Diageo
Coverage of portfolio performance, brand activity, and on-trade partnerships from one of the world’s largest producers of spirits and premium drinks. This section explores innovation, marketing strategy, sustainability initiatives, and F&B alignment across bars, pubs, and hospitality venues, offering insight for drinks leads, operators, and hospitality professionals engaged in beverage strategy, supplier relations, and premiumisation trends.
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Oct- 2024 -16 OctoberPeople
Heron and Brearley Group appoints ex-Liberation CEO as chairman
Isle of Man-based hospitality group Heron and Brearley Group has announced the appointment of Mark Crowther, former chief executive of the Liberation Group, as chairman. Crowther, who has worked for 11 years as Liberation Group’s CEO, brings over 30 years’ food, drink, and hospitality experience to the Manx business. He…
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Aug- 2024 -5 AugustCafes and Coffee Shops
Knoops appoints two non-exec directors
Knoops has announced the appointment of Julian Metcalfe and Alice Avis as non-executive directors, both also being investors in the business. Metcalfe is a “renowned” entrepreneur and co-founder of Pret a Manger and founder of Itsu. Avis was previously CEO and chair of the Sanctuary Spa Group, an international beauty…
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Jul- 2024 -30 JulyNews
Today’s news in brief – 30/07/24
Greggs has reported that sales rose 13.8% to £960.6m during H1. During the period, the food-on-the-go retailer saw underlying profit before tax rise 16.3% to £74.1m and opened 99 new shops, including 30 relocations and 18 closures. This resulted in 2,524 shops trading. Greggs remains on track to achieve 140…
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30 JulyBeverages
Diageo FY sales fall 1.4% amid weaker demand in Latin America
Diageo has revealed that its reported net sales fell 1.4% to $20.3bn(£15.8bn) for the year ended 30 June 2024. The company has put this down to an unfavourable foreign exchange impact and organic net sales decline, partially offset by hyperinflation adjustments. Its organic net sales declined by $129m (£100.4m) or…
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Mar- 2023 -29 MarchNews
Diageo’s CEO steps down after 10 years
Multinational alcoholic beverage company Diageo has announced that its chief executive officer Sir Ivan Menezes has decided to step down. During Menezes’ ten years leading the company, Diageo reportedly grew significantly and now sells over 200 brands in more than 180 markets. As of today, it is the number one…
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May- 2022 -27 MayPeople
Pizza Express names Paula MacKenzie as CEO
PizzaExpress has announced the appointment of Paula MacKenzie as CEO, joining the company on Monday 6 June. It said MacKenzie has over 20 years’ experience in transforming Food and Drinks businesses by “unlocking the power of brands”. She has worked for some of the world’s most recognised and valued companies…
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10 MayFood and Drink
The Yards unveils food operators for spring/summer season
Longmartin Properties Ltd, a joint venture between Shaftesbury and the Mercers’ Company, has unveiled a series of food operators that will be present in The Yards, Covent Garden, throughout the spring and summer. The shopping centre will host Baklava ice cream sandwiches and a rotating restaurant food truck, as well…
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Mar- 2022 -21 MarchPubs and Bars
Pub and brewing industry shows support for Ukraine
Businesses in the brewing and pub industry are responding to the ongoing Ukraine crisis with donations, fundraising appeals and offers of employment and accommodation, the BBPA has said. The organisation cited a Hall and Woodhouse fundraiser as one such example, with the fundraiser set to be held today (21 March)…
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Oct- 2021 -12 OctoberPubs and Bars
Star Pubs and Bars to help tenants capitalise on cocktail sales
Star Pubs and Bars has launched a free cocktail menu builder to help its leased and tenanted licensees capitalise on a post lockdown boom in cocktail sales and aid their pandemic recovery. Data from the group’s Just Add Talent (JAT) managed operator pubs revealed that cocktail sales have doubled since…
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Jul- 2021 -2 JulyAwards & Events
D&D London launches training programme to boost recruitment
D&D London has launched a paid training programme that aims to secure employment for those who have little or no previous experience but are looking to enter the hospitality industry. The programme, which will take place next week and see 30 participants take part in total, will be continued with…
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