The personnel move is part of an overall structural leadership change at the Seattle-based coffee chain

Starbucks confirmed that the program — which has been in beta mode for 15 months — will sunset on March 31

Jeremy Vitaro has experience leading development at Little Caesars, as well as Dunkin’ Brands U.S. and international.

Tanner has put a leadership team into place while moving into a founder role, but she continues to work to ensure her original vision — making people feel special — continues throughout the restaurant system as it grows.

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