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Sapling Spirits Appoints Mark Cornell as New Chairman

Joanne

10/21/2024 10:05:13 AM

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Sapling Spirits has appointed Mark Cornell as a Chairman, bringing his extensive leadership experience from the global wine and spirits industry to the team. 

 

Mark's career highlights include serving as CEO of Krug Champagne (2002), President and CEO of Moët Hennessy USA (2006), and CEO of ATG Entertainment (2016). He most recently joined Sapling as non-executive Chairman in September 2024. A graduate of the prestigious IMD Lausanne with an MBA, Mark has over 11 years of experience in the wine and spirits sector, with a deep understanding of both brand-building and distribution, particularly in the US and Asian markets. His decision to join Sapling reflects his alignment with the company’s sustainable approach to spirits innovation.

 

On his decision to join Sapling, Mark stated, “As a challenger brand within the super-premium spirits segment, with first-class product quality and with a clear commitment to sustainability, Sapling is extremely well positioned to appeal to the trade and consumers alike, globally.  At the same time, Sapling should bring a smile to many faces for all sorts of reasons.  Cheers everyone!”

 

Sapling Spirits, known for its commitment to sustainability, welcomes Mark’s strategic vision and leadership as the company continues to champion environmental responsibility within the drinks industry. His appointment will support Sapling’s mission to create high-quality, environmentally conscious products that resonate with today's conscious consumers.

 

https://saplingspirits.com/ 

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