Jim Donald (businessman)

Jim Donald
Born
James Donald
Known forFormer CEO of Starbucks
TitleChairman, Albertsons
Term2018–present
PredecessorOrin C. Smith
SuccessorHoward Schultz

James Donald is an American businessman who was the chief executive officer (CEO) of Starbucks from 2005 to 2008. He was preceded by Orin C. Smith, who led the company since 2000, and was succeeded by the coffeehouse's second president, Howard Schultz. Donald also held various executive positions with Albertsons.