Zev Siegl

Co-founder of Starbucks Coffee Company

Zev Siegl - Co-founder of Starbucks Coffee Company
Born

April 25th, 1955
69 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Co-founded a coffee company in 1971, which became a global brand. Played a significant role in establishing store concepts and branding strategies. Helped develop the growth trajectory that transformed coffee culture, contributing to the company's expansion across the United States and around the world.

Co-founded Starbucks Coffee Company

Developed initial business strategy for Starbucks

Influenced modern coffeehouse concepts

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