On October 1, 2024, baristas at a Starbucks location in Bellingham, Washington, became the 500th store to join the Starbucks Workers United union. This achievement signifies a substantial expansion of union representation within the company's U.S. operations since the first store unionized in 2021.
More than 11,000 baristas have now joined the union, according to a press release from Workers United. The union is advocating for strong contracts that ensure fair scheduling, living wages, racial and gender equity, and other benefits for its members.
This growing union presence could impact Starbucks' labor costs and operational flexibility as the company navigates collective bargaining agreements. CEO Brian Niccol has committed to bargaining in good faith, but the ongoing negotiations will be crucial for the company's financial outlook.
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