Andrew’s Bio

Andrew Alfano

executive leader // family man // philanthropist

Executive Leadership

Andrew is an executive leader with over 25 years experience in the retail, hospitality and restaurant industries. He is now the President and Chief Operating Officer for The Learning Experience, the nation’s fastest growing academy of early education for children. As well as, sits on the Board of Directors Society of Fellows at the Culinary Institute of America.

He most recently enjoyed an impressive 15 years at Starbucks Coffee Company having joined them in their earlier days of 1999. During his time at Starbucks he served in a number of executive roles most recently as Senior Vice President, US Business.

Andrew was a pivotal leader that helped architect the company’s rapid growth, specifically in some of the country’s more high profile complex markets. Markets that included Chicago, Boston, Washington, as well as the Starbucks flagship market of New York. During this time these markets saw record growth in same stores sales and profits. He was also a key member of the leadership team that helped lead the US Business out of the company’s downturn in 2008.

Throughout his tenure Andrew consistently demonstrated the ability to build high performing teams, has key strengths in developing talent, org design, brand building, market strategy and had direct P&L responsibilities with revenue in excess of $3B.

He is a high energy, driven leader that motivates and encourages others to exceed expectations while valuing individual contributions, unique backgrounds and experiences. Beyond his people legacy, he has developed a strong reputation for building brands in both new and existing markets while consistently increasing shareholder value.

Family Life

Andrew grew up on Long Island and it is also where he and his wife raised their three children. He still maintains a home in New York, but currently resides in Downtown West Palm Beach, Florida.

Giving Back

Andrew sits on the Board of Directors for charity organizations such as Make-A-Wish South Florida and United Way of New York.