Howard Schultz
Businessman and Starbucks CEO
Born
July 19th, 1953
71 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A businessman and author, played a significant role in transforming the coffee shop experience in the United States. Joined Starbucks in 1982 as the Director of Retail Operations and Marketing, later acquiring the company and expanding it into a global brand. Under leadership, Starbucks grew from a small chain to an international coffeehouse company. Authored books discussing business practices and social issues, including 'Pour Your Heart Into It' and 'From the Ground Up'. Focused on creating a strong company culture prioritizing employee benefits, customer experience, and social responsibility.
Expanded Starbucks to over 30,000 locations
Introduced innovative employee benefits
Wrote 'Pour Your Heart Into It'
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