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Springfield, MO
St. Louis-based Build-A-Bear Workshop has hired a former Coca-Cola executive for a newly created role.
Kim Utlaut has been named senior vice president and chief brand officer. Her career experience includes working as general manager for franchise leadership in the Kansas City area for Coca-Cola.
At Build-A-Bear, Utlaut is working to build the company's brand and communications strategy.
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