SEATTLE (Sept. 27, 2017) – Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) today announced it has entered into an agreement with its long-time strategic partner Maxim’s Caterers Limited – a leading restaurant operator of multiple brands across Asia – to fully license Starbucks operations in Singapore. Under the agreement, Maxim’s Caterers Limited will have the exclusive rights to operate and develop Starbucks stores in Singapore. The move further accelerates Starbucks operations in this important market and aligns with Starbucks growth agenda.

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“We’re pleased to take another step in our ongoing growth aspirations in Asia by transitioning the Singapore business to Maxim’s Caterers Limited, our trusted business partner with a successful track record in delivering the unique Starbucks Experience and developing our iconic brand,” said John Culver, group president, Starbucks International and Channel Development. “Starbucks remains committed to growing in Singapore, an important market where we will build on 20 years of proudly serving customers.”

Starbucks entered Singapore in 1996 with the opening of its first store at Liat Towers, centrally located along the renowned Orchard Road shopping belt. Since then, Starbucks has built the brand by delivering a consistent, authentic in-store experience to more than 130 Starbucks stores today in Singapore.

“Our partnership with Starbucks is 17 years strong and we are proud to deliver the Starbucks Experience to our customers in Hong Kong, Macau, Vietnam and Cambodia today,” says Michael Wu, chairman and managing director of Maxim’s Caterers Limited. “We look forward to leveraging our expertise and deep understanding of the Starbucks brand to welcome Singaporean customers into the stores and earn their trust and respect through the unparalleled service, craft and passion known by customers around the globe.”

The partnership between Starbucks and Maxim’s Caterers Limited started in 2000 in Hong Kong. Currently, there are more than 210 Starbucks stores in Cambodia, Hong Kong, Macau and Vietnam, employing nearly 2,900 partners (employees) across the four key markets.

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Founded in 1956, Maxim’s Caterers Limited (a company incorporated in Hong Kong) is a leading food and beverage company comprised of Chinese, Asian and European restaurants, quick service restaurants, bakery shops, coffee shops, Japanese chain restaurants and institutional catering, while providing a range of festive products, including the award-winning Hong Kong MX Mooncakes. It is the licensee of various renowned brands including Starbucks Coffee, Genki sushi, ippudo and Cheesecake Factory in different territories. Altogether, it has over 1,000 outlets in Hong Kong, Macau, Mainland China, Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand. To learn more about Maxim’s, visit www.maxims.com.hk/en.

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In a single day, the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative™, the nation’s largest employer-led effort to hire opportunity youth, extended job offers to more than 1,000 youth at the D.C. job fair on Sept. 20

Since launching in 2015, the Initiative has hired more than 170,000 youth in communities including Chicago, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Seattle, Dallas, and most recently Washington, D.C.

Coalition to expand its hiring efforts to seventh community in Spring 2018 as it aims to hire 1 million Opportunity Youth across the nation by 2021

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Sept. 27, 2017) – Marking an extraordinary day of action for D.C. area youth and employers, the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative™ – the nation’s largest employer-led effort to hire young Americans ages 16-24 who face barriers to employment and education – hosted its 6th Opportunity Fair in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 20, helping create pathways for nearly 7,000 youth across the region. Working with more than 40 community-based organizations and 35 participating companies, the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative delivered immediate impact by interviewing and extending more than 1,000 on-the-spot job offers at the fair. The ongoing effort expects to hire thousands more youth in the months ahead – fueling a national effort to hire at least one million Opportunity Youth by 2021.

Hiring managers from FedEx, Five Guys, HMSHost, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Safeway, Starbucks, Ulta Beauty, Walgreens, Walmart and more spent the day meeting with candidates. Attendees had an opportunity to practice their interview skills, and meet with hiring managers. Between interview sessions, the young adults also had the opportunity to receive assistance creating a LinkedIn profile, receive connections to local mentorship programs, legal resources, and immigration services. They also had an opportunity to participate in a “Find Your Fit” styling session by Nordstrom and Goodwill and learn how to tie a tie through the Macy’s Power Tie booth, and more.

Community organizations and civic leaders were on hand to encourage the young candidates including D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, D.C. Department of Employment Services Director Odie Donald, Greater Washington Community Foundation, Opportunity Youth Network, Raise DC, the Latin American Youth Center, Goodwill of Greater Washington, Covenant House DC, My Brother’s Keeper DC, the DC ReEngagement Center, Serve DC, and many more. With support from the Schultz Family Foundation, these leaders and organizations will work through a centralized hub designed to connect job ready young people with coalition companies seeking young talent. The effort will build on existing opportunity youth hiring efforts and ensure the initiative is sustained across the region in the long run.

