William Grant US Chief Departs, Joins Pernod USA as CCO

Dear Client:   Pernod Ricard USA today announced that Paul Basford will be joining the team as chief commercial officer.  Paul joins Pernod from William Grant & Sons, where he was president & managing director of its US business since 2021. He also held senior roles at Danone Waters of America, Diageo and Britvic Soft Drinks.  In his new role, Paul will report to Pernod North America chairman and ceo Conor McQuaid. He will "play a key role in defining