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“During difficult economic times, consumers gravitate toward the brands they know, the brands they love and trust.”

Quote by Muhtar Kent

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Muhtar Kent
Muhtar Kent

Muhtar Kent is an outstanding business leader who has served as the Chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company since 2008. Born in 1952, he holds dual citizenship of Turkey and the United Kingdom. Before joining Coca-Cola, Kent held several senior management positions at PepsiCo. Under his leadership, Coca-Cola has achieved significant performance growth and expanded its global market influence. more

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