Double Cola Co. USA Names Gina Dhanani President and Chief Operating Officer

Chattanooga, Tenn. – (February 25, 2026) Double Cola Co.-USA, an international beverage company headquartered in Chattanooga, today announced the board appointment of Gina Dhanani as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective February 24, 2026. As part of the leadership transition, Alnoor Dhanani, who assumed the role of President in 1997, will continue in his role as Chairman and assume the position of Chief Executive Officer, focusing primarily on the company's international business unit.

Gina Dhanani has served as Chief Operating Officer since 2018 and brings more than 20 years of experience within the company and the beverage industry. She joined Double Cola as a Marketing Manager and advanced through multiple leadership roles. During her tenure as COO, she led brand expansion initiatives, added two subsidiaries, and oversaw significant organizational growth.

A Chattanooga native, Gina Dhanani holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and an MBA from Auburn University. She is also a graduate of the prestigious Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, as well as other leadership development programs. She remains active in the Chattanooga community, serving on and chairing several nonprofit boards.

"Gina has been instrumental in the growth and evolution of Double Cola over the past two decades," said Alnoor Dhanani, Chairman and CEO. "Her strategic leadership, operational discipline, and deep understanding of our business make her the right person to lead the company as President. I'm excited to continue supporting our long-term vision in my role as Chairman and CEO."

"Working alongside Alnoor to build Double Cola has been an incredible journey," said Gina Dhanani. "I'm honored to step into this role and excited to continue expanding our brands and our footprint, while staying true to the family values that have defined this company for more than 90 years."

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About Double Cola Company

Founded in 1933 and headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Double Cola Company is an international beverage company with a diversified portfolio of brands and a long-standing commitment to quality and community.