Toronto, Ontario, Canada, November 2025 — Pernod Ricard has announced the appointment of Florence Tresarrieu as the next President and Chief Executive Officer of Corby Spirit and Wine Limited, effective 1 January 2026. The move underscores Pernod Ricard’s and Corby’s shared ambition to accelerate growth through strategic innovation and global collaboration.
With more than two decades of international leadership experience spanning Pernod Ricard, J.P. Morgan, and Barclays, Florence brings a powerful combination of financial expertise, strategic acumen, and multicultural perspective gained through professional chapters in the UK, Asia, and France.
Lucio Di Clemente, Chair of Corby’s Board, said the appointment reflects the company’s readiness for its next phase of growth: “Florence’s global perspective and strategic leadership will be key to accelerating momentum and guiding the business forward. Her deep understanding of both the Pernod Ricard organization and international financial markets positions her uniquely to lead Corby Spirit and Wine into an exciting new era.”
Florence currently serves as Global Senior Vice President – Investor Relations, Treasury and Group Cash Performance at Pernod Ricard, where she leads group-level financial communication, investor engagement, and capital strategy. Her ability to link global finance with brand-building has been integral to Pernod Ricard’s sustained performance in the global spirits market.
Before joining Pernod Ricard in 2019, Florence spent over 14 years at Barclays Investment Bank, rising to Managing Director and leading corporate finance and capital markets operations across Europe and Asia. Earlier, she served as an Associate at J.P. Morgan, focusing on debt capital markets for financial institutions. She holds a Master of Science in Banking, Corporate Finance and Securities Law from emlyon business school and a Certificate in Corporate Sustainability Strategy from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.
About Corby Spirit and Wine Limited
Corby Spirit and Wine Limited is one of Canada’s leading marketers and distributors of spirits and wines, owning and representing many of the nation’s top-selling brands such as J.P. Wiser’s®, Lot No. 40®, Pike Creek®, and Lamb’s® Rum. Through its affiliation with Pernod Ricard S.A., Corby also represents global icons including ABSOLUT®, Chivas Regal®, Jameson®, The Glenlivet®, and Mumm® Champagne. Headquartered in Toronto, Corby is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols CSW.A and CSW.B.
About Pernod Ricard
Pernod Ricard is the world’s #1 premium spirits organization, representing 240 brands across more than 160 countries. With 18,500 employees and operations in 73 markets, the Group is guided by its purpose as créateurs de convivialité — turning social moments into authentic, responsible experiences while advancing sustainability from grain to glass.
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