Coke Competitors
(as soft drink makers)


(In addition to these alternative companies, you might find local beverage companies. In some regions, Coca-Cola might be distributors of the alternative beverages; for example, in some regions, Cadbury Schweppes products such as Dr. Pepper are distributed by Coke. Be sure Coca-Cola is NOT involved in any way with the distribution.)

Cadbury Schweppes PLC
Cadbury Schweppes drink brands include 7Up, Canada Dry, Dr. Pepper, Hawaiian Punch, Mott's juices, Orangina, Schwepps sodas and Snapple. It's American division is located in Plano, Texas at (972) 673-7000.
25 Berkeley Square
London, W1J 6
NYC Phone: (212) 270-6000
Top officers: John Sunderland, Chairman
Todd Stitzer, CEO
Ken Hanna, CFO
Best contacts: Gil M. Cassagne, president and CEO of CS American Beverages
Randy Grier, chief marketing officer for North America

National Beverage Corp.
National Beverage's brands include Faygo, Shasta, Big Shot, flavored and spring water (LaCROIX, Mt. Shasta), and juice-based drinks (Home Juice, Mr. Pure.)
1 N. University Dr.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33324
Phone: (954) 581-0922
Top officers: Nick Caporella, chairman & CEO
Joseph Caporella, president
Best contact: George R. Bracken, senior vp of finance

Cott Corp.
Cott produces private-label brands for retailers including Sainsbury Classic for UK grocer J Sainsbury, Sam's American Choice (US) and Great Value (Canada) for WalMart, and Safeway Select for Safeway. WalMart accounts for about 42% of Cott's sales.
207 Queen's Quay West, Ste. 340
Toronto, Ontario M5J 1A7, Canada
Phone: (416) 203-3898
Top officers: Frank E. Weise III, Chairman, President, and CEO
John K. Sheppard, President and COO
Best contact: Ray Silcock, Executive VP and CFO

Jones Soda Co.
Jones Soda makes and distributes alternative or new age beverages, including Jones Soda, a premium soda; Jones Naturals, a non-carbonated juice and tea drink; Jones Energy, an energy drink, and WhoopAss, an energy drink.
234 9th Avenue North
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 624-3357
Top officers: Peter Van Stolk, President and CEO
Jennifer Cue, CFO, Chief Operating Officer, and Secretary
Best contact: Paul Weinstein - VP of Sales-West

Dr Pepper/Seven Up Bottling Group
It's the major bottler and distributor for Cadbury Schweppes, the world's #3 softdrink firm. It is a leading bottler of soft drinks in the US, distributing in 21 states. Cadbury Schweppes and The Carlyle Group own 40% and 53% of the company, respectively.
5950 Sherry Ln., Ste. 500
Dallas, TX 75225
Phone: (214) 530-5000
Top officers: Jim L. Turner, president and CEO
Best contact: Holly Lovvorn, CFO

Leading Brands Inc.
It does bottling, distribution, sales, merchandising and brand management of beverage and food products throughout most of North America.
1500 W. Georgia Street, Suite 1800
Vancouver, BC V6G 2
Phone: (604) 685-5200
Top officers: Ralph McRae, chairman, president and CEO
Donna Higgins, CFO
Best contacts: Joanne Petak, VP of Marketing
Bill Harrison, VP Sales, Northern U.S.

Hansen Natural Corp.
It's engaged in the business of marketing, selling and distributing alternative beverages, natural sodas and fruit juices.
1010 Railroad Street
Corona, CA 92882
Phone: (909) 739-6200
Top officers: Rodney Sacks, Chairman and CEO
Best contact: Hilton Schlosberg, Vice Chairman, President, CFO, Chief Operating Officer, Sec.

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