Consumer >> CEO Interviews >> July 30, 2001

Chris Mottern – Peet’s Coffee & Tea (peet)

CHRIS MOTTERN, President and CEO of Peet's Coffee & Tea, oversees the company's strategic multi-channel business with the vision to provide the freshest, best-tasting coffee in the world. Prior to joining the company Mr. Mottern worked for Heublein's Spirits and Wines. He also served as President and CEO of Capri Sun, Inc. from 1986 through 1991. Mr. Mottern is a graduate of the University of Connecticut. Profile
TWST: Could we begin with a brief historical sketch of Peet's Coffee &

Tea, and then a picture of what you're doing now?

Mr. Mottern: Peet's is the grandfather of specialty coffee. We've