Tag Archive: Diageo
Progress Report: Diageo’s Vodka Brand Launches From 2010
While Diageo has long been the U.S. market’s biggest vodka player, with top-seller Smirnoff and surging Cîroc leading its portfolio, the company has released a plethora of new entries in recent years to diversify its lineup. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 17, 2013Diageo’s Open Offer For More USL Shares Attracts Few Takers
After agreeing to acquire 27.4% of India’s United Spirits Ltd. (USL) last November, Diageo had hoped to add another 26% through an open offer which closed April 26. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 15, 2013Diageo Maintains Strong Focus On Innovation With Naked Turtle Rum
In a presentation to investors and analysts yesterday, Diageo global innovation director Syl Saller talked about the company’s emphasis on innovation, as well as one new product the company has high hopes for in the U.S. market—Naked Turtle rum. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 10, 2013Paul Walsh’s Tenure At Diageo Marked By Bold Strategic Moves That Paid Off
When Paul Walsh became COO of Diageo on January 1, 2000, the company was a food and drinks conglomerate whose holdings included Pillsbury and Burger King, in addition to Guinness Brewing and spirits and wine unit United Distillers & Vintners. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 7, 2013NEWS ALERT: Diageo Names Ivan Menezes CEO, Replacing Paul Walsh, Effective In July
In a widely expected move, Diageo has announced that its current COO, Ivan Menezes, will replace Paul Walsh as CEO on July 1. Continue reading →
Posted in News on May 7, 2013News Briefs for April 19, 2013
•New York-based Ty Ku Sake & Spirits has appointed two former Patrón Spirits executives to its sales team. Continue reading →
Posted in News on April 19, 2013
