Starbucks recruits Vanda Pharmaceuticals' A.J. Jones to lead global comms - NewsBreak

SEATTLE: Starbucks has hired Aranthan "A.J." Jones II in the newly created role of SVP of global communications and public affairs, effective on October 25. He'll report to Gina Woods, EVP of public affairs and social impact. Jones will lead global communications, international comms, partner communications, corporate comms, Starbucks Stories, marketing integration and entertainment teams worldwide. He will support the company's growth agenda, creating narratives about the coffee giant's products, partners, customers and social impact.