{"id":18437,"date":"2024-01-10T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-10T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-03-04T09:46:46","modified_gmt":"2025-03-04T17:46:46","slug":"photo-essay-starbucks-ceo-laxman-narasimhan-comes-home-to-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/historias.starbucks.com\/en-es\/stories\/2024\/photo-essay-starbucks-ceo-laxman-narasimhan-comes-home-to-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Photo Essay: Starbucks CEO Laxman Narasimhan Comes Home to India"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"sbx-page-header-featured alignfull has-large-flow-space requires-no-top-page-spacing\">\n\t<div class=\"sbx-page-header-featured__inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"sbx-page-header-featured__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sbx-page-header-featured__top-meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/historias.starbucks.com\/en-es\/stories\/news\/\" 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The two-city visit was especially personal, as Narasimhan was raised in Pune and spent several years working in Mumbai (Bombay) before moving abroad.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<div\n\tclass=\"sbux-media-with-text has-image-position-end wp-block-sbux-media-with-text\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"sbux-media-with-text__media\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"sbux-media-with-text__content content-flow\">\n\t\t<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cMy home country is so important not only for me, but for our company.\u201d<\/p><\/body>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In partnership with India-based Tata Starbucks Private Limited, Starbucks currently operates 390 stores in 54 cities across the country and employs nearly 4,300 partners (employees), with plans to open 1,000 stores by 2028 \u2013 the equivalent of one store opening every three days. Reflecting on that upward trend, Narasimhan \u2013 who goes by Laks for short \u2013 delivered a strong message to partners (employees) throughout his time in country:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p><em>\u201cIndia is at a major inflection point and ready for take-off \u2013 it\u2019s already taking off. You have painstakingly built a brand over the last 11 years. I see you; the enthusiasm, the energy you have. I know you want it for yourself. That&#8217;s what you want. And if you want that, I&#8217;m here to ensure that you get that.\u201d <\/em>&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n<body><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h4\"><strong>A Vision for Starbucks in India with Coffee and Partners at the Core<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On hand to announce the opening of 1,000 additional stores throughout India over the next four years, Laks reinforced Starbucks ambition to reach new customers in innovative ways, wherever they are. Future store formats will continue to celebrate inclusion and diversity, while also emphasizing third place experiences that foster meaningful human connections over coffee. As part of Starbucks promise to be a bridge to a better future for our partners, the opening of nearly twice as many new stores in country will also mean unprecedented opportunities for them to receive career advancement and development. \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<div data-version=\"2022.04.12.002\" class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 wp-block-gallery-1\"><figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignfull has-nested-images columns-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"188809\" src=\"https:\/\/stories.starbucks.com\/uploads\/2024\/01\/SBX20240109-Laks-visit-to-India-Photo-Essay-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-188809\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"188793\" src=\"https:\/\/stories.starbucks.com\/uploads\/2024\/01\/SBX20240109-Laks-visit-to-India-Photo-Essay-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-188793\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"188813\" src=\"https:\/\/stories.starbucks.com\/uploads\/2024\/01\/SBX20240109-Laks-visit-to-India-Photo-Essay-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-188813\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The energy and enthusiasm for these initiatives was evident nearly everywhere Laks traveled, including Mumbai where he engaged with dozens of store partners and helped announce the winners of this year\u2019s Starbucks Coffee Championship. A young barista named Madhav took home the trophy for his region. He says he joined the company a few years ago during a troubling time in his life \u2013 and grew to love the culture, his customers and his team. \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWhen I saw [Laks] go behind the bar \u2013 that\u2019s when the term \u2018partner\u2019 came alive. He was working with us and knew what we were doing,\u201d Madhav shared while proudly donning the black apron of a coffee master. Not only did he work alongside Laks making drinks for others, but he also gave the CEO some tips he has learned over time for steaming better milk. \u201cThat was an experience I will always cherish.\u201d \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During a partner open forum, Laks discussed the back story and principles of <a href=\"https:\/\/stories.starbucks.com\/mission\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"is-external-link\" aria-describedby=\"external-link-description\">Starbucks updated mission, values and promises<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 13 13\" width=\"13\">\n\t<path d=\"M13 .43v3.9a.43.43 0 1 1-.87 0V1.48l-6.19 6.2a.43.43 0 0 1-.61 0 .43.43 0 0 1 0-.62l6.2-6.2H8.66a.43.43 0 1 1 0-.86h3.9c.24 0 .43.2.43.43ZM11.27 11.7V6.5a.43.43 0 1 0-.87 0v5.2c0 .24-.2.43-.43.43H1.3a.43.43 0 0 1-.43-.43V3.03c0-.24.2-.43.43-.43h5.2a.43.43 0 1 0 0-.87H1.3c-.72 0-1.3.59-1.3 1.3v8.67c0 .72.58 1.3 1.3 1.3h8.67c.71 0 1.3-.58 1.3-1.3Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n<\/svg><\/a>. He also shared memories of growing up in India and his journey from a curious child who loved the game of cricket \u2013 India\u2019s favorite sport \u2013 to his humble beginning decades later at Starbucks, where the veteran executive immersed himself in store culture and trained to be a barista for six months before succeeding former CEO Howard Schultz. For him, the process of earning his green apron in the field and being trained by retail partners of many backgrounds was a grounding and pivotal experience that set him up for the chief executive position he holds today based at the Starbucks Support Center in Seattle.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At a time when the world feels so divided and in conflict, Narasimhan believes Starbucks can provide people with places to come together, to connect and to find common ground while also feeling a sense of belonging and joy. In fact, after touching down in India after a long flight and stepping inside a Starbucks away from crowded streets, he noted that it was the partners in the green aprons who grounded him and brought him into the present.