Built for Success: The Story of Starbucks

A look at the origins, leaders, growth, and products of Starbucks, the Seattle-based coffee company that was founded in 1971 and today has more than 12,000 outlets around the world.

Part of the Built for Success series

They are names recognized around the world today, but just how did these companies grow into global giants? Creative Education’s popular Built for Success series spotlights flourishing corporations and introduces the leaders who guided them to prominence. Each title surveys the featured company’s complete history, examining its triumphs and failures, products and innovations, and the impact it has had on the lives of people around the globe. An outstanding resource for STEM units on contemporary technology and industry.