10 Quotes by Todd Stitzer

The potential for growth and value creation is greater in the group's other operations, and therefore we believe it is in the best interests of our shareowners to investigate a sale of the business,

Revenue growth at 6.0 is the best the group has seen in over a decade and shows that our strategy is delivering exciting products for consumers and strong results for our shareowners.

Our businesses share a passion for quality products and ethical values, so this is a very natural fit.

The acquisition is strategically consistent, financially attractive and value enhancing.

Europe Beverages has a great portfolio of brands, a talented management team and strong routes to market.

Europe beverages has a great portfolio of brands,

Following completion of a deal, we will be able to focus on our faster growing confectionery and other beverage businesses.

As painful as these changes may be, Dr Pepper/Seven Up cannot afford a 'business as usual' attitude given our mission to manage for value,

I'm delighted that within such a short time we have achieved a firm offer for Europe Beverages at a price which reflects the quality of its brands and the strength of its management team.