Labatt USA Names New President

Interbrew announced yesterday the appointment/promotion of Simon C. Thorpe as president and chief executive officer of Labatt USA after a lengthy search, effective immediately. The announcement was made by Stefan Descheemaeker, Interbrew's zone president for U.S. and Latin America. Simon replaces Steve Cahillane, who earlier this year was promoted to oversee Interbrew's UK and Ireland operations."Simon is a gifted executive with the experience and commitment to lead Labatt USA to long-term growth," said Descheemaeker in a statement. "Simon's U.S. experience,