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Coca-Cola names COO Henrique Braun as next CEO effective March 31, 2026
COCA COLA CO
- Henrique Braun, currently EVP & COO, elected CEO effective March 31, 2026; James Quincey will become Executive Chairman.
- Braun, 57, joined Coca-Cola in 1996; previously President of Latin America, Brazil, and Greater China & Korea units.
- Quincey, 60, served as CEO for nine years; led transformation to total beverage company, adding 10+ billion-dollar brands.
- Board plans to nominate Braun for election as director at 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareowners.