As we close the year with festive cheer and reflections on the past months, December 2024 has marked a significant period for many ambitious professionals stepping into new roles as Chief Operating Officers (COOs) across various industries. Today, Operation Council will focus on 13 COOs who accepted new positions this past month.
Coca-Cola Names Henrique Braun as New COO
The Coca-Cola Company announced Henrique Braun has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. In this expanded role, Braun will be responsible for all of the company’s operating units worldwide. Braun has worked in various functions during his 28 years at Coca-Cola, including business development, marketing and bottling.
Portillo’s Names Tony Darden as New COO
Portillo’s , a fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in Chicago-style favorites and generating over $713 million in annual revenue, announced today the appointment of Tony Darden as Chief Operating Officer. As the new COO, Darden will be responsible for overseeing the operational strategy and ensuring a seamless experience for guests and employees. His appointment comes as Portillo’s aims to expand its footprint to as many as 920 locations, including traditional restaurants and alternative formats like Portillo’s Pick-Up spots.
SiriusXM Names Wayne Thorsen as New COO
Sirius XM Holdings Inc. announced that it has appointed Wayne Thorsen, former Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer of ADT Inc., to serve as SiriusXM’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. In the newly-created role of COO, Thorsen will oversee SiriusXM’s product and technology functions and be responsible for aspects of the Company’s commercial activities, business development including automotive and streaming distribution arrangements, certain consumer marketing activities such as subscriber acquisition, and corporate strategy.
Atlas Air Worldwide Names Klaus Goersch as New COO
Atlas Air Worldwide, the parent company for major all-cargo airline Atlas Air and aircraft leasing company Titan Aviation, announced the appointment of Klaus Goersch as chief operating officer. Goersch is a veteran airline executive, but he doesn’t have specific cargo experience. He has served as chief operations officer at Air India since October 2023.
Mercy Names Dr. John Mohart as New COO
Mercy names Dr. John Mohart as its executive vice president and chief operating officer (COO) ‒ the first time a physician has been named to the COO role across Mercy. Dr. Mohart, who joined Mercy in 2012 as a cardiologist, most recently served as president of community operations for Mercy in which he made great strides in implementing care models that became standards across Mercy and helped better proactively manage patients with diabetes, heart failure, hypertension and more.
Dow Names Karen Carter as New COO
Dow has announced the immediate appointment of Karen Carter as the new Chief Operating Officer. Carter, who has been with the company since 1994, brings over 30 years of experience within Dow to her new role. As COO, she will oversee Dow’s business operating segments, including Packaging & Specialty Plastics, Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure, and Performance Materials & Coatings.
Ryder System Names John Diez as New COO
Ryder System, Inc., a leader in supply chain, dedicated transportation, and fleet management solutions, announces the appointment of John J. Diez to president and chief operating officer (COO). In this new role, Mr. Diez will continue to report to Ryder Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robert E. Sanchez with responsibility for the general management of all business operations of Ryder’s three business segments.
ParkHub and JustPark Names Lina Margolin as New COO
Lina Margolin has been appointed as chief operating officer for Dallas-based ParkHub and U.K.-based JustPark, market leaders in parking technology solutions across North America and the U.K. that merged earlier this year. In her new role, Margolin will support ParkHub Chief Strategy Officer and JustPark founder Anthony Eskinazi as the companies consolidate, in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the business and ensuring seamless alignment of resources, processes, and company culture.
Pella Corp. Names Emily Videtto as New COO
Emily Videtto has been named the new president and chief operating officer at Pella Corp. An eight-year veteran of the company, which shares its name with the central Iowa city where it’s based, Videtto will continue to oversee sales and marketing, general management, and innovation.
Acurai Names Adam Forbes as New COO
Acurai Inc., the pioneering startup delivering 100% accurate AI solutions, announced Adam Forbes as its new Chief Operating Officer. With over 20 years of C-level executive experience, including leadership roles in AI-focused organizations, Forbes is poised to help scale Acurai’s revolutionary technology and drive operational excellence as the company enters a phase of rapid growth.
Kruger Names Steven Teofilo as New COO
Krueger has announced the appointment of Steven Teofilo to the role of COO. The promotion recognizes Teofilo’s outstanding contributions to the company and his exceptional leadership in driving innovation and operational excellence. He was previously Krueger’s Director of Engineering and Supply Chain as of August 2021.
TRX Gold Names Richard Boffey as New COO
TRX Gold Corporation announced the appointment of Richard Boffey as Chief Operating Officer. Boffey is a seasoned executive, bringing more than 35 years of operational experience to the TRX Gold team and will be instrumental in the continued growth and development of Buckreef Gold. Boffey joins TRX Gold having previously held senior executive positions with other multi-national mining companies.
OpGen Names Mohd Azham Azudin as New COO
OpGen Inc, a medical laboratories services provider, announced the appointment of Mohd Azham Azudin as Chief Operating Officer. Azudin brings over 25 years of experience in investment, private equity, and corporate advisory.
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