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Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol Faces Criticism for 1,000-Mile Commute on Private Jet



Starbucks' newly-appointed CEO, Brian Niccol, has come under scrutiny for his plan to commute nearly 1,000 miles between his Newport Beach, California home and the company’s Seattle headquarters using a corporate jet. Critics point out the inconsistency between the coffee giant's public stance on sustainability and Niccol's travel arrangements. 


Despite having a primary office in Seattle, Niccol will be allowed to use the company’s aircraft for commuting. While Starbucks defends Niccol's compensation and hybrid work arrangement, environmental and leadership concerns are growing. The backlash highlights ongoing debates over executive privileges, sustainability, and remote work policies in corporate America.





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