D.C. Opportunity Fair Results, By the Numbers:

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 Young people who did not receive the job offer they were seeking will, after the fair, continue to be provided resources to further their job training and find the support they need to attain employment.

100,000 Opportunities Initiative™ to Host Next Job Fair in Spring 2018

Launched in August 2015, the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative™ is now the largest employer-led coalition focused on hiring opportunity youth. Through a unique alliance of private, public and philanthropic organizations, the Initiative is working to change hiring, retention and advancement strategies. This initiative is also looking to create opportunities for employment, internships, and apprenticeships for young people facing systemic barriers to employment and education. In this way, the coalition is accelerating its national goal to hire one million opportunity youth by 2021, which it set after reaching its original goal of 100,000 hires two years ahead of schedule.

Nationally, youth unemployment still tops 12 percent, disproportionately impacting young people from low-income communities. Building on learnings from the coalition’s hiring fairs across the country, the Initiative is looking to expand both to major metropolitan areas like Atlanta, as well as smaller communities, wherever employment opportunities are needed. The coalition is looking to create galvanizing moments where corporate, non-profit, and municipal governments can come together to improve youth engagement and provide hope for the future. The key criteria the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative uses to select future sites is:

“The results from our D.C. Opportunity Fair, and others like it in Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Seattle, are proof that our efforts are providing real-life opportunities to thousands of young adults who receive job offers on the spot and in the coming months,” said Marie Davis, executive director for the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative.

About the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative™

The 100,000 Opportunities Initiative™ has created the nation’s largest employer-led private sector coalition committed to creating pathways to employment for young people. Companies engaged in the coalition help launch careers for young people who are just entering the workforce, including full- and part-time work, as well as internships, apprenticeships and on-the-job training. Each company is also committed to developing potential in youth who have some work experience but are looking to gain new skills that lead to successful careers. Please visit <a href="https://www.100kopportunities.org/">www.100kOpportunities.org</a>.

In a single day, the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative, the nation’s largest employer-led effort to hire opportunity youth, extended job offers to more than 1,000 youth at the D.C. job fair on Sept. 20.

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Season 2 of the Starbucks original series about real people making a difference in their communities to stream on Amazon Prime Video and made available as a free download on Audible

SEATTLE (Sept. 27, 2017) – Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced the release date for Season 2 of Upstanders, an original series about real people making a difference in their communities. The series will feature written, video and audio stories of ordinary people from across America showing extraordinary courage. On October 10, 2017, in an unprecedented partnership, the series will be available online at www.Starbucks.com/Upstanders and on Amazon Prime Video through the Amazon Video Direct self-publishing service. Audible, the world’s largest seller and producer of downloadable audiobooks and other spoken-word entertainment, will also make the Upstanders stories available as a free audiobook.

Each story in the series will be written and produced by Howard Schultz, Starbucks executive chairman, and Rajiv Chandrasekaran, Starbucks executive producer and a former senior editor of The Washington Post. In addition to being available free online at Starbucks.com/Upstanders, all 11 episodes, including an exclusive full-length documentary of the series, will also be available to millions of Amazon Prime members. Further, actor Michael B. Jordan will narrate Upstanders as an exclusive audiobook, which will be free to listen to on Audible at <a href="https://www.audible.com/search/ref=a_hp_tseft?advsearchKeywords=upstanders&amp;filterby=field-keywords&amp;x=0&amp;y=0">www.audible.com/Upstanders</a>. The audiobook will also include an exclusive introduction written and narrated by Howard Schultz.

“The Upstanders series is all about telling stories of ordinary people who demonstrate extraordinary courage. Rajiv and I hope this series will inspire everyday citizens to give something of themselves in service to others,” said Schultz. “Spreading that message has never been more important than it is today, and we are pleased to be working with content leaders like Amazon and Audible to amplify this powerful movement even further.”

“So much of what makes a great story is in what you hear,” said Audible Chief Content Officer Andy Gaies. “Michael B. Jordan’s beautiful narration brings these inspiring stories to life in an extremely intimate and approachable way. We are delighted that our millions of listeners can now keep the Upstanders series with them wherever they go, and no matter what they are doing. It is sure to enrich and uplift spirits throughout the course of the day.”

Starbucks announced October 10, 2017 as the release date for Season 2 of Upstanders, an original series about real people making a difference in their communities.

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SEATTLE (Sept. 21, 2017) - With the official arrival of fall this Friday (Sept. 22), Starbucks is celebrating the flavors and colors of the season with the debut of new beverages and fun and vibrant cups.

