This document provides an overview of Starbucks, including its history, mission statements, SWOT analysis, strategies, competition and recommendations. It outlines that Starbucks began in 1971 in Seattle and has grown to over 16,000 stores worldwide, with annual sales of $10 billion as of 2010. The document also presents Starbucks' previous and current mission statements, which focus on being the premier purveyor of high-quality coffee while maintaining principles as the company grows.