The group is a coalition of labor unions, one of which holds a small stake in the Seattle-based coffee chain, and aims to address Starbucks’ union clashes
California’s minimum wage increase goes into effect in April, and some companies are preparing more pricing hikes, while others are looking at retention tactics and automation.
The restaurant company’s customer rush on Nov. 16 as fans line up for the annual reusable red cup giveaway day may be thwarted by planned picketing events nationally
Despite some pushback and “diversity fatigue,” many companies continue to work toward diversity, equity, and inclusion goals to reflect their changing workforce and consumer set.