Republic Services Appoints New Board Member

Ian Craig, CEO of Coca-Cola FEMSA, joins the environmental services company's board.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Republic Services, Inc., a leader in the environmental services industry, has announced the appointment of Ian Craig to its board of directors. Craig, the CEO of Coca-Cola FEMSA, Latin America's largest bottling company, brings expertise in strategic growth, digital transformation, and sustainability initiatives to Republic Services.

Why it matters

The addition of Ian Craig to Republic Services' board aligns with the company's commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation. Craig's experience in driving growth, digital transformation, and sustainability initiatives at Coca-Cola FEMSA is expected to help advance Republic Services' strategic priorities.

The details

Ian Craig, 53, will join Republic Services' 13-member board, which includes 12 independent directors. Craig currently serves as the CEO of Coca-Cola FEMSA, where he has accelerated the company's digital transformation and sustainability initiatives, including increasing renewable energy use and implementing plastic bottle collection programs. Prior to becoming CEO in 2023, Craig held various leadership positions at Coca-Cola FEMSA, including chief operating officer for Brazil and Argentina, and financial leadership roles.

  • Ian Craig was appointed to Republic Services' board of directors on February 12, 2026.

The players

Ian Craig

Chief Executive Officer of Coca-Cola FEMSA, Latin America's largest bottling company.

Republic Services, Inc.

A leader in the environmental services industry, providing customers with a complete set of products and services, including recycling, solid waste, special waste, hazardous waste, and field services.

Manny Kadre

Chairman of the board at Republic Services.

Michael Larson

Republic Services board member and chair of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.

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What they’re saying

“Ian brings exceptional international business experience and a strong track record of operational excellence to our board.”

— Manny Kadre, Chairman of the board at Republic Services (PRNewswire)

“Ian's proven ability to drive growth in complex markets and his focus on sustainability initiatives will be invaluable as we continue to expand our business.”

— Michael Larson, Republic Services board member and chair of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee (PRNewswire)

The takeaway

The appointment of Ian Craig, a seasoned executive with expertise in digital transformation and sustainability, to Republic Services' board underscores the company's commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation as it continues to expand its business.