While the annual return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte has long-heralded the change in season for many, this year a second fall flavor is sharing the spotlight Starbucks menus nationwide: the new Starbucks® Maple Pecan Latte.

Inspired by classic fall flavors and the changing leaves of the season, the Starbucks Maple Pecan Latte is a warming blend of signature espresso and steamed milk combined with notes of maple syrup and pecan, and finished with a colorful autumn topping.

“Our espresso shot is the core of our handcrafted beverages,” said Debbie Antonio, from Starbucks Beverage Research and Development team. “The flavors of maple and pecan perfectly balance the inherent sweet and nutty flavors of espresso. The result is a smooth and well-rounded handcrafted beverage that customers can personalize to truly make theirs.

The company has offered variations on this popular flavor over the years including the Maple Macchiato (U.S. and Canada), the Golden Maple Latte (Singapore) and the Maple Pecan Latte (South Korea). The Starbucks® Maple Pecan Latte will be available to customers in the U.S. and Asia, while supplies last.

Starbucks® Dark Mocha Frappuccino Blended Beverage

Customers who savor chocolate year-round can visit Starbucks to celebrate the arrival of the <a href="https://www.starbucks.com/menu/drinks/frappuccino-blended-beverages/dark-mocha-frappuccino-coffee">Starbucks® Dark Mocha Frappuccino</a>, which makes its way onto Starbucks menus nationwide beginning on Friday, September 22. The rich and fudgy blended beverage, combines extra dark cocoa, coffee, milk and ice blended together and topped with whipped cream. The beverage is available at participating Starbucks stores in the U.S. and Canada, while supplies last

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Earlier this year Starbucks bright and colorful Spring Cups were a hit with partners and customers alike. With the arrival of fall, the company is bringing back a limited run of colorful cups, this time with jewel-tones of plum, teal and orange celebrating the fun and vibrancy of the season.

Available in the U.S. and Canada for a limited time, each tall, grande and venti size gets its own vibrant color with white dots and hand-drawn designs including a pie, an owl and of course, a pumpkin.

With the official arrival of fall this Friday (September 22), Starbucks is celebrating the flavors and colors of the season with the debut of new beverages and fun and vibrant cups.

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Registered members immediately receive exclusive benefits under the new program

TOKYO; September 20, 2017 – Starbucks Rewards™, a new loyalty program, launched today (Sept. 20) in Japan which offers members exclusive and personalized benefits. In addition, members can earn stars with each visit toward an e-Ticket that can be redeemed for complimentary food and drinks.

"With more than 5 million moments of connections in our stores each week, we wanted to create a program that makes these moments even more delightful through unique and personalized experiences in and outside of our stores," said Takafumi Minaguchi, ceo, Starbucks Japan. "Starbucks Rewards is about giving our customers more of what they love about their Starbucks experiences and the program in Japan has been designed specifically for our customers here.”

Starbucks Rewards™ is instantly rewarding. When a customer joins the Starbucks Rewards™ program, they will gain immediate access to a set of custom benefits including early access to new products, limited-edition merchandise and exclusive events, sneak-peeks into upcoming promotions and even a special, member-only price on “One More Coffee” purchases on the same day. Members will also begin collecting Stars on all Starbucks® purchases in stores made with their registered Starbucks Cards and with enough stars they will be able to redeem them for rewards such as food, beverages, packaged coffee and more in store. 

To celebrate the launch of Starbucks Rewards™, the company is announcing a “Catch the Magic Stars” campaign and will award more than 55,000 prizes to members within the first month.

It’s easy to join the Starbucks Rewards™ program. Customers can simply download the Starbucks app on iPhone® and Android™ and register for the program through the app or register their Starbucks Card at <a href="http://www.starbucks.co.jp/rewards">www.starbucks.co.jp/rewards</a>.

Starbucks App Redesign Gets More Rewarding

Alongside the launch of the new Starbucks Rewards™ program, customers will notice a sleekly redesigned Starbucks Mobile App for iPhone® and Android™, with exciting updates that make it even easier to track stars earned and to redeem rewards. Additionally, the new digital Starbucks Card feature allows users to instantly receive a digital card and makes joining Starbucks Rewards™ quick and convenient.

The enhanced app experience is designed to be immersive, easy to navigate and seamlessly integrated into one industry-leading digital ecosystem that brings together loyalty, mobile payment, rich content and handy services like store locator and digital gifting.

