Starbucks is in my blood. It is such a part of me that letting it unravel simply was not an option.

Starbucks represents something beyond a cup of coffee.

We have a big opportunity in China. We think the number of stores here can rival the number in North America.

Beverages have to be created. And they're created by looking at what trend is in, say, the fashion industry - what color's hot right now.

When you're surrounded by people who share a passionate commitment around a common purpose, anything is possible.

Success is best when its shared

Good results is not an entitlement. It has to be earned and earned each individual working day via the lens of humility.