Rev. Al Sharpton: A Powerful Force Driving Social Change

Rev. Al Sharpton revealed on Monday his forthcoming dialogue with PepsiCo's CEO, Ramon Laguarta, spurred by the corporation's recent reversal of vital diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies. This meeting follows Sharpton's April 4 correspondence, wherein he warned of a potential boycott over PepsiCo's retreat from its DEI pledges. The beverage powerhouse, known for brands such as Pepsi, Gatorade, Doritos, Mountain Dew, and Lay’s, had informed employees in February about halting its diversity objectives for management and supplier networks.