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In the face of these significant challenges, Starbucks appointed Brian Niccol, previously of Chipotle, as its new CEO. As the third CEO in three years, Niccol's leadership represents a potential turning point for the company. His tenure at Chipotle was marked by rejuvenating the brand following a crisis, which instills hope that he may similarly revitalize Starbucks.
Niccol’s commitment to restoring the welcoming atmosphere of the Starbucks coffeehouse experience centers on focusing on quality service and crafted beverages. The task ahead will not be easy, as Starbucks confronts a plethora of challenges in scaling back its identity from a primarily to-go operation to a community hub.