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COCA COLA CO 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Sep 14, 2012)

Filed September 14, 2012For Securities:KO

Summary

This SEC Form 8-K filing from The Coca-Cola Company (KO) on September 14, 2012, primarily details significant leadership changes and the implementation of a new global operating structure, effective January 1, 2013. The company is reorganizing into three core operating businesses: Coca-Cola Americas, Coca-Cola International, and Bottling Investments Group (BIG). This restructuring involves appointments and role changes for several key executives, aiming to streamline operations and enhance global management. Investors should note the transition of Steven A. Cahillane to President of Coca-Cola Americas and Ahmet Bozer to President of Coca-Cola International, with Irial Finan continuing as President of BIG. The filing also outlines the departure of José Octavio "Pacho" Reyes from his leadership role in Latin America, transitioning to a Vice Chairman position before his planned retirement in March 2014, including a consulting arrangement post-retirement. Compensation details for these executives are generally confirmed to follow existing plans, with base salary adjustments to be determined in early 2013.

Key Highlights

  • 1The Coca-Cola Company is implementing a new global operating structure, effective January 1, 2013, consolidating into three key businesses: Coca-Cola Americas, Coca-Cola International, and Bottling Investments Group (BIG).
  • 2Steven A. Cahillane appointed President of Coca-Cola Americas; Ahmet Bozer appointed President of Coca-Cola International; Irial Finan to continue as President of BIG.
  • 3José Octavio "Pacho" Reyes will step down as President of Latin America Group to become Vice Chairman of The Coca-Cola Export Corporation, with a planned retirement in March 2014.
  • 4Mr. Reyes will enter into a 10-month consulting agreement post-retirement, receiving $65,000 per month plus expenses.
  • 5The filing details leadership appointments for various regional groups within the new structure, including key roles for Brian Smith (Latin America), J. Alexander Douglas Jr. (Global Chief Customer Officer), and Brian Kelley (Coca-Cola Refreshments).
  • 6Compensation for executives transitioning to new roles will be determined during the normal rewards cycle in February 2013, with potential increases effective April 1, 2013.
  • 7Executives will continue to be eligible for the Performance Incentive Plan and Long-Term Incentive program, and remain subject to share ownership guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

The new global operating structure, effective January 1, 2013, aims to reorganize the company into three core operating businesses: Coca-Cola Americas, Coca-Cola International, and Bottling Investments Group (BIG). This is intended to streamline operations and enhance global management and strategic focus across different regions.

Key leadership changes include Steven A. Cahillane becoming President of Coca-Cola Americas, Ahmet Bozer taking on the role of President of Coca-Cola International, and Irial Finan continuing as President of the Bottling Investments Group. Additionally, José Octavio "Pacho" Reyes is moving from his leadership role in Latin America to Vice Chairman before his retirement.

The base salaries for executives transitioning to new positions will be determined during the company's standard rewards cycle in February 2013, with any salary increases becoming effective on April 1, 2013. These executives will continue to participate in existing incentive plans and are subject to share ownership guidelines.

José Octavio "Pacho" Reyes will become Vice Chairman of The Coca-Cola Export Corporation and plans to retire in March 2014. Following his retirement, he is expected to enter into a 10-month consulting agreement with the company, receiving $65,000 per month plus expenses.