Starbucks being an extension of peoples home and work. The sense of community, human connection. That appears to be as relevant in Turkey, China, Japan and Spain as it is here in America. And Starbucks I think is creating something for people all over the world that has not existed before.

The evolving social and digital media platforms and highly innovative and relevant payment capabilities are causing seismic changes in consumer behavior and creating equally disruptive opportunities for business.

When we began Starbucks, what I wanted to try to do was to create a set of values, guiding principles, and culture.

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.

I don't have any secret sauce and I'm no smarter than anyone else. I will say I have surrounded myself with unbelievable talent that has made my job easier.

In this ever-changing society, the most powerful and enduring brands are built from the heart.

The entrepreneurial opportunity in America is alive and well.