Coca-Cola appoints Sonali Khanna as Vice President for India and South West Asia

New Delhi: Coca-Cola appointments Sonali Khanna, as Vice President and General Counsel for Coca-Cola India and South West Asia. Sonali is succeeding Anjuli Kelotra, who will be taking on a global assignment.

In a statement, the Multi National Company said that Sonali as a new addition to Coca-Cola's leadership team for the region will further drive the Company's purpose driven approach.

Sonali has over 24 years of work experience in a variety of roles covering diverse areas with well-known FMCG and Satellite Communications & Technology companies like Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages, GSK Consumer, and Hughes Network Systems.

The company said that Sonali will be responsible for providing oversight and leadership over all legal matters relating to the Operating Unit (OU), with a focus on strategic legal support, as well as business advice and solutions. She will be actively collaborating with multiple stakeholders, including the Coca-Cola global network of legal professionals, as well as the company's colleagues throughout the Enterprise.

Commenting on the appointment, Sanket Ray President, India and Southwest Asia, said It is our constant endeavor to strengthen the leadership team for a strong sustainable future growth and address the developing business needs. I am delighted to welcome Sonali on this exciting journey. Sonali brings a wealth of experience in strategic legal support, and her contributions will augment our journey towards Emerginging Stronger, together as a system

Formerly, Sonali worked with Goodyear India Limited as Head - Legal, Compliance and Company Secretary. Sonali has received her Bachelor of Commerce degree from Sri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), Delhi University; Company Secretary from ICSI; and LL.B from Delhi University.