Diageo Plc. (DEO) said Thursday that it has appointed Sheila Stanziale as President, Diageo-Guinness USA.
In her new role, Ms. Stanziale will have full responsibility for the growth and development of the company's beer business in North America including the iconic brands Guinness, Red Stripe, Smithwick's, Harp and Kilkenny as well as the popular Smirnoff Ice flavored malt beverages and the newly launched and highly successful Smirnoff Premium Malt Mixed drinks.
Stanziale will serve on the North America executive team, reporting to Larry Schwartz, President Diageo USA.
Ms. Stanziale has held senior leadership positions in sales and operations at PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP), Nabisco and General Mills Inc. (GIS). Most recently, she was Vice President, Sales & Execution for PepsiCo's $700 million restaurant business.
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