The Coca-Cola Company announced a leadership transition plan where current Chief Executive Officer James Quincey will become Executive Chairman, and Henrique Braun, the current Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, will be appointed as the new CEO.
Key Details
- Incoming CEO: Henrique Braun, currently EVP and COO, will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer.
- Outgoing CEO: James Quincey will transition from his role as CEO to Executive Chairman of the Board.
- Effective Date: The leadership changes are scheduled to take effect on March 31, 2026.
- Board Nomination: The Board of Directors intends to nominate Mr. Braun to stand for election as a director at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareowners.