature decadent ice cream inside a luscious coat of milk chocolate. "Starbucks complex coffeehouse flavors are the perfect complement to the rich, high-quality ingredients we use in our super-premium ice cream," said Andy Sztehlo, research &amp; development director, Unilever Ice Cream North America. "We're thrilled to introduce a fresh interpretation of a classic product." Starbucks® ice cream was first introduced in 1996. The new Starbucks® ice cream line is manufactured, marketed and distributed through an exclusive licensing agreement between Starbucks and Unilever, which was announced in September 2008. Unilever also manufactures, markets and distributes Ben &amp; Jerry's®, Breyers®, Good Humor® and other ice cream brands. For further details about Starbucks® ice cream, please visit <a href="http://www.starbucksicecream.com/">www.starbucksicecream.com</a>. * The FDA has said no significant difference has been shown and no test can now distinguish between milk from rBGH-treated and untreated cows. Not all of the suppliers of our other ingredients can promise the milk they use comes from untreated cows.

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Signature Starbucks Beverages Inspire New Super-Premium Ice Cream Line

Blend of Classic Starbucks Flavors and Fine Ingredients Offers Indulgence by the Spoonful

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Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) and Unilever (NYSE: UN, UL) today unveiled a super-premium ice cream line inspired by some of consumers' favorite Starbucks® beverages. Starbucks® ice cream is rolling into grocers nationwide, and will gain significant distribution in convenience stores and other mass retailers by early spring. Created by culinary experts and food developers from both companies, Starbucks® ice cream is made with high-quality, all-natural ingredients. In addition, the farmers who supply its dairy content pledge not to treat their cows with rBGH.* Starbucks® beverage flavors were selected for the line based on their popularity among consumers and their ability to complement the richness of super-premium ice cream. The line's packaging design mirrors that of the iconic Starbucks cup, which is served at more than 11,500 Starbucks stores across the U.S. "We want consumers to enjoy the Starbucks Experience on their terms – in our stores, on the go or at home, through a variety of food and beverage offerings," said John Culver, president, Starbucks Global Consumer Products, Starbucks Foodservice and Seattle's Best Coffee. "We're pleased to introduce the new Starbucks® ice cream line in collaboration with a partner that shares our passion for innovation and our core values." Tapping into its cadre of ice cream experts, Unilever leveraged research and development teams behind brands like Ben &amp; Jerry's®, Breyers® and Good Humor® to produce Starbucks® ice cream. The company is also utilizing its specialized sales force, retailer relationships and deep marketing expertise to support distribution. The launch will be promoted through an integrated marketing campaign that includes Starbucks customer loyalty communications; sampling, point-of-purchase signage and Starbucks kiosks at grocery channels; a comprehensive public relations program with online and offline components; and additional digital engagement via <a href="http://www.starbucksicecream.com/">www.starbucksicecream.com</a>. "We are proud to add Starbucks® ice cream to our portfolio of popular ice cream brands," said John LeBoutiller, Unilever SVP of Foods USA. "This product takes one of life's most enduring pleasures – eating ice cream – and marries it with one of consumers' favorite brands to create an unparalleled experience." Flavors available by the pint at grocers, convenience stores and other mass retailers include: â€¢ Caramel Macchiato – swirled Coffee and Vanilla ice creams with ribbons of golden caramel â€¢ Mocha Frappuccino® – swirled Coffee and Chocolate ice creams â€¢ Java Chip Frappuccino® – Coffee ice cream with dark chocolaty chunks â€¢ Coffee – swirled Coffee and Espresso ice creams Novelty bar flavors offered at convenience stores include: â€¢ Mocha – swirled Coffee and Chocolate ice creams dipped in milk chocolate â€¢ Coffee – Coffee ice cream dipped in milk chocolate In addition, Java Chip Frappuccino® ice cream is available at grocers and other mass retailers in a single-serve cup. Suggested retail pricing is as follows: â€¢ Pints – $3.99 â€¢ Coffee and Mocha novelty bars – $2.49 â€¢ Java Chip Frappuccino® single-serve cup (3.6 f.l. oz.) – $1.29 The new Starbucks® ice cream line is the result of an exclusive licensing agreement between Starbucks and Unilever for the product's manufacturing, marketing and distribution. Announced in September 2008, the relationship leverages Starbucks coffee and beverage expertise and Unilever's industry-leading ice cream innovation. This is not the only collaboration between Starbucks and Unilever; in alliance with PepsiCo, the companies have a licensing agreement for the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of Starbucks super-premium Tazo® Tea ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages in the U.S. and Canada. The original Starbucks® ice cream line was introduced in 1996, at which time it became a leader in the U.S. coffee ice cream category. *The FDA has said no significant difference has been shown and no test can now distinguish between milk from rBGH-treated and untreated cows. Not all of the suppliers of Unilever's other ingredients can promise the milk they use comes from untreated cows.

