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As Starbucks has grown from a single store to having a global presence, we have worked hard to honor the intent of Starbucks Guiding Principle – to contribute positively to our communities – and to operate each store as if it were our only location. Our approach is based on building lasting, personal relationships with our customers and neighbors and staying in touch with the concerns, issues and desires of our local communities and customers.
As we move into new markets all over the world, we continue to build our brand through the delivery of the Starbucks Experience. Our success at every market that we have entered into reiterates our commitment to become a great, enduring company with the most recognized and respected brand in the world, known for inspiring and nurturing the human spirit.
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Company-Operated Stores
It all started in Seattle's Pike Place Market in 1971. From there, we've grown in numbers but maintained our commitment to being the heart of the neighborhoods where we operate. Our stores are customized to provide a unique Starbucks Experience for our customers and to complement the surrounding community.
Licensed Stores
Licensed stores are Starbucks stores that offer great coffee, tea and customers service; however, they are owned and managed by a licensee. Starbucks enters into licensing arrangements to provide the Starbucks Experience in locations including local department stores, hotels and resorts, college and university campuses, hospitals, casinos, airports, grocery stores and other locations.
Urban Coffee Opportunities
Starbucks and Johnson Development Corporation (JDC) formed Urban Coffee Opportunities, LLC (UCO) in February 1998 to enhance the development of Starbucks retail stores in ethnically diverse, urban and suburban neighborhoods across the United States.
Wireless Internet at Starbucks
There are a number of complimentary and paid Wi-Fi options in Starbucks stores, whether you need to check your email, download files for your next meeting, or just surf the Web in coffeehouse comfort.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi for Starbucks customers When you register your Starbucks Card and use it at least once a month, you'll receive two consecutive hours a day of complimentary Wi-Fi, courtesy of AT&T.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi for AT&T DSL customers AT&Ts more than 12 million DSL customers already qualify for free Wi-Fi at their neighborhood Starbucks.
- Competitive pricing for paid Wi-Fi All other customers can receive two consecutive hours of Wi-Fi access for $3.99.
To learn more about using Wi-Fi at Starbucks, please visit www.starbucks.com/wifi.
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