The Starbucks® Japan App provides a fast and convenient way for customers to pay at the more than 1,200 stores across the country; customers simply scan a barcode linked to their registered Starbucks Card. Customers may register multiple Starbucks Cards onto a single account, consolidate multiple card balances, and even protect their funds - all of which is conveniently done within the Starbucks mobile app. Now, in addition to paying with their phone, members can track stars, redeem rewards and more.

Starbucks Rewards, a new loyalty program, launched in Japan and offers members exclusive and personalized benefits.

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Two New Functional Smoothie Lines Pave the Way for Evolution Fresh to Lead Growing Super-Premium Juice and Premium Functional Beverage Categories

Evolution Fresh Commits to 100 percent Organic by 2019

SEATTLE; Sep. 14, 2017 – Cold-pressed juice trailblazer Evolution Fresh today previewed its 2018 innovations: six new organic smoothies that combine cold-pressed fruit and vegetable juice with probiotics, coconutmilk and other functional ingredients. These new functional smoothies allow for market expansion beyond super-premium juice to include premium functional beverages.

The new Evolution Fresh® Daily Probiotic Smoothies and Complete Smoothies were crafted in response to increased consumer interest in gut health and healthy snacking.[1]

“We know a growing number of people are looking for more from their juice,” said Ryan Ziegelmann, president, Evolution Fresh. “With our expansion into functional beverages, we are putting 24 years of experience to work to authentically expand what cold-pressed, high pressure processed juice can deliver. Our new functional smoothies combine our cold-pressed juices with ingredients with functional benefits like probiotics, fiber and plant-based protein.”

Attendees of the 2017 Natural Products Expo East tradeshow will be among the first to taste the Evolution Fresh® Daily Probiotic Smoothie line, featuring three new organic smoothies, and the Evolution Fresh® Complete Smoothie line, featuring three new organic smoothies. Each new smoothie was crafted to offer “7 Benefits to Help You Thrive” which include: prebiotics and live probiotics, immune health support, digestive health support, protein utilization support, energy, nutrition and plant-based ingredients.[2]

New Evolution Fresh® Daily Probiotic Smoothies

The new organic Daily Probiotic Smoothies from Evolution Fresh combine a coconutmilk base with juice from cold-pressed fruits and vegetables and a day’s worth of probiotics (1 billion CFUs).

Organic Date-licious Greens: A balance of green vegetables with whole leaf spinach and kale, and sweet citrus notes

Organic Banana Date: Sweet banana with creamy vanilla notes and the brightness of citrus

Organic Mango Chai: Ripe mango complemented with a blend of cinnamon, cardamom and spices from brewed Chai

New Evolution Fresh® Complete Smoothies: Probiotics + Protein + Fiber

Evolution Fresh® Complete Smoothies are multifunctional beverages combining great taste with a day’s worth of probiotics (1 billion CFUs) to support digestive wellness, plant-based protein for satiety and fiber for digestion. Evolution Fresh® Complete Smoothies will be debuting in three unique flavors in Summer 2018:

Organic Greens: Sweet and savory green vegetables rounded with a blend of orange, apple and pineapple

Organic Strawberry:Delicious strawberries, tart and sweet, the taste of summer

Organic Banana: A well-rounded balance of classic ripe banana, creamy vanilla and a citrus twist

Commitment to 100 percent Organic by 2019

As Evolution Fresh expands into the functional beverage category, the brand is also doubling down on its mission to source quality produce by announcing a commitment to offering 100 percent organic products by 2019. As Evolution Fresh works with farmers to source organic produce, sustainability will continue to be a focus for the brand. Today, more than 80 percent of the produce used in Evolution Fresh® juices is grown within 400 miles of its 264,000 square-foot juicery in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.

In addition, Evolution Fresh® is debuting a fresh new look that showcases the vibrant spectrum of each juice’s ingredients in transparent bottles. Ingredients are listed on the front of the bottle so customers can see the real quality ingredients they will taste. Evolution Fresh will also be making more of its signature juices available in the 11fl oz size when the new look hits the refrigerated section in February 2018.

Evolution Fresh offers cold-pressed juice and smoothies that provide wholesome and delicious nutrition to consumers. Evolution Fresh takes a different approach to crafting its cold-pressed juice – it presses and squeezes vegetables and fruits, bottles the juice cold and uses high-pressure processing (HPP) to help protect flavors and nutrients. Acquired by Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) in 2011, Starbucks and Evolution Fresh seek to make incredible nutrition widely accessible. To learn more about Evolution Fresh and our cold-pressed difference, please visit <a href="http://www.evolutionfresh.com/">www.EvolutionFresh.com</a>.

[1] Sources: AMG SA Survey, Evolution Fresh: Natural Channel + FDM Shopper Study, July 2016. Question: For what occasions do you buy super premium juice product?

