Form DEFA14A - Additional definitive proxy soliciting materials and Rule 14(a)(12) material
21 February 2024 - 9:01AM
Edgar (US Regulatory)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C.
20549
SCHEDULE 14A
Proxy Statement Pursuant to
Section 14(a) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
(Amendment No. )
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CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX: |
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Preliminary Proxy Statement |
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Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) |
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Definitive Proxy Statement |
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Definitive Additional Materials |
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Soliciting Material under §240.14a-12 |
STARBUCKS CORPORATION
(Name of Registrant as Specified In Its Charter)
(Name
of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant)
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PAYMENT OF FILING FEE (CHECK ALL BOXES THAT APPLY): |
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No fee required |
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Fees paid previously with preliminary materials |
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Fee computed on table in exhibit required by Item 25(b) per Exchange Act Rules 14a-6(i)(1) |
The following are advertisements by Starbucks appearing on LinkedIn
and various news websites beginning on February 20, 2024.
Starbucks 2.639.681 followers Promoted Starbucks and its Board have delivered significant value for shareholders while creating
opportunities for its partners. See important non-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z vote.starbucks.com
Starbucks 2.639.681 followers Promoted Your vote at the upcoming Annual Meeting will impact the strength and effectiveness of the
Starbucks Board of Directors. See important non-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z Starbucks Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Starbucks 2.639.681 followers Promoted Your vote at the upcoming Annual Meeting will impact the strength and effectiveness
of the Starbucks Board of Directors. See important non-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z Starbucks Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Starbucks W 2,639,681 followers Promoted Your vote at the upcoming Annual Meeting will impact the strength and effectiveness of
the Starbucks Board of Directors. See important no n-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z Starbucks Annual Meeting of Shareholders ( Learn more )
Starbucks 2.639.681 followers Promoted Your vote at the upcoming Annual Meeting will impact the strength and effectiveness of the
Starbucks Board of Directors. See important non-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z Starbucks Annual Meeting of Shareholders ( Learn more )
Starbucks 2,639,681 followers Promoted Your vote at the upcoming Annual Meeting will impact the strength and effectiveness of the
Starbucks Board of Directors. See important no n-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd .in/dHr_tC7Z Starbucks Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Starbucks 2.639.681 followers Promoted Starbucks is defined by the passion of our [partners & the moments of connection
they create. Thats why we promise them a bridge to a better future. See important non-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z Investing in the partner experience
Starbucks 2,639.681 followers Promoted Starbucks is defined by the passion of our [partners & the moments of connection
they create. Thats why we promise them a bridge to a better future. See important non-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z Investing in the partner experience
Starbucks 2,639.681 followers Promoted Starbucks is defined by the passion of our partners & the moments of connection
they create. Thats why we promise them a bridge to a better future. See important non-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https:// lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z Investing in the partner experience
Starbucks 2,639.681 followers Promoted Starbucks is defined by the passion of our partners & the moments of connection
they create. Thats why we promise them a bridge to a better future. See important non-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z Investing in the partner experience
Starbucks 2,639.681 followers Promoted Starbucks is defined by the passion of our partners & the moments of connection
they create. Thats why we promise them a bridge to a better future. See important non-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z Investing in the partner experience
Starbucks 2,639,681 followers Promoted Starbucks is defined by the passion of our partners & the moments of connection
they create. Thats why we promise them a bridge to a better future. See important non-GAAP and other solicitation information here: https://lnkd.in/dHr_tC7Z Investing in the partner experience
The Starbucks Board has the right experience to deliver long-term value to all, including partners. To learn more and see important non-GAAP and other solicitation information: VOTE.STARBUCKS.COM
Forward-Looking Statements
This communication contains forward-looking statements about future events and circumstances. Generally speaking, any statement not based upon historical fact
is a forward-looking statement. In particular, statements regarding Starbucks Corporation (Starbucks) plans, strategies, prospects, and expectations regarding its business and industry are forward-looking statements. They reflect
Starbucks expectations, are not guarantees of performance, and speak only as of the date hereof. Except as required by law, Starbucks does not undertake to update such forward-looking statements. You should not rely unduly on forward-looking
statements. Starbucks business results are subject to a variety of risks, including those that are described in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended October 1, 2023 and subsequent
filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC).
Important Shareholder Information
Starbucks filed a definitive proxy statement and a white proxy card with the SEC in connection with its solicitation of proxies for its 2024 Annual Meeting.
STARBUCKS SHAREHOLDERS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO READ THE DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT, THE ACCOMPANYING WHITE PROXY CARD, AND ANY AMENDMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTS TO THESE DOCUMENTS, AS THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION. Shareholders may or will be able
to obtain the proxy statement, any amendments or supplements to the proxy statement, and other documents without charge from the SECs website at www.sec.gov.
Participant Information
Starbucks, its directors,
director nominees, certain of its officers, and other employees are or will be participants (as defined in Section 14(a) of the Exchange Act of 1934) in the solicitation of proxies from Starbucks shareholders in connection with the
matters to be considered at the 2024 Annual Meeting. The identity, their direct or indirect interests (by security holdings or otherwise), and other information relating to the participants is available in the Starbucks definitive proxy statement on
Schedule 14A filed with the SEC on January
25, 2024, on the section entitled Beneficial Ownership of Common Stock (on page 103 and available here
) and Appendix B (on page B-1 and available here).
To the extent the holdings by the participants in the solicitation reported in the Starbucks definitive proxy statement have changed, such changes have been or will be reflected on Statements of Change in Ownership on Forms
3, 4 or 5 filed with the SEC. All these documents are or will be available free of charge at the SECs website at www.sec.gov.
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