TRADE RELEASE: New Super-Premium Starbucks Ice Cream Line Debuts - Starbucks Stories

TRADE RELEASE: New Super-Premium Starbucks Ice Cream Line Debuts

Starbucks and Unilever Join Forces to Deliver Indulgent Ice Cream Innovations to Consumers Across the U.S.

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SEATTLE, March 18, 2009 - Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) today held its Annual Meeting of Shareholders in Seattle where Howard Schultz, chairman, president and ceo, outlined the company's strategy to grow for the long term.

"Despite the challenging economic environment, Starbucks is profitable, has a strong balance sheet and generates solid cash from operations," said Schultz. "Our customers' connection with, and trust in the Starbucks brand remains at a high level. We are laser-focused on delivering the finest quality coffee and getting the customer experience right every time."

"We've also been putting our feet into the shoes of our customers and are responding directly to their needs," said Schultz. "Our customers are telling us they want value and quality and we will deliver that in a way that is both meaningful to them and authentic to Starbucks."

During the Annual Meeting, Troy Alstead, executive vice president, chief financial officer and chief administrative officer, underscored the company's strong financial position and outlined a two-fold growth strategy for the company.

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The company is also making strategic investments in key initiatives by:

"Our customers like the changes we've been making, even as the economic environment is impacting the way customers interact with companies and brands," said Schultz. "The health of the company, the continued relevance of the brand and our disciplined go-forward plan make us optimistic about Starbucks future."

As part of the meeting, shareholders re-elected the current board members as well as two new board members, Kevin R. Johnson, chief executive officer of Juniper Networks, Inc.; and Sheryl Sandberg, chief operating officer of Facebook, Inc. to the Starbucks Board of Directors. Both individuals have strong technology backgrounds and bring extensive business strategy and operational execution experience, as well as expertise in managing a high-performance business with a diverse and global workforce.

Shareholders also approved a proposal to allow for a one-time stock option exchange program, which would give eligible partners (employees) a one-time opportunity to exchange certain outstanding underwater stock options for a lesser amount of new options that will be granted with lower exercise prices. The program would be approximately expense-neutral to the company from an accounting perspective.

In 1991, Starbucks adopted a broad-based stock option program that provides annual grants to eligible partners – from baristas to top management – encouraging its partners to act like owners of the business. Members of the company's board of directors and senior leadership would be excluded from participating in the option exchange program.

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 world's premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee. 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=5920381&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1">www.starbucks.com</a>.

Even though the requisite shareholder approval has been obtained, Starbucks may still decide later not to implement the stock option exchange program described above. Starbucks will file a Tender Offer Statement on Schedule TO with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) upon the commencement of the option exchange program. Persons who may be eligible to participate in the option exchange program should read the Tender Offer Statement on Schedule TO, including the offer to exchange and other related materials, when those materials become available because they will contain important information about the option exchange program. Starbucks will deliver the tender offer documents to all eligible partners free of charge when the tender offer commences, and Starbucks shareholders and option holders will be able to obtain these written materials and other documents filed by Starbucks with the SEC free of charge from the SEC's website at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sec.gov&amp;esheet=5920381&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.sec.gov&amp;index=2">www.sec.gov</a>.

Starbucks Details Strategy for Profitable Growth - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Details Strategy for Profitable Growth

Operational and Brand Initiatives Gaining Traction Company Further Refines Focus and Expects Record Free Cash Flow of $500 million in 2009