[2] As part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle

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The company produces a first ever cold-pressed espresso shot with patent-pending cold extraction process

Innovation unlocks new ways to introduce a category of cold coffee beverages as part of Starbucks ongoing commitment to target the multi-billion cold coffee market

Starbucks Reserve® Roastery in Seattle will debut a cold-pressed espresso menu serving as a pipeline of innovation for other Starbucks® locations

SEATTLE; September 12, 2017 – Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced the development of a new, patent-pending cold extraction process that produces a concentrated, smooth tasting shot of cold-pressed espresso. The cold-pressed espresso shot will serve as the foundation for a new suite of in-store menu options focused on cold espresso beverages and will debut at the company’s premium, Starbucks Reserve® Roastery in Seattle beginning today. Since opening in December 2014, the Seattle Roastery has served as a pipeline of innovation for Starbucks including the introduction of Nitro Cold Brew which is now available in more than 1,000 stores nationwide and 16 markets globally.

 “From Cold Brew to Starbucks Draft, we have been building a cold coffee platform that not only appeals to our customers, but acknowledges that cold beverages are no longer just seasonal,” said Kevin Johnson, Starbucks president and ceo. “This new technique, which produces a dense shot of cold-pressed espresso, is the next step in our cold coffee journey and the perfect ingredient to design a menu of cold espresso or coffee options. We believe the opportunities are limitless.”

 Designed by Starbucks Research and Development team, the new Aqua Tamp Technology™ uses an ascending flow filtration system that is pressurized by cold water. The inverted process allows for a precise release of flavor characteristics resulting in a dense concentration of cold espresso. In doing so, it allows the release of a sweeter coffee flavor and smooth finish to break through making the cold-pressed espresso extracted the ideal pairing to a variety of cold liquids allowing it to retain the intensity of the espresso flavor. 

 This new breakthrough builds on the company’s ongoing investment in the category of iced beverages. During its 2016 Investor Conference, Starbucks noted that it expects to quadruple the Cold Brew business by 2021 and its overall cold beverage mix to move from over 35 percent in 2013 to nearly 50 percent by 2021. U.S. iced coffee consumption has grown by 75 percent in the past decade and cold brew sales grew 338.9 percent between 2010 and 2015, according to industry experts. *

 Starting today, the Seattle Roastery Cold-Pressed Espresso Menu will include:

Sparkling Cold-Pressed Americano: A shot of cold-pressed espresso poured over sparkling water, served on ice.

Cold-Pressed Americano Exploration Flight: A tasting flight featuring one Cold-Pressed Americano, one traditional Iced Americano, and one Sparkling Cold-Pressed Americano.

Cold-Pressed Ginger Fizz: Crisp, refreshing ginger ale infused with a shot of cold-pressed espresso, poured over barrel-aged vanilla syrup. Finished with grapefruit bitters.

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Starbucks limited-edition Seahawks gift card and cup sleeves are now available in WA stores

Starbucks and the Seattle Seahawks are teaming up for the fifth season to offer something special for the “Legion of Brew” – Seahawks fans who are also Starbucks customers – including limited-edition gift cards and cup sleeves. 

This year’s gift card design was inspired by the Seahawks Super Bowl 50 commemorative edition gold jerseys and references the pattern on a football itself. The co-branded card will be available beginning Sept. 5 in all Starbucks® stores throughout Washington state. Previous editions of the cards have become collector's items. This is the only NFL card offered by Starbucks and requires an initial minimum $15 load which can be used toward purchases in any Starbucks store.

Starbucks is also offering newly designed co-branded cup sleeves at participating Starbucks stores in western Washington, while supplies last. The hot-beverage sleeves come in eight different designs featuring seven players and autographs including Doug Baldwin, Tyler Lockett, Bobby Wagner, Kam Chancellor, Cliff Avril, Michael Bennett and KJ Wright. The eighth design features the “12” jersey to celebrate all Seahawks fans. The sleeves also explain how to access exclusive content through the Seahawks Snapchat channel.

For more than 45 years, Starbucks has had the pleasure of calling Seattle home. Starbucks is proud of its roots and honored to be a part of the community that has been with us from the beginning. Starbucks continues to celebrate the community at its SoDo headquarters, roasting plant in Kent, Starbucks Reserve Roastery and Tasting Room in Seattle, and in stores throughout Western Washington. Starbucks is proud to support local initiatives through partnerships with like-minded local organizations including the University of Washington, Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Sounders FC, Seattle Theatre Group, Seafair, and the Seattle International Film Festival. Learn more at <a href="https://www.starbucks.com/seattle">https://www.starbucks.com/seattle</a>.

