Muhtar Kent
Muhtar Kent
Ahmet Muhtar Kentis a Turkish-American business executive. He is the chairman and chief executive officer of The Coca-Cola Company. He was appointed to the position of chief executive officer of the company in 2008 and became chairman of the board in 2009...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionBusinessman
CountryUnited States of America
Muhtar Kent quotes about
build businesses difference emulate models society
Businesses need to proactively create models that make a difference in society and let everyone else use them, talk about them, emulate them - and build on them.
distribute market model whether
The model of Coca-Cola is local, whether it's investing, partnering, sourcing, producing, or selling. We market and distribute locally; we pay taxes locally. And it works.
believed continuing education importance learn life stage throughout
I've always believed in the importance of education and continuing to learn throughout every stage of life.
both commerce companies everyday exchange family fascinated goods growing importance life lived parties services several trade
Growing up, I had a sense of the importance of commerce and trade to everyday life. Our family lived in several countries, and I was fascinated by the free exchange of goods and services between individuals and companies - the way both parties could benefit.
local work
We need to focus on the speed with which local governments can work with businesses.
business count critically diplomat formative rather role wherever
While my father was a diplomat rather than a business person, I count him as a critically important formative role model. He was comfortable living and working all around the world, wherever he was assigned.
business encourage keeping meet people pockets respect
I always encourage our people and young business people that I meet to have a respect for cash, keeping some in their pockets and purses at all times. To me, that's essential.
bottled consumer large tap
If there's a choice between tap water and bottled water, the consumer can make that choice. In a very large geography in the world, that choice does not exist.
water choices world
If theres a choice between tap water and bottled water, the consumer can make that choice. In a very large geography in the world, that choice does not exist.
issues government together
Obesity is a societal issue. We have to come together with government, business, civil society, and NGOs to create solutions for this.
children parent world
I love Southeast Asia. As a child, I lived in that part of the world. My first time in Burma was in 1958 with my parents.
today tomorrow
There is no tomorrow without today.
growth employment investment
Without investment there will not be growth, and without growth there will not be employment.
promise brands
A brand is a promise. A good brand is a promise kept.