
Starbucks Appoints Ningyu Chen as Interim CTO Amid Tech-Focused Turnaround
Published on: Sept. 26, 2025, 8:29 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Starbucks names Ningyu Chen as interim Chief Technology Officer following Deb Hall Lefevre's resignation. Despite this transition, the company remains dedicated to its 'Back to Starbucks' technology plan. Initiatives include AI-powered tools and closures of underperforming stores, aiming to revive the chain's popularity and improve financial performance.