For the fifth season, Starbucks and the Seattle Seahawks will offer co-branded, limited-edition gift cards and cup sleeves in Washington state.

Starbucks and the Seattle Seahawks Fuel Fans in Washington

Starbucks and the Seattle Seahawks Fuel Fans across Washington

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SEATTLE (Sept. 6, 2017) – Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) today announced the appointment of Rosalind Brewer as group president and chief operating officer, effective Oct. 2. Brewer, former President and CEO of Sam’s Club and current Starbucks board member, has more than 30 years of management experience and more than 10 years of experience leading multi-national retailers

“Starbucks is a culture-first company focused on performance and Roz is a world class operator and executive who embodies the values of Starbucks. She has been a trusted strategic counselor to me ever since she joined our board of directors, and I deeply value her insight, business acumen, and leadership expertise. Roz is the right leader to help us realize our greatest of ambitions in this next chapter of our journey,” said Kevin Johnson, Starbucks president and ceo. “I am honored that Roz is joining Starbucks in this capacity and playing an important role with an accomplished team of senior leaders that reflects the strength and diversity of our organization.” 

Brewer will report to Johnson and serve as a member of Starbucks senior leadership team. She will also continue to serve on the Starbucks board of directors. As group president and chief operating officer, Brewer will lead the company’s operating businesses across the Americas (Canada, U.S. and Latin America), as well as the global functions of supply chain, product innovation, and store development organizations.

Brewer brings complementary expertise to other senior leaders including Starbucks veterans John Culver, group president, International and Channels, who will lead the businesses in EMEA, China Asia-Pacific, and Channel Development and Cliff Burrows group president, Siren Retail, who leads the development of the Starbucks Roastery, Reserve, and Princi operations. 

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Brewer brings with her extensive insight on large-scale operations and supply chain logistics based on her past senior leadership positions which includes five years with Sam’s Club, the $56 billion members-only warehouse club channel of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., six years in executive roles for Wal-Mart and 22 years at Kimberly-Clark. In addition to her valuable experience in consumer products and distribution. Brewer will also provide vast expertise in product development, product management, innovation, and international operations and distribution.

Brewer earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Spelman College and attended an advanced management program at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

She has repeatedly been recognized as one of the world’s most powerful women, ranking #19 by Fortune (2016) and #57 by Forbes (2016). She also sits on the board of directors for Lockheed Martin Corporation and chairs the Board of Trustees at Spelman.

Brewer will be based at the Starbucks Support Center in Seattle beginning Oct. 2.

Starbucks board member and former Sam’s Club executive to join Starbucks management team and lead the Americas business in addition to operations, product innovation, store development and supply chain.

Starbucks Names Rosalind Brewer Group President and COO

Starbucks Names Rosalind Brewer Group President and Chief Operating Officer

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When a group of Starbucks partners (employees) teamed up to create a fall espresso beverage, launching a nationwide trend that would extend far beyond coffee didn’t factor into the equation.

“Nobody knew back then what it would grow to be,” said Peter Dukes, who was the product manager who <a href="https://news.starbucks.com/news/starbucks-first-pumpkin-spice-latte">led the development of the Pumpkin Spice Latte</a>. "It’s taken on a life of its own.”

More than 14 years later, the “PSL” is an annual tradition for many and today, the original handcrafted beverage makes its official return to Starbucks stores nationwide.

Made with real pumpkin, PSL is the perfect combination of smooth espresso, perfectly steamed milk and warm fall spices including cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and clove. Topped with whipped cream and pumpkin spice topping the beverage has become an icon, symbolizing the arrival of the fall season for Starbucks customers in more than 50 countries around the world.

Since its debut, customers have embraced ways to customize the PSL, oftentimes at the recommendation of their baristas. While some prefer not to mess with a classic, others adjust their milk options, the amount of pumpkin or espresso in their drink or even add “a pump of pumpkin” to their everyday beverage.

In fact, popular customizations led to the addition of a new item to Starbucks menu boards this fall – the Teavana® Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Latte. Both beverages will be available in the U.S. and Canada, while supplies last.

First launched 14 years ago, the Pumpkin Spice Latte is an annual tradition for many and today, the original handcrafted beverage makes its official return to Starbucks stores nationwide.

