Starbucks is a global coffee company founded in 1971 in Seattle, Washington. It now has over 16,000 locations around the world serving coffee, food and other beverages. Starbucks aims to establish itself as the most recognized brand worldwide through expanding internationally, developing new products, and maintaining a people-focused company culture. Some of its strategies for growth include expanding into new global markets, diversifying its product portfolio, and pursuing strategic partnerships. Starbucks faces competition from other coffee chains and must adapt to local tastes in different regions to succeed internationally.