Who is the EVP of Starbucks?

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Updated 2026-10-20 Data as of 2026-10-20

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Stephen Piacentini has been the Executive Vice President and Chief Coffeehouse Design and Development Officer of Starbucks since 2026 and reports to Brian Niccol. Stephen reached the role after 5 tracked posts, most recently Executive Vice President and Chief Coffeehouse Design and Development Officer at Starbucks. Before that he was vice president of global restaurant development and recruiting at The Wendy's Company from 2019 to 2023, held development roles at Jimmy John's and spent more than 13 years at Taco Bell. Stephen is one of 10 tracked leaders at the company.

Stephen Piacentini profile

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Stephen Piacentini
Executive Vice President and Chief Coffeehouse Design and Development Officer, Starbucks
At Starbucks since April 2026

Stephen Piacentini joined Starbucks in April 2026 as executive vice president and chief coffeehouse design and development officer, leading the design, renovation and growth of its coffeehouse portfolio. He came from Chipotle Mexican Grill, where he had been chief development officer since 2023.

Reports to
Brian Niccol
Email
••••@starbucks.com

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Stephen Piacentini career history

  • Executive Vice President and Chief Coffeehouse Design and Development Officer, StarbucksApril 2026 to present
  • Chief Development Officer, Chipotle Mexican Grill2023 to 2026
  • Vice President, Global Restaurant Development and Recruiting, The Wendy's Company2019 to 2023
  • Development roles, Jimmy John's
  • Development roles, Taco Bell

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Other leaders at Starbucks

LeaderEmailProfile
BNBrian NiccolBrian NiccolChairman and Chief Executive Officer ••••@starbucks.com Profile →
CSCathy SmithExecutive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer ••••@starbucks.com Profile →
MGMike GramsExecutive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer ••••@starbucks.com Profile →
BBBrady BrewerChief Executive Officer, Starbucks International ••••@starbucks.com Profile →
AVAnand VaradarajanExecutive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer ••••@starbucks.com Profile →
TLTressie LiebermanExecutive Vice President and Global Chief Brand Officer ••••@starbucks.com Profile →
SKSara KellyExecutive Vice President and Chief Partner Officer ••••@starbucks.com Profile →
PRPilar RamosExecutive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer ••••@starbucks.com Profile →
SSSanjay ShahExecutive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer ••••@starbucks.com Profile →

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Who is Stephen Piacentini?

Stephen Piacentini is the Executive Vice President and Chief Coffeehouse Design and Development Officer of Starbucks (as of 2026-10-20). At Starbucks since April 2026. You can see their background and career history above.

What is Stephen Piacentini's background?

Stephen Piacentini joined Starbucks in April 2026 as executive vice president and chief coffeehouse design and development officer, leading the design, renovation and growth of its coffeehouse portfolio. He came from Chipotle Mexican Grill, where he had been chief development officer since 2023. Before that he was vice president of global restaurant development and recruiting at The Wendy's Company from 2019 to 2023, held development roles at Jimmy John's and spent more than 13 years at Taco Bell.

How can I contact Stephen Piacentini at Starbucks?

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Who does Stephen Piacentini report to?

Stephen Piacentini reports to Brian Niccol. See the full org chart on the Starbucks executives page.