Former Pernod Ricard Africa Executive Appointed to Lead Rémy Cointreau's Emerging Markets Strategy
Rémy Cointreau has appointed Grégory Leymarie as its new managing director for emerging markets. Leymarie previously served as CEO of Pernod Ricard’s African operations, a role he held until September 2024 after more than a decade with the company in Africa. The appointment is part of Rémy Cointreau's broader strategy to scale up its presence in high-growth regions. Ian McLernon, chief markets officer at Rémy Cointreau, emphasized that emerging markets are critical for long-term growth and brand development. Leymarie has also previously worked as managing director of Groupe Thunevin. Leymarie expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity to lead Rémy’s strategy in these regions, focusing on delivering impactful results with its teams.