Vice President of Sustainability and Risk Management – Coca-Cola Beverage Florida
Erin Black is the Senior Vice President of Sustainability and Risk Management at Coca-Cola Beverage Florida, a visionary and purpose-driven leader deeply committed to protecting Florida’s people, communities and natural resources. Her work is based on a strong belief that sustainability is both a business imperative and a responsibility to the state she proudly calls home. Erin leads company-wide sustainability, safety and risk initiatives across corporate headquarters, sales operations, warehouses, distribution networks, and food manufacturing and processing facilities. She supports strategies that promote environmental stewardship, operational resiliency and long-term value creation, enabling Coca-Cola Beverage Florida to operate responsibly in a state uniquely impacted by climate risk, population growth and environmental sensitivities. Known for her ability to identify opportunities and lead meaningful change without direct authority, Erin combines excellent communication skills with a highly collaborative leadership style. She is a proven coalition builder who brings together cross-functional teams, external partners, and community stakeholders to drive progress. Her leadership has shaped company-wide strategy development, EHSS standardization, risk and exposure management, and compliance training, embedding sustainability and safety at the core of business operations. Erin’s impact is reflected in measurable top-line and bottom-line results through process improvements, cost control, employee engagement, and implementation of best practices. Recognized as a senior strategic executive and change agent, she brings extensive national and global expertise in sustainability, risk management, environmental health, safety and security, while maintaining a strong local focus with an emphasis on Florida’s unique challenges and opportunities. Beyond her company, Erin is a passionate advocate for sustainability across Florida’s sports, entertainment and community venues. She worked closely with the Florida Panthers on sustainability initiatives and served as a key catalyst in achieving sustainability certification for Amerant Bank Arena, reinforcing her commitment to advancing environmental leadership and community impact across the state.
