Coca-Cola Charts New Course: Henrique Braun to Succeed James Quincey as CEO

Leadership Transition - Henrique Braun will become the new Chief Executive Officer of The Coca-Cola Company effective March 31, succeeding James Quincey [1] - James Quincey will transition to the role of Executive Chairman after his tenure as CEO [2] Quincey's Tenure - Quincey served as CEO for nine years, leading the company through significant changes and implementing a comprehensive beverage strategy [3] - He oversaw the launch of over 10 billion-dollar brands and managed the company's response to the Covid-19 pandemic [3] - Quincey's leadership was praised by David Weinberg, who described him as a transformative leader [4] Future Focus - As the new CEO, Braun will focus on identifying global growth opportunities, strengthening consumer connections, and leveraging technology to enhance business performance [6][10] - Quincey expressed confidence in Braun's ability to lead the company towards future growth [5]