Coca-Cola Expands Sanket Ray’s Role Amid Leadership Restructuring

The Coca-Cola Company announced leadership changes effective March 31, 2026, including the elevation of Sanket Ray, President of India and Southwest Asia, to also oversee emerging large markets such as Greater China, Mongolia, Japan, and South Korea. This expansion is part of a strategic restructuring under incoming CEO Henrique Braun, who will succeed James Quincey. The company is creating two new market groupings to enhance focus on Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, with Claudia Lorenzo overseeing the Eurasia, Middle East, ASEAN, South Pacific, and Africa markets. Additionally, a new Chief Digital Officer role has been established to support digital transformation.