Bill Gates Sr. helped Howard Schultz buy Starbucks in 1987, leading to its massive success. Gates Sr.'s mentorship was crucial for the company's growth.

Howard Schultz, the former chair and CEO of Starbucks, enthusiastically lauded Brian Niccol's turnaround plan for the coffee chain at a company event on Wednesday.

LAS VEGAS. — Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz said Wednesday that he “did a cartwheel” in his living room when current chief executive Brian Niccol first coined his “back to Starbucks ...

Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz made a surprise appearance at the company’s Leadership Experience in Las Vegas.

Schultz said he "did a cartwheel" when current CEO Brian Niccol coined his "back to Starbucks" strategy — a key stamp of approval as the new chief executive tries to turn around the company.