The Starbucks Mafia
7 people came through Starbucks and went on to found or lead other companies.
Kelly SmithVice President, Digital Products - InternationalFounded Pitform +3Mike McNeilBaristaFounded Sails Co.Chris CaveShift SupervisorFounded Pretty InstantCalvin LeGassickBaristaFounded CaptureAlex ZvanigaAssistant ManagerFounded Ruta HealthKevin BuiBaristaFounded Selera MedicalPhilip MengBaristaFounded Shepherd
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Starbucks mafia?
- The Starbucks mafia is the network of 7 people who came through Starbucks and went on to found or lead other companies, including Pitform, Sails Co., Pretty Instant, Capture, Ruta Health.
- Who is in the Starbucks mafia?
- Notable members include Kelly Smith (Pitform), Mike McNeil (Sails Co.), Chris Cave (Pretty Instant), Calvin LeGassick (Capture), Alex Zvaniga (Ruta Health), Kevin Bui (Selera Medical), Philip Meng (Shepherd).
- What companies did Starbucks alumni found?
- Companies founded by Starbucks alumni include Pitform, Sails Co., Pretty Instant, Capture, Ruta Health, Selera Medical, Shepherd.