Coca-Cola said Wednesday that its chief operating officer will become its next CEO in the first quarter of 2026.The Atlanta beverage giant said its board elected Henrique Braun as CEO effective March 31. James Quincey, Coke's current chairman and CEO, will transition to executive chairman of the company.Braun, 57, has worked at Coca-Cola for three decades.
The company's COO will move up when James Quincey leaves the top job in March
Coca-Cola taps COO Henrique Braun to replace James Quincey as CEO in 2026
| Beverages Industry | Consumer Staples Sector | James Robert B. Quincey CEO | XETRA Exchange | US1912161007 ISIN |
| US Country | 69,700 Employees | 1 Dec 2025 Last Dividend | 13 Aug 2012 Last Split | - IPO Date |
The Coca-Cola Company, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a premier global beverage corporation established in 1886. Renowned for its diverse portfolio of nonalcoholic beverages, it specializes in the manufacture, marketing, and sales of a wide spectrum of products across the globe. Through a robust network of independent bottling partners, distributors, wholesalers, and retailers, along with its bottling and distribution operators, the company ensures the widespread availability of its beverages to consumers in various regions. Its product range notably includes sparkling soft drinks, water, sports and energy drinks, coffees, teas, juices, dairy and plant-based beverages, alongside others. Additionally, The Coca-Cola Company is responsible for the production and distribution of beverage concentrates and syrups, including fountain syrups supplied to fountain retailers like restaurants and convenience stores.
The Coca-Cola Company's extensive portfolio encompasses a variety of brands and beverages catering to diverse consumer tastes and preferences. These include: