Huma

Allana van Reesch

General Counsel, EMEA

Starbucks

Huma Allana van Reesch is General Counsel, EMEA at Starbucks, where she leads a high-performing legal team across 44 markets. Under her leadership, the team has been recognised for its innovation and impact, including recent shortlistings at The Lawyer Awards, FT Innovative Lawyers Awards, and The British Legal Awards. She brings extensive global legal and commercial experience from senior roles at Coca-Cola and Reckitt Benckiser, and is passionate about building inclusive, purpose-driven teams. Huma believes legal functions thrive when deeply connected to the business, and her leadership is shaped by authenticity, collaboration, and a focus on meaningful results. Outside work, Huma and her husband Paul enjoy a lively family life with their three children, a Labrador, and two cats. She loves travelling with her family, creating experiences that become lasting memories.