Howard Schultz, Angel Investor

Howard Schultz is Chairman Emeritus of Starbucks, where he led the company for nearly four decades, transforming it into a global brand. He returned as CEO from 2022 to 2023 and previously served as Executive Chairman. Beyond Starbucks, he co‑founded the Schultz Family Foundation, focused on youth employment and veteran support, and Emes Project LLC, advancing social impact initiatives. His career reflects a blend of entrepreneurial leadership and philanthropy, consistently focused on scaling consumer brands while driving community impact. As an investor, Howard has made about 11 investments across consumer, health, and technology sectors. His portfolio includes Wiz, Culture POP Soda, The Cumulus Coffee Company, Promise, Dutchie, Pacaso, Lyra Health, Oatly, and Glossier, highlighting his interest in startups that combine innovation with broad consumer appeal.