Statement by Chris Swonger, President and CEO of the Distilled Spirits Council and Responsibility.Org,
on the Departure of Ann Mukherjee as Vice Chairman and CEO of Pernod Ricard North America
“On behalf of DISCUS and its members, I want to thank Ann for her service and leadership as Vice Chair of the DISCUS Board of Directors where she provided important guidance on critical initiatives from making the industry more inclusive and diverse, advancing sustainability efforts, and modernizing the marketplace for spirits brands and consumers. But perhaps most importantly, we thank Ann for the positive impact she has had on our industry’s efforts to increase responsibility, eliminate drunk driving and combat underage drinking. She has been a light to all in the industry who have had the privilege to work with her, and we will miss her passion and determination to set the industry on a path for growth and future success.
“We congratulate Conor McQuaid on his appointment and we look forward to working with him to further strengthen and unite the spirits industry. With more than 25 years of spirits experience, Conor’s expertise in the global spirits industry will foster continued success for Pernod Ricard and the spirits sector as a whole.”
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