Strategic Leadership
Proven track record of leading transformational change in global organizations
Founder / Starbucks
Howard Schultz is the founder and chairman emeritus of Starbucks, who transformed the company from a small Seattle coffee bean retailer into a global coffeehouse empire. Born in Brooklyn and rising from a working-class background, he served as CEO and chairman of Starbucks from 1986 to 2018, building one of America's most recognizable brands. He is also an author and co-founder of the Schultz Family Foundation, dedicated to creating opportunities for people and communities.
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Chief Executive Officer And Board Member
Executive Chairman
Chairman And Chief Executive Officer
Chairman
Co-Founder
Bachelor's Degree
High School Diploma
Proven track record of leading transformational change in global organizations
Expert in creating and scaling iconic consumer brands with lasting cultural impact
Successfully executed one of business history's most remarkable corporate transformations
Pioneer in retail digital transformation and customer experience technologies
Howard Schultz has been recognized as one of the most influential business leaders of his generation, transforming not only Starbucks but also setting new standards for corporate social responsibility and employee treatment in the retail industry.