Max Levchin Joins The Coca-Cola Company Board of Directors
The Coca-Cola Company has announced the election of Max Levchin, a renowned entrepreneur and co-founder of PayPal, to its Board of Directors. Levchin, 50, brings a wealth of experience in technology and financial innovation that the company expects will provide valuable insight as it continues to evolve in an increasingly digital world.
Levchin’s career in technology began in the late 1990s when he co-founded Confinity, a company that ultimately became the globally recognized digital payments platform PayPal. At PayPal, he served as Chief Technology Officer, contributing to the company’s rapid growth and innovative financial solutions until its acquisition by eBay in 2002. His expertise in building scalable technology platforms has made him a respected figure in Silicon Valley and beyond.
Following his tenure at PayPal, Levchin continued to innovate in the tech space. He founded Slide, a personal media-sharing service, which was acquired by Google in 2010, demonstrating his ability to identify emerging trends in digital media. He later launched HVF, an innovation lab dedicated to exploring new technologies, which led to the creation of Affirm in 2012. Affirm has since become a leading financial technology company, offering installment payment solutions that have transformed how consumers access credit. Under Levchin’s leadership, Affirm went public in 2021, further cementing his reputation as a visionary in fintech.
“Max has a tremendous background in technology, including the development and growth of successful companies,” said James Quincey, Chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company. “He will bring great perspectives to Coca-Cola as technology continues to reshape the way we do business.”
In addition to his entrepreneurial ventures, Levchin has contributed his expertise to the boards of other notable technology companies, including Yelp Inc. and Yahoo! Inc., helping guide strategy and growth for these organizations. His experience spans both the creation of groundbreaking consumer technologies and the strategic oversight of established firms, equipping him to provide well-rounded guidance at Coca-Cola.
Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, Levchin immigrated to the United States in 1991, where he pursued his education and eventually earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His journey from immigrant to technology leader highlights a career built on innovation, persistence, and a forward-thinking approach to business.
Levchin’s addition to Coca-Cola’s board comes at a pivotal time as the company continues to navigate technological transformation across its operations, including digital marketing, e-commerce, and consumer engagement strategies. His insights are expected to help Coca-Cola leverage technology to drive growth and enhance its competitive position in the global beverage market.
Alongside this announcement, The Coca-Cola Company declared a regular quarterly dividend of 51 cents per common share. The dividend is payable on December 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on December 1, 2025. This consistent commitment to returning value to shareholders complements the company’s ongoing strategic initiatives, including board-level guidance from technology and business leaders like Levchin.
Levchin’s appointment underscores Coca-Cola’s focus on integrating technology and innovation into its long-standing business model. With decades of experience in building and scaling technology companies, Levchin brings both operational expertise and visionary thinking to the boardroom. His understanding of consumer behavior, digital payment ecosystems, and tech-driven business growth is expected to inform Coca-Cola’s strategy in an era where technology increasingly shapes the way consumers connect with brands and make purchasing decisions.
As Coca-Cola looks ahead, Levchin’s guidance will support the company’s efforts to harness digital transformation while maintaining its legacy of delivering quality beverages worldwide. His appointment reflects Coca-Cola’s commitment to infusing fresh perspectives into its leadership, ensuring that the company remains agile, innovative, and responsive to evolving market trends.
With Levchin joining the board, Coca-Cola positions itself to benefit from decades of technological expertise, entrepreneurial insight, and strategic foresight, reinforcing its mission to refresh the world and create value for shareholders and consumers alike.
