Starbucks is the largest coffeehouse company in the world with over 20,000 stores globally. It began in 1971 with one store in Seattle. In the late 1980s, Howard Schultz acquired Starbucks and expanded it significantly. Today it generates over $13 billion in annual revenue. Starbucks targets young professionals aged 25-44 who seek a third place between home and work, as well as college students with its stores near campuses. It focuses on quality coffee and customer experience through innovative strategies like rewards programs and free WiFi.