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<img height="290" alt="" hspace="10" width="200" align="left" vspace="10" src="http://news.starbucks.com/images/10041/HappensEveryDay_USE.jpg" />Starbucks announced today the next title in its book program: Happens Every Day: An All-Too-True Story, by Isabel Gillies, which will be published on March 24, 2009 by Scribner, an imprint of Simon &amp; Schuster, Inc. Gillies, known for her recurring role as Detective Stabler’s wife on Law &amp; Order: Special Victims Unit, has written an extraordinarily candid and compulsively readable memoir about coming to terms with the collapse of her marriage. Featured as Vogue’s “Up Front” in its February 2009 issue, the book will be offered at more than 7,000 Starbucks company-operated locations in the U.S. and bookstores across the U.S. beginning on March 24, 2009. “Isabel has exceptionally bared her soul on the page,” said Susan Moldow, Executive Vice President and Publisher of Scribner. “You cannot read Happens Every Daywithout feeling a sense of identification, even if you have never been in Isabel’s exact situation.” Isabel Gillies had a wonderful life—a handsome, intelligent, loving husband; two glorious toddlers; a beautiful house; the time and place to express all her ebullience, affection, and optimism. Suddenly, that life was over. Her husband, Josiah, announced that he was leaving her and their two sons. Happens Every Dayis Gillies’ raw and urgent account of the events that transpired, and it uncannily reads like an intimate confession from a best friend. “Happens Every Dayis about the end of my first marriage,” said Gillies. “But while I was writing, I found that I had learned something about coping with unexpected crisis, and about loving your life even when it’s falling apart. No matter who you are, where you live, or what you do, everyone has to navigate something sad or challenging. It would be great if this book could help someone else in trouble, even a little bit. I loved writing Happens Every Day, and am so honored that it was chosen to be a Starbucks book.” “Isabel Gillies describes the unexpected demise of her marriage with astonishing candor,” said Nan Graham, Vice President, Editor-in-Chief of Scribner. “She’s heartbroken, she’s livid, she’s fiercely protective of her children–and she manages to be oddly exhilarating. The message she delivers in her instantly engaging voice is that people are resilient. You can start over. That happens every day, too.” “This book provides a real life lesson that we can all relate to,” said Chris Bruzzo, vice president of brand content, Starbucks. “In the most relatable of words, and with a contagious writing style that exudes her wit and sense of humor, Isabel teaches us that some of our worst tragedies are actually moments that can bring about positive change and personal growth.” For additional information about Happens Every Day, please visit <a href="http://www.simonandschuster.com/">www.simonandschuster.com</a>.

About the Author Isabel Gillies, known for her recurring television role as Detective Stabler’s wife in Law &amp; Order: Special Victims Unit and for her cinematic debut in the cult film Metropolitan, graduated from New York University with a BFA in film. She lives in Manhattan with her second husband, her two sons, and her stepdaughter.

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 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://www.starbucks.com">www.starbucks.com</a>

About Scribner Scribner is an imprint of Simon &amp; Schuster, Inc., part of CBS Corporation. Simon &amp; Schuster is a global leader in the field of general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for consumers of all ages, across all printed, electronic and multi-media formats. Its divisions include the Simon &amp; Schuster Adult Publishing Group, Simon &amp; Schuster Children's Publishing, Simon &amp; Schuster Audio, Simon &amp; Schuster Digital, and international companies in Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

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Starbucks Selects &#8220;Happens Every Day&#8221; by Isabel Gillies &#8211; to be Published by Scribner &#8211; as Next Book in Starbucks Book Program

Starbucks announced today the next title in its book program: Happens Every Day: An All-Too-True Story, by Isabel Gillies, which will be published on March 24, 2009 by Scribner, an imprint of Simon &amp; Schuster, Inc.  Gillies, known for her recurring role as Detective Stabler’s wife on Law &amp; Order: Special Victims Unit, has written […]

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Starbucks Selects “Happens Every Day” by Isabel Gillies – to be Published by Scribner – as Next Book in Starbucks Book Program

SEATTLE &amp; SANDY RUN, S.C., February 19, 2009 – Starbucks Coffee Company (Nasdaq: SBUX), the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world, today announced the opening of its state of the art roasting plant located in Calhoun County in central South Carolina. The facility employs 100 full-time Starbucks partners (employees) and supplies coffee to the company's southeastern U.S. stores. The facility is also is an example of the company's global commitment to green design and has been awarded LEED® Silver certification for New Construction by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

"During these challenging economic times, I'm proud we are creating jobs by building something special here in South Carolina," Howard Schultz, Starbucks chairman, president and ceo said. "In this business climate, it's more important than ever that we make the right investments in our business, while making sure we do it in ways that support our business, the communities we work in, the environment and our people."

Schultz was joined at today's ribbon cutting ceremony by state, local and community leaders key to the effort including South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Joe Taylor, Calhoun County Council Chairman David Summers and Mike Briggs, president and ceo of the Central South Carolina Alliance.

"The state of South Carolina is thrilled to welcome Starbucks as the newest major employer in this community," said Secretary Taylor. "This is the kind of corporate investment that will help strengthen our economy for the future by bringing the right kind of jobs and the right kind of companies to our great state."

