In many places where coffee is grown, deforestation is a major issue. With Starbucks' position in the marketplace and the respect and relationships we have, we can - and have, in some cases - been able to educate and influence people.

I'm much more concerned about America than the Democratic Party.

I really believe that you cannot use the stock market as a proxy for the economy.

Starbucks represents something beyond a cup of coffee.

Managing and navigating through a financial crisis is no fun at all.

Growing up I always felt like I was living on the other side of the tracks. I knew the people on the other side had more resources, more money, happier families.

Whatever you do, don't play it safe. Don't do things the way they've always been done. Don't try to fit the system. If you do what's expected of you, you'll never accomplish more than others expect.