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Starbucks has earned the top industry honors, for the third time, in recognition of its Unparalleled Partner Investments built on the Core Values of ‘Shared Humanity’

SHANGHAI; August 31, 2017– Starbucks Corporation (Nasdaq: SBUX) announced it has been awarded the Aon Best Employers – China 2017 for the Company’s market-leading employment best-practices in the areas of employee engagement, building a compelling “employer-of-choice” brand, effective leadership and high-performance culture. The Aon Best Employers – China 2017 list has been released by Aon Hewitt, a leading global provider of talent, retirement and health solutions, after a comprehensive study on 113 companies in China. This is the third time Starbucks has received this prestigious industry recognition after winning the award in 2013 and 2015.

Partner-focused Culture Built on the Foundations of “Shared Humanity”

Love, humanity and opportunity are three words that best represent the values and partner-focused culture Starbucks aims to build in China. Calling its employees “partners” reflects Starbucks deep commitment to bring the magic of its core purpose to lead through the lens of humanity, and to share its successes with its partners while consistently exceeding each partner’s expectations.

“I am delighted Starbucks has been recognized again as one of the best employers in China by Aon Hewitt. It is a firm testament to our partner-focused investments, but also a reminder of the responsibilities we have toward our partners as we continue to grow in China,” said Belinda Wong, ceo, Starbucks China. “Starbucks China is an extended family and we stand firm in our commitment to create a welcoming environment where each individual feels a warm sense of belonging. Our aspiration goes beyond any industry recognitions. We want to become a most trusted family member to our 40,000 partners.”

Starbucks not only provides its partner with the opportunity to share in its success by becoming shareholders through the Bean Stock program, it has also invested in benefits, including the housing allowance subsidy for full-time baristas and shift supervisors, and a Career Coffee Break, which aims to recognize, appreciate and honor the hard work put in by long-tenure partners. Earlier this year, Starbucks pioneered the Starbucks China Parent Care Program. It provides the parents of eligible full-time partners with a fully sponsored critical health insurance plan. This industry-leading investment addresses a key concern of thousands of Chinese partners about their financial ability to provide for their parents’ long-term care should a family emergency occur. To date, Starbucks has purchased critical illness insurance for over 12,000 parents of its Chinese partners, among which, seven individuals will be receiving immediate financial assistance to alleviate health care and treatment costs associated with a critical illness.

Career Development Opportunities Amidst Rapid Expansion Plans

Since the opening of the first store in 1999, China has become Starbucks largest and fastest growing international market. Today, Starbucks operates more than 2,800 stores in over 130 cities, with nearly 40,000 partners who proudly wear the green apron. Over the next few years, Starbucks will open more than 500 stores a year and create over 10,000 new employment opportunities in the market. To support this unprecedented growth agenda, Starbucks will need a store manager every 15 hours and high-potential Starbucks store managers will have the opportunity to advance to the role of a district manager every week.

To support Starbucks talent development efforts, the Starbucks China University was established to train new leaders in areas including coffee knowledge, leadership skills and retail management, and equip talented partners to fast-track their careers within the company. In addition, the newly established Partner Contact Center (PCC) WeChat Service aims to enhance the support given to partners in their personal development by addressing personal inquiries, on topics including personal benefits and policies, in a timely manner.

Not Every Decision in Business Is an Economic One 

As Howard Schultz, executive chairman, Starbucks Coffee Company has said, “Not every decision in business is an economic one.” Starbucks early successes in China have been built on the understanding that the value the Company creates for its partners, and the value it creates for its shareholders and customers should take equal priority.

Starbucks it is committed to taking even bolder steps to invest in its partners, find innovative and relevant new ways to elevate the partner experience and to do everything possible to earn the trust and confidence of its partners as it continues to realize its ambitions to operate 5,000 stores in China by 2021.

Starbucks has earned the top industry honors, for the third time, in recognition of its unparalleled partner investments built on the core values of shared humanity.

Starbucks Recognized as Employer of Choice in China

Starbucks Recognized as Employer of Choice in China with Aon Best Employers

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The 100,000 Opportunities Initiative™ – a coalition of more than 50 leading U.S. companies – will host a day-long job and resource fair for Opportunity Youth at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Sept. 20, hundreds of on-the-spot job offers are expected

More than 1,000 guaranteed interviews available with companies like Five Guys, HMSHost, Starbucks, FedEx, Hilton, Ulta Beauty, Walmart and more

The Initiative has helped more than 100,000 youth find jobs in communities like Chicago, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Seattle and Dallas, with a goal to hire one million Opportunity Youth by 2021

Washington, D.C. (August 17, 2017)– An estimated 4.9 million young Americans ages 16-24 are not in school or employed, including nearly 10 percent of young adults in the Washington, D.C., <a href="http://www.measureofamerica.org/youth-disconnection-2017/" target="_parent">area</a>[1]. In response, a coalition of more than 50 top U.S. companies, called the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative™, today announced plans to expand its national youth hiring effort to the nation’s capital. They will launch their work in Washington with a day-long job and resource fair on September 20 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, kicking off a long-term effort to connect local youth to jobs.

