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Parul Bajaj joins Coca-Cola as VP, Chief of Staff

Parul Bajaj has joined The Coca-Cola Company as Vice President and Chief of Staff after spending more than 10 years with automobile company Nissan.

In her new role, Bajaj will work closely with Coca-Cola’s senior leadership team, especially in areas related to communications, sustainability and strategic partnerships. She announced the appointment through a LinkedIn post, saying she was excited to begin a new chapter with the company.

Before joining Coca-Cola, Bajaj held several important roles at Nissan across the United States and Europe. Most recently, she worked in sustainability and corporate affairs. She also served as Chief of Staff to senior leaders handling communications and sustainability operations across multiple regions.

Over the years, Bajaj has built experience in corporate communications, sustainability initiatives and stakeholder engagement. She has also worked with companies such as FedEx and Bridgestone earlier in her career.

Coca-Cola has been strengthening its leadership teams globally as businesses increasingly invest in environmental initiatives and corporate partnerships.

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Coca-Cola, Walmart CEOs exit amid AI shift

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to influence leadership changes at some of the world’s biggest companies. Recent exits of top executives at Coca-Cola and Walmart highlight how businesses are preparing for a new, technology-driven phase.

Both companies have indicated that AI is playing a key role in shaping their future strategies—and, in turn, the kind of leadership they need. As organisations move deeper into AI-led operations, there is a growing need for leaders who can guide this transformation.

At Coca-Cola, CEO James Quincey is stepping down after several years in the role. He has suggested that while the company has achieved strong growth, the next phase will require fresh leadership focused on AI and digital innovation. His successor is expected to take forward this shift as the company increases its use of technology in areas such as marketing and product development.

Similarly, Doug McMillon has stepped aside from his role at Walmart after more than a decade. The company is now sharpening its focus on AI-driven operations, including supply chain management, customer experience, and data-led decision-making.

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