Diageo Brings on Industry Outsider as New CEO

Dear Client: After just a few months of searching, Diageo has found their new ceo. The company announced this morning that Sir Dave Lewis will take on the role, effective January 1, 2026.  You'll recall, Debra Crew stepped down from the ceo role earlier this year after just about two years at the helm, with current cfo Nik Jhangiani serving as interim ceo [see WSD 07-16-2025]. Nik will continue as interim ceo until the end of the year, after which