Debra Crew, CEO of Diageo, expressed gratitude for Claudia Schubert’s dedication and leadership during her time at the company. After 22 years with the company, Schubert is set to leave in September 2024 to transition to corporate board service and advisory work.
Schubert joined Diageo in 2002 as part of the wine business in California before transitioning to spirits in 2009. Over the years, she held various leadership positions within the company, including becoming the general manager of the Continental Europe, Russia & Middle East division in 2015. She later became the president for US spirits and Canada in 2018 and joined the executive committee as president in 2022.
Sally Grimes, CEO of Diageo North America, praised Schubert for her significant contributions to the business, brands, and culture during her time with the company. Grimes highlighted Schubert’s strategic mindset, strong business acumen, and ability to drive performance and deliver transformation plans. She emphasized Schubert’s role as a champion of the brands and the hospitality industry, as well as her dedication to developing relationships both internally and externally.
Diageo acknowledged Schubert’s instrumental role in the acquisition and integration of exciting brands like Aviation, 21Seeds, Mr Black, and Seedlip. Grimes and the entire company expressed their gratitude for Schubert’s leadership style, passion for the brands, and commitment to developing the company’s people. The impact of Schubert’s contributions is expected to be felt for a long time to come.
