Jeff Hansberry is president of Starbucks Channel Development. In this role, Jeff leads Starbucks efforts to increase distribution through Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), and growing the company’s retail presence through foodservice, licensing and franchising. He is also president, Seattle’s Best Coffee; building the company’s relationship with current and future customers with a goal of transforming it to a billion dollar brand.

Jeff joined Starbucks in June 2010 as president, Global Consumer Products and Foodservice, leading consumer products business with the introduction of new brands and products to more markets around the world. This includes packaged coffee, ready-to-drink coffee, ice cream, chocolate and Tazo® teas and drinks. In essence, this means he is responsible for extending the Starbucks Experience and taking care of the customer interactions outside of Starbucks stores.

Prior to joining Starbucks, Jeff served as vice president and general manager for E&J Gallo Winery where he was responsible for leading the company’s flagship popular priced brand portfolio. His background also includes 17 years at Procter & Gamble where he held leadership positions in sales, marketing and general management, both in the U.S. and abroad. Jeff is an experienced leader with deep understanding of sales and takes pride in developing high-performing organizations.

Jeff holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Master of Business from the University of Pittsburgh. He is married with two sons.