Starbucks' success brewed with a commitment to humanity

Starbucks is a worldwide brand, but its success rests on more than a cup of coffee. Cliff Burrows is group president of U.S., Americas and Teavana, addressed the October luncheon meeting of the Economic Club of Phoenix about how the company’s commitment to its employees and society — including its partnership with ASU on the Starbucks College Achievement Plan.

Starbucks Inc. is a worldwide brand, but its success rests on more than that iconic cup of coffee. Cliff Burrows is group president of U.S., Americas, and Teavana. He addressed the October luncheon meeting of the Economic Club of Phoenix about the company’s commitment to its employees and society — including the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, an education partnership with Arizona State University.

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