John Nelson

John Nelson, RA NCARB, is a Director of Coffeehouse Innovation and Standards at Starbucks, specializing in concept design with over 14 years of experience in architecture and concept development. Previously, they held roles such as Senior Concept Designer at Starbucks, where they spearheaded strategic design initiatives and led cross-functional teams. John has also gained valuable experience through internships and positions at organizations such as Perkins+Will, Tulane School of Architecture, and MASS Design Group, contributing to diverse projects across various sectors. They earned both a Master of Architecture and a Bachelor of Architecture from Tulane University School of Architecture.