Rémy Cointreau has hired a former Pernod Ricard Africa CEO to lead its emerging markets push

Rémy Cointreau has appointed Grégory Leymarie as Global Managing Director, Emerging Markets – a newly created senior leadership role announced on 30 July 2026. Leymarie will lead the company’s push into markets outside its established strongholds of North America, Europe, and Greater China, with the appointment effective from July 2026. Ian McLernon, Rémy Cointreau’s group chief markets officer, described the hire as directly linked to the company’s strategic priorities: “Emerging markets offer a fantastic growth potential, and it is a strategic area of focus for the group. Grégory’s strong credentials and experience will undoubtedly enhance our ability to build our brands for the longer term and grow faster across these countries.”