Hiring managers from more than 30 of the more than 50 participating companies, including Five Guys, HMSHost, FedEx, Nordstrom, Hilton, Starbucks, Macy’s, Ulta Beauty and Walmart will be at the D.C. Opportunity Fair. Together, they will offer more than 1,000 guaranteed job interviews, make hundreds of on-the-spot job offers, and offer dozens of resources like practice interviews, resume building, workplace styling tips for men and women, assistance creating a LinkedIn profile, connections to local mentorship programs, legal resources, immigration services and more.

"Being involved in the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative job fairs has been such an awesome experience,” said Jerry Murrell, Five Guys President and CEO. “We are even more excited to be a representative in our hometown! With over 50 locations in the metro area as well as our corporate office, we are excited to meet youth in our backyard and bring them into the Five Guys family."

“With our global headquarters and more than 100 of our hotels in the Washington, D.C., area, we are proud to be represented at the 100,000 Opportunities job fairs for the second year running,” said Matthew W. Schuyler, Chief Human Resources Officer, Hilton. “As a business of people serving people, we can’t succeed unless our employees prosper – so we invest a lot in making Hilton a great place to work. From flexible work schedules, to unmatched training and development opportunities, to generous benefits like paid time off to start a family, our first priority is ensuring that our team knows they are at the heart of who we are and what we do.”

“HMSHost remains committed to the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative and we are very excited that this hiring event is happening right here in our hometown region of Washington, D.C.,” said Laura E. FitzRandolph, EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer, HMSHost. “Nearly half of all management associates at HMSHost got their start with us as an hourly associate. This event provides an outstanding opportunity for HMSHost to hire tomorrow’s leaders into our business today.”

The 100,000 Opportunities Initiative™ aims to connect young people who face systemic barriers to employment and education to meaningful part-time and full-time job opportunities and pathways to success. Nationally, youth unemployment still tops 12 percent, disproportionately impacting young people from low-income communities. Building on learnings from the coalition’s similar hiring and resource fairs across the country, the D.C. Opportunity Fair will kick-start a long-term effort in partnership with many of the region’s leading businesses, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, as well as Mayor Muriel Bowser’s administration and other civic leaders, to employ thousands of local youth.

"Through this partnership with the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative, we will be able to equip more young Washingtonians with the skills they need to succeed in DC’s job market, help them find jobs in the community, and get them on pathways to the middle class," said Mayor Bowser. "Connecting our young people to good-paying jobs is critical to setting them up for success and expanding prosperity in DC, and we are proud to support an initiative that works with leaders in the community to open new doors for residents in all eight wards."

In Washington, D.C., the coalition will work alongside the region’s community and civic leaders including the Opportunity Youth Network, Raise DC, the DC Alliance of Youth Advocates, the Latin American Youth Center, Goodwill of Greater Washington, Covenant House DC, My Brother’s Keeper DC, the DC ReEngagement Center, DCPS, Serve DC, Urban Alliance, and many more to build on existing opportunity youth hiring efforts and ensure the initiative is sustained in the long run. After the Opportunity Fair, ongoing training and hiring and support programs, funded by the Schultz Family Foundation, Starbucks and the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative™, will continue in D.C. to help thousands of young people prepare for and secure employment.

"The D.C. Department of Employment Services (DOES) provides an array of world-class employment programs and services to District youth,” said Odie Donald II, Director of the D.C. Department of Employment Services. "We are excited to bring the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative to Washington, D.C. and look forward to giving young Washingtonians the chance to get jobs and obtain the skills they need to compete and succeed in DC's thriving economy."

 “The Greater Washington Community Foundation is thrilled to support the 100,000 Opportunities Initiative’s D.C. Opportunity Fair to expand access to job opportunities for the District’s youth,” said Bruce McNamer, President and CEO of the Greater Washington Community Foundation. “Since 1998, The Community Foundation has partnered with Starbucks to support community-based solutions on issues ranging from youth violence to workforce development. We are proud to join this coalition of local employers, government, and civic leaders who share our commitment to addressing poverty and income inequality by helping youth find pathways to career success.”

"We are excited that the 100 Opportunities Initiative has come to Washington, D.C.,” said Thaddeus Ferber, Vice President of Policy, Forum for Youth Investment. “In addition to supporting local youth, it will give federal policy makers a chance to see firsthand the value of federal programs helping opportunity youth reconnect to school, work and service."