Last updated on June 14th, 2024 at 10:36 am
The Charlotte, N.C.-based Coca-Cola Consolidated Board of Directors unanimously approved the appointment of Morgan H. Everett as vice chair of the company, effective May 12.
“I am pleased with the appointment of Morgan as vice chair,” said Coca-Cola Consolidated Chairman and CEO J. Frank Harrison III. “One of the board’s most important responsibilities is long-term succession planning, and this announcement is the result of a carefully planned succession process. Her experience working at the company and serving on our board of directors has enabled Morgan to develop a unique perspective and understanding of the great tradition and strength of the Coca-Cola bottling system in the United States. In addition, as a member of the company’s founding family, she supports our long-term commitment to this wonderful business. The board and I have great confidence in Morgan and her ability to lead our company in the coming years.”
Everett has been with the company since 2004 and has served as a board member since 2011. She was previously appointed as VP and as an executive officer, each effective Jan. 1, 2016, and later promoted to SVP in early 2019.
“I am honored by the board’s decision and am deeply committed to the continued long-term success of Coca-Cola Consolidated,” said Everett. “I have a deep appreciation for our teammates and their service to our customers and communities. This is an exciting time to be part of Coca-Cola Consolidated, and I look forward to building upon its 118-years of success in operating excellence and service to its consumers, customers and communities.”
