Hi,

Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson has big shoes to fill.

In 2017, he succeeded the company’s charismatic CEO Howard Schultz, who built a regional chain into a global superbrand.

Johnson’s experience as a tech executive at Microsoft and Juniper Networks positions him to usher in a new era at Starbucks — one in which a customer’s digital experience is as important as their brick-and-mortar experience.

With its Deep Brew initiative, Starbucks is at the forefront of harnessing AI and machine learning companywide — from personalizing customer experience on the app and drive-thru screens to streamlining machine maintenance, inventory tracking, and supply chain management.

We’ll ask Johnson how his engineering background informs his strategic vision and leadership style and how the global brand is approaching continued expansion into new markets like China and India.

You can join us May 26-28 for that talk and many more at Code’s new location: The Beverly Hilton and Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills, California.