SEATTLE; March 16, 2012 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) will hold its 2012 annual meeting of shareholders on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. PT. The event will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed at http://investor.starbucks.com. A replay of the webcast will be available on the company's website until Wednesday, April 25, 2012.
About Starbucks Corporation
Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at www.starbucks.com.
| Starbucks Contact, Investor Relations: | Starbucks Contact, Media: |
| JoAnn DeGrande | Maggie Jantzen |
| 206-318-7118 | 206-318-7100 |
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