Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. recently announced the appointment of Matthew J. Blickley as the new executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective April 1. Blickley will be taking over from Scott Anthony, who is retiring from the role on March 31 after serving as the company’s CFO since 2018.
J. Frank Harrison, III, chairman and CEO of Coca-Cola Consolidated, expressed his gratitude for Scott’s significant contributions over the past six years. Harrison mentioned that Scott’s extensive experience within the Coca-Cola system and strategic leadership were vital in achieving exceptional financial performance and strong stockholder returns since 2019. Scott’s efforts in developing talent, evolving financial systems, and partnering with business leaders were highly valued. The company appreciates Scott’s commitment to the succession planning process and his willingness to remain engaged with the company in a consultancy role post-retirement.
Matthew J. Blickley has been with Coca-Cola Consolidated since 2014, currently holding the position of senior vice president of financial planning and chief accounting officer. Following his appointment as CFO, Blickley will continue to serve as the company’s chief accounting officer. Throughout his tenure, Blickley has taken on various financial roles with increasing responsibilities, including corporate controller. He is a certified public accountant and began his career at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. Blickley will join the company’s executive leadership team and report directly to Dave Katz, president, and chief operating officer.
Dave Katz expressed his confidence in Matt Blickley’s ability to succeed Scott as CFO, highlighting the company’s depth of talent and meticulous succession planning. Katz emphasized his close working relationship with Blickley over the past decade and believes that Blickley is the right leader to drive the company’s purpose, culture, and financial success forward.
Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Coca-Cola Consolidated is the largest Coca-Cola bottler in the United States. The company is responsible for manufacturing, selling, and distributing beverages from The Coca-Cola Company and other partner companies across 14 states and the District of Columbia.
In conclusion, the appointment of Matthew J. Blickley as the new executive vice president and chief financial officer of Coca-Cola Consolidated signifies a strategic move in the company’s leadership team. With Blickley’s extensive experience and proven track record within the company, Coca-Cola Consolidated is poised to continue its success in delivering exceptional financial performance and shareholder value. The company’s commitment to talent development, succession planning, and strategic partnerships remains strong as it looks towards a bright future under Blickley’s leadership.