Using green design components certified by a third-party organization is part of the company's strategy to help achieve the Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ goal to significantly reduce its environmental footprint by 2015. Starbucks invested in a variety of green design elements to help reduce the energy and waste generated by both the construction and operation of the facility. A significant amount – 20 percent – of building materials were from recycled content and over 75 percent of construction waste was recycled. The facility features efficient, state of the art lighting and water fixtures, drought tolerant landscape and a portion of the power used for operations will be green power supplied by wind energy.

"The strength of USGBC has always been the collective strength of our leaders in the building and related industries," said Rick Fedrizzi, president, ceo &amp; founding chair, U.S. Green Building Council. "Given the extraordinary importance of climate protection and the increasing role of the retail industry in that effort, Starbucks demonstrates their leadership not only through their LEED certification of this roasting plant, but their commitment to seek LEED certification for stores across the globe."

Many of the green design elements utilized for the project are also being integrated into the company's other roasting plants and retail stores. Starbucks has committed to LEED certification for all new company-operated stores by the end of 2010, doing so within standard store construction budgets.

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://www.starbucks.com">www.starbucks.com</a>.

The U.S. Green Building Council is a 501c3 nonprofit membership organization whose vision is a sustainable built environment within a generation. Since USGBC's founding in 1993, the Council has grown to more than 18,000 member organizations, a comprehensive family of LEED® green building certification systems, an expansive educational offering, the industry's popular Greenbuild International Conference and Expo (<a href="http://www.greenbuildexpo.org">www.greenbuildexpo.org</a>), and a network of 78 chapters, affiliates, and organizing groups. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.usgbc.org">www.usgbc.org</a>.

Starbucks Opens LEED Certified Coffee Roasting Plant - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Opens LEED Certified Coffee Roasting Plant

Facility Creates 100 Jobs in South Carolina

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MEDIA ADVISORY: Starbucks Opens Leed Certified Coffee Roasting Plant - Starbucks Stories

MEDIA ADVISORY: Starbucks Opens Leed Certified Coffee Roasting Plant

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SEATTLE, February 09, 2009 - Responding to the economic pressures facing its customers, Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) will introduce a selection of pairings each for $3.95 beginning March 3. These pairings will be available all day and provide customers with an average savings of as much as $1.20, and with 100 percent ethically-traded coffee and high quality ingredients, the pairings offer a value beyond price. Starbucks pairings combine a tall, handcrafted CaffÃ¨ Latte or tall, fresh Brewed Coffee with some of its best-selling breakfast items. Two new artisan sandwiches will debut as part of the pairings.

"During these tough times, customers need to know they're making a smart choice when they come to Starbucks," said Michelle Gass, executive vice president of marketing and category, Starbucks Coffee Company. "That they're getting the world's finest coffee, delicious food made with quality ingredients, and an experience they can't get anywhere else."

The coffee pairings will be available beginning March 3, 2009 in Starbucks company-operated stores in the continental U.S. Additionally, as part of the Starbucks™ Shared Planet™ commitment to ethical sourcing, starting this spring, all of Starbucks espresso-based drinks in all Starbucks stores in the U.S. will be made with 100% responsibly grown, ethically traded Starbucks Espresso Roast coffee.

Tall Handcrafted CaffÃ¨ Latte paired with:

Tall Fresh Brewed Coffee paired with:

"Our customers need to know that we are listening to them by making Starbucks an affordable everyday option," Gass said. "Following the introduction of Starbucks Card Rewards, the Treat Receipt and the launch of the Starbucks Gold Card program in 2008, the coffee pairings are the most recent way in which we are providing value to our customers."

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=5891028&amp;lan=en_US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1">www.starbucks.com</a>.

Starbucks Says Hello to a New Day With Pairings at $3.95 - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Says Hello to a New Day With Pairings at $3.95

A Company First: 100% Ethically-Traded Coffee Paired With Favorite Breakfast Items

https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2009/starbucks-says-hello-to-a-new-day-with-pairings-at-3-95/

As part of an ongoing, rigorous evaluation of our global store portfolio, Starbucks announced plans to close approximately 300 additional under-performing company-operated stores in the U.S. and international markets. Approximately 200 of those stores are in the U.S. with the remainder in international markets. We do not at this time have specific details about locations of stores that may be impacted by these announcements. A list will be available once it has been finalized and once all impacted partners have been notified.

Statement regarding recent additional store closures announcement - Starbucks Stories

Statement regarding recent additional store closures announcement

As part of an ongoing, rigorous evaluation of our global store portfolio, Starbucks announced plans to close approximately 300 additional under-performing company-operated stores in the U.S. and international markets. Approximately 200 of those stores are in the U.S. with the remainder in international markets. We do not at this time have specific details about locations […]

https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2009/statement-regarding-recent-additional-store-closures-announcement/

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