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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
Business
Maya Yang

Starbucks’ new CEO faces backlash over 1,000-mile commute by private jet

Starbucks cups are pictured on a counter
Starbucks cups are pictured on a counter. Photograph: Carlo Allegri/Reuters

Starbucks’ incoming CEO, Brian Niccol, is facing environmental criticisms following the company’s offer for him to commute from his home in Newport Beach, California, to its headquarters in Seattle via a private jet instead of relocating.

In Starbucks’ offer letter to Niccol, the company said, “During your employment with the company, you will not be required to relocate to the company’s headquarters … You agree to commute from your residence to the company’s headquarters (and engage in other business travel) as is required to perform your duties and responsibilities.”

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