Brenda Benjamin Smith

Brenda Benjamin Smith is a seasoned professional with extensive experience at The Coca-Cola Company, serving in various vice president roles since November 1999. Currently, as the Vice President of Supply Chain Transformation, Brenda leads teams to develop commercial strategies for multiple beverage categories, including sparkling soft drinks and tea. Key accomplishments include directing commercial operations for the North America Stills Business Unit to revitalize growth, overseeing end-to-end commercialization processes, and managing innovative product launches. Prior to Coca-Cola, Brenda held managerial and engineering roles at American Airlines and ConocoPhillips, focusing on financial analysis and production engineering, respectively. Brenda holds an M.B.A. in Finance & Operations Management from Tulane University and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Southern University.