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/stories.starbucks.com\/uploads\/2024\/01\/day4_JWD_19.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-190525\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWhen someone who feels disconnected comes into the store and a partner asks their name and how they can help, it feels great. It starts with a name,\u201d he told the forum audience. \u201cIt\u2019s a little overwhelming to say it&#8217;s great to feel back at home. So, thank you for having me.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fielding questions from partners about the path forward, Laks focused on the importance of reinvigorating company culture and doubled down on his promise to be a partner-centered leader with high ambitions. He referred frequently to the company\u2019s recently unveiled <a href=\"https:\/\/stories.starbucks.com\/press\/2023\/starbucks-announces-triple-shot-reinvention-strategy-with-multiple-paths-for-long-term-growth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"is-external-link\" aria-describedby=\"external-link-description\">Triple Shot Reinvention strategy<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"13\" viewBox=\"0 0 13 13\" width=\"13\">\n\t<path d=\"M13 .43v3.9a.43.43 0 1 1-.87 0V1.48l-6.19 6.2a.43.43 0 0 1-.61 0 .43.43 0 0 1 0-.62l6.2-6.2H8.66a.43.43 0 1 1 0-.86h3.9c.24 0 .43.2.43.43ZM11.27 11.7V6.5a.43.43 0 1 0-.87 0v5.2c0 .24-.2.43-.43.43H1.3a.43.43 0 0 1-.43-.43V3.03c0-.24.2-.43.43-.43h5.2a.43.43 0 1 0 0-.87H1.3c-.72 0-1.3.59-1.3 1.3v8.67c0 .72.58 1.3 1.3 1.3h8.67c.71 0 1.3-.58 1.3-1.3Z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path>\n<\/svg><\/a>, which means more opportunity than ever for growth in India\u2019s trillion-dollar economy through elevating coffee experiences \u2013 exemplified by the announcement of a second Reserve store to open in market and the forthcoming global release of the locally grown Starbucks Reserve(R) whole bean coffee, Monsooned Malabar. \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cCoffee is the heart of this company, and we must all learn and embrace it,\u201d he said. \u201cThe promise of India is enormous, but for us to accomplish [our goals], we need to be sure we&#8217;re building a business that&#8217;s got great substance, that&#8217;s got a great core to it, and is differentiated. At our best for our customers in India, we uplift the everyday.\u201d \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-h4\"><strong>Remembering Roots, Working Alongside Partners<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h2>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since he began his role as CEO, Laks has committed to working at least one shift as a barista in a Starbucks store every month. It\u2019s a key aspect of his goal to remain close to the field and understand frontline store operations from the highest levels of the company.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<div data-version=\"2022.04.12.002\" class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 wp-block-gallery-2\"><figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignfull has-nested-images columns-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"189097\" src=\"https:\/\/stories.starbucks.com\/uploads\/2024\/01\/SBX20240109-Laks-visit-to-India-Photo-Essay_day2_14.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-189097\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"189125\" src=\"https:\/\/stories.starbucks.com\/uploads\/2024\/01\/SBX20240109-Laks-visit-to-India-Photo-Essay_FSG01837-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-189125\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"189101\" src=\"https:\/\/stories.starbucks.com\/uploads\/2024\/01\/SBX20240109-Laks-visit-to-India-Photo-Essay_day4_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-189101\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India took things to a whole new level.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Mumbai, store leader Sunil reported that Laks \u201cwas checking in with my entire team, with each and every person. He asked us about the store, he joined us for a coffee tasting \u2013 and he talked to partners in Hindi. I was not expecting that. It really touched my heart.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leaders including Michael Conway, group president for Starbucks International and Channel Development, and Emmy Kan, president of Starbucks Asia Pacific, also joined Laks in-store. Together, they watched firsthand as retail partners worked their magic with customers \u2013 displaying pride in their coffee craft through offering tastings and engaging in meaningful conversations.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By the time they reached his hometown of Pune, Laks took the opportunity to go behind the bar of the nearest Starbucks. Wearing his green apron and a localized nametag, he worked alongside partners and interacted with the community that raised him. For some, figuring out this new barista was actually the chief executive of Starbucks inevitably led to requests for photos and autographs. \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cHe had a happy vibe and a smile all the time,\u201d Preeti, a 10-month partner, said of her temporary shift partner. \u201cIt was like talking to an old friend.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A very curious friend.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As he does with every in-store visit, Laks asked many questions of store partners, from business fundamentals and how long they\u2019d worked for Starbucks to their best barista tips and their long-term career goals. There were many high-fives \u2013 and the consistent sound of laughter.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/stories.starbucks.com\/uploads\/2024\/01\/SBX20240109-Laks-visit-to-India-Photo-Essay-9_1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-188897\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dinesh, a store manager and nearly ten-year veteran of Starbucks in India, says customers and partners alike were delighted to see Laks hand off drinks to customers and even speak in their local language, Marathi.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe global CEO of Starbucks is of Indian origin,\u201d he said. \u201cWe are very proud, and he\u2019s a very down-to-earth person. It was a great moment for us. A proud moment for us.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n<body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On his way back to the U.S., Laks shared some of his reflections about the experience as well. He loved seeing up close how partners in India are leveraging the mission of Starbucks and its numerous initiatives with Tata Starbucks Private Limited to build better lives for themselves and their families.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p><em>\u201cThese are critical and important initiatives for our communities and partners and ensure we are keeping our promise of bridging to a better future. We are also proud to play a role in cultivating India\u2019s evolving coffee culture and rich coffee heritage. There are truly limitless opportunities in India. These steps forward are indicators of an exciting future for Starbucks in India. 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