Starbucks Corporation Is A Leading American Multinational Chain Of Coffeehouses And Roastery Reservesheadquartered In Seattlewashingtonfounded In 1971Starbucks Started As A Specialty Coffee Bean Retailer At Pike Place Marketunder The Leadership Of Howard Schultzwho Joined In 1982The Company Expanded Significantly And Transformed Into A Global Coffeehouse Brand As Of 2024Starbucks Operates Over 40 199 Locations Across 87 Countriesemploying Approximately 361 000 Peoplethe Company Offers A Wide Range Of Beveragesincluding Espresso Based Drinkscold Brewsand Seasonal Specialtiesalongside Food Options Like Pastriessandwichesand Saladsstarbucks Also Provides Retail Products Such As Whole Bean Coffee And Branded Merchandisedigital Services Include Mobile Ordering And A Loyalty Rewards Programthe Company Emphasizes Community And Connectioncatering To Diverse Customer Preferences With A Focus On Sustainability And Ethical Sourcing
