Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is thrilled to announce its selection as a 2024 US Best Managed company, marking the third consecutive year it has received this prestigious recognition. Presented by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, this award celebrates the accomplishments of outstanding U.S. private companies and their management teams.
In 2022, Coke Florida made history by becoming the sole Coca-Cola bottler to earn the esteemed title of a US Best Managed Company, and the tradition continues into 2024. Troy Taylor, chairman and chief executive officer of Coke Florida, expressed his gratitude, stating, “It is truly an honor to be recognized again as a US Best Managed Company.” He attributes their ongoing success to a steadfast commitment to continuous operational improvement, unwavering dedication to customer partnership, fostering a positive work environment for employees, and actively supporting the communities they serve.
Private companies vying for US Best Managed recognition undergo rigorous evaluation across four key areas: strategy, execution, culture, and governance and financial performance. David Cross, senior vice president of human resources and administration at Coke Florida, emphasized the company’s dedication to cultivating a thriving culture, citing positive feedback from recent engagement surveys as a testament to their efforts.
“Our aim is to be the employer of choice throughout Florida, and consistency is paramount in achieving this goal,” Cross explained. He highlighted the significance of their three-year consecutive recognition as evidence of their steadfast commitment to employees, leadership, and cultural excellence. Cross emphasized the pivotal role of great leadership, dedicated employees, and strategic investments in achieving and sustaining such high performance levels.
The US Best Managed Companies program, part of the global Deloitte Private initiative, employs an external panel of judges to evaluate applicants based on criteria including strategy, execution, culture, and governance and financial performance. Selected honorees become part of an esteemed international network, representing organizations from over 44 countries.
Coke Florida’s continuous recognition as a US Best Managed Company underscores its unwavering commitment to excellence, both internally and within the broader business community.
