Pernod Ricard North America Appoints Lani Montoya as Chief Human Resources Officer

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Pernod Ricard North America has appointed Lani Montoya as the new Chief Human Resources Officer, succeeding Paul Holub, who retires after 25 years. Montoya, a 15-year veteran of the company, previously led Global Talent Management and Diversity & Inclusion from Paris. Her role will focus on talent acquisition, employee retention, and advancing diversity and inclusion initiatives. The CEO, Ann Mukherjee, expressed confidence in Montoya's capabilities to enhance the company's workplace culture and drive its Transform and Accelerate strategy.

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• Lani Montoya brings 15 years of experience in HR and leadership roles within the company.
• Her appointment is expected to strengthen the company's diversity and inclusion efforts.
• Montoya's leadership aligns with the company's goal of becoming an industry leader in inclusivity and sustainability.

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• Paul Holub's retirement could create a temporary gap in leadership experience.

NEW YORK, April 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Pernod Ricard North America today announced the appointment of Lani Montoya, a company veteran who has held leadership roles in both the U.S. and Paris, as the Chief Human Resources Officer on its executive team. She will succeed  Paul Holub, who is retiring from his role as Senior Vice President, Human Resources and Corporate Services after a 25-year career with Pernod Ricard North America, Corby Spirit and Wine and Hiram Walker & Sons.

Montoya has been with the premium spirits and wine company for 15 years, and most recently led Global Talent Management and Diversity & Inclusion for Pernod Ricard, based in Paris. In that role, she made significant strides towards achieving Pernod Ricard's goal of Better Balance, as the company aims to become the industry's most inclusive, diverse and sustainable spirits and wine company. She also played a critical role in the design and rollout of Pernod Ricard's new HR strategy. Previously, Montoya served as HR Director for the Pernod Ricard Americas Travel Retail division, and as an HR Manager for Malibu-Kahlua International.

"At Pernod Ricard, we are creators of conviviality. That means creating an inclusive environment with employees from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about our brands, our industry and our purpose," said Montoya. "As a Latin-American woman, I am proud of the diverse and gender balance at Pernod Ricard North America and I am committed to ensuring our company mirrors the diversity of our society."

Reporting to Pernod Ricard North America Chairman and CEO Ann Mukherjee, Montoya's responsibilities will include talent acquisition, enhancing employee capabilities and retention, expanding diversity & inclusion programming, and driving ongoing organizational change related to the company's Transform and Accelerate strategy. Montoya will also be responsible for furthering the company's Better Balance cornerstone, ensuring that diversity, flexibility and wellness are prioritized in the workplace.

"It is my honor to welcome Lani as the newest member of our executive team," said Mukherjee. "Lani is the right leader to meet the moment. She shaped the Diversity & Inclusion strategy for our global company, and now she is poised to deliver on the commitment to Better Balance in the North American market. I'd also like to congratulate Paul on his many contributions to our company, and for championing the role that Human Resources can and must play as a strategic partner with other areas of the business."  

For more information about Pernod Ricard USA, visit: https://www.pernod-ricard-usa.com/.

About Pernod Ricard

Pernod Ricard is the No. 2 worldwide producer of wines and spirits with consolidated sales of €9,182 million in FY19. Created in 1975 by the merger of Ricard and Pernod, the Group has developed through organic growth and acquisitions: Seagram (2001), Allied Domecq (2005) and Vin&Sprit (2008). Pernod Ricard, which owns 16 of the Top 100 Spirits Brands, holds one of the most prestigious and comprehensive brand portfolios in the industry, including: Absolut Vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine's, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur, Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes, as well Jacob's Creek, Brancott Estate, Campo Viejo, and Kenwood wines. Pernod Ricard's brands are distributed across 160+ markets and by its own salesforce in 73 markets. The Group's decentralised organisation empowers its 19,000 employees to be true on-the-ground ambassadors of its vision of "Créateurs de Convivialité." As reaffirmed by the Group's three-year strategic plan, "Transform and Accelerate," deployed in 2018, Pernod Ricard's strategy focuses on investing in long-term, profitable growth for all stakeholders. The Group remains true to its three founding values: entrepreneurial spirit, mutual trust, and a strong sense of ethics. As illustrated by the 2030 Agenda supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), "We bring good times from a good place." In recognition of Pernod Ricard's strong commitment to sustainable development and responsible consumption, it has received a Gold rating from Ecovadis and is ranked No. 1 in the beverage sector in Vigeo Eiris. Pernod Ricard is also a United Nation's Global Compact LEAD company. Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN Code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 index. For further information, please visit http://www.pernod-ricard.com.

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FAQ

Who is Lani Montoya and what is her role in Pernod Ricard North America?

Lani Montoya is the newly appointed Chief Human Resources Officer of Pernod Ricard North America, focused on talent acquisition and diversity initiatives.

What are the main responsibilities of Lani Montoya as Chief Human Resources Officer?

Her responsibilities include enhancing employee capabilities, retention, and expanding diversity & inclusion programming.

What does the retirement of Paul Holub mean for the company?

Paul Holub's retirement after 25 years could lead to a temporary gap in leadership experience as the company transitions to new leadership.

What strategic initiatives will Montoya drive in her new position?

Montoya will drive the company's Transform and Accelerate strategy, focusing on diversity, flexibility, and wellness in the workplace.