Hobson’s most recent title at Starbucks was lead independent director of its board. Now, Hobson shares in a letter dated Jan. 14 that she is saying goodbye to her longstanding tenure.

Starbucks has announced the retirement of Mellody Hobson, who has served as lead independent director on its board of directors for almost two decades. Hobson joined the US coffee chain board in ...

Chicago business owner Mellody Hobson will step down from her position as lead independent director of Starbucks’ board of directors, the coffee giant said in a statement on its website.

In fact, when lead board director Mellody Hobson announced she would not be standing for reelection a few weeks prior, her letter to Starbucks’ chief legal officer, Brad Lerman, revealed a ...

As part of Starbucks' 33rd Annual Meeting of Shareholders, CEO and Chairman Brian Niccol shared early progress in the company ...

“Brian is a culture carrier who brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving innovation and growth,” Starbucks board chair Mellody Hobson said in a news release.

Chicago business owner Mellody Hobson will step down from her position as lead independent director of Starbucks’ board of directors, the coffee giant said in a statement on its website.