Published 09-20-07
Submitted by Coca-Cola Refreshments
ATLANTA - September 20, 2007 - Coca-Cola Enterprises (NYSE: CCE) today announced that Julius Pryor III has been named Vice President of Global Diversity, effective September 20, 2007. Mr. Pryor will oversee the company's diversity initiatives, and will report to Vicki R. Palmer, executive vice president, financial services and administration.
"Julius' extensive experience directing global diversity strategies and programs will help Coca-Cola Enterprises establish a winning and inclusive culture," said John F. Brock, president and chief executive officer. "His leadership and expertise will enhance our company's ability to attract, develop and retain a highly talented and diverse workforce, and we are very excited to have him join our team."
Most recently, Mr. Pryor served as Vice President of Global Diversity for Johnson & Johnson's Consumer Group, a position he held since 2004. He had previously served as Director of Diversity for Johnson & Johnson's North American Consumer & Personal Care Group. Prior to joining Johnson & Johnson in 2003, Mr. Pryor was Director of Diversity Strategies for Russell Corporation from 2000 to 2003, and served as Manager of Diversity Programs and Chief Diversity Officer for TAP Pharmaceuticals from 1997 to 2000. A captain in the U.S. Navy, Mr. Pryor received his Bachelor of Science degree from Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia.
Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. is the world's largest marketer, distributor, and producer of bottle and can liquid nonalcoholic refreshment. Coca-Cola Enterprises sells approximately 80 percent of The Coca-Cola Company's bottle and can volume in North America and is the sole licensed bottler for products of The Coca-Cola Company in Belgium, continental France, Great Britain, Luxembourg, Monaco, and the Netherlands.
The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 500 sparkling and still brands.
Along with Coca-Cola, recognized as the world's most valuable brand, the Company's portfolio includes 12 other billion dollar brands, including Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Coca-Cola Zero, vitaminwater, Powerade, Minute Maid, Simply and Georgia. Globally, we are the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, juices and juice drinks and ready-to-drink teas and coffees. Through the world's largest beverage distribution system, consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy the Company's beverages at a rate of 1.7 billion servings a day. With an enduring commitment to building sustainable communities, our Company is focused on initiatives that protect the environment, conserve resources and enhance the economic development of the communities where we operate. For more information about our Company, please visit our website at www.thecoca-colacompany.com.
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