Kat Cole

CEO of AG1

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Kat Cole is a seasoned business leader and lifelong operator focused on building and scaling iconic brands. Cole is the CEO of AG1, a global health company focused on foundational nutrition. A seasoned operator and growth leader, she draws on more than two decades of experience scaling iconic brands and businesses. Before AG1, Cole served as president and COO of Focus Brands, where she led beloved brands like Cinnabon, Auntie Anne’s and Jamba across more than 7,000 locations worldwide. Known for her unconventional rise from waitress to executive, Cole brings a unique perspective on leadership, innovation and building mission-driven companies

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