Alfredo Rivera

The Coca-Cola Co. has named Alfredo Rivera president of Coca-Cola North America, effective immediately, replacing James Dinkins, who is retiring.

Rivera is a 23-year veteran of the company who has most recently served as president of the Latin America group, according to a press release.

Dinkins has led the company since 2018, having joined Coca-Cola in 1988.

"Alfredo has had a remarkable career in Latin America, which is made up of a large number of highly complex and diverse markets," James Quincey, chairman and CEO, said in the release.

Rivera will report to President and COO Brian Smith.

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