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materiality 0.60
Starbucks appoints Mike Grams as COO; CLO Brad Lerman to depart
STARBUCKS CORP
- Mike Grams named COO effective June 4, 2025; oversees global coffeehouse development and supply chain.
- Grams' base salary increased to $900k (from $700k); bonus target raised to 125% of base salary.
- Brad Lerman to step down as evp, chief legal officer; will assist search and stay until successor in place.
- Organizational changes: Global Coffee & Sustainability merged under Global Brand; CTO now reports to CFO.
- CEO Brian Niccol cites need to accelerate 'Back to Starbucks' turnaround with these moves.
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