Diageo Ireland appoints new managing director
Ryan has held strategic roles across the FMCG sector including a managerial position at Mars in Ireland, prior to joining Pernod Ricard in 2011
Diageo has recently announced the appointment of Louise Ryan as the new managing director of Diageo Ireland, coming into effect from 1 June 2025.
Current Diageo Ireland MD Barry O’Sullivan will take up a new role as managing director of Diageo GB, effective 1 July 2025.
Vast experience
A Dublin native, Ryan joins Diageo Ireland from Pernod Ricard where she was managing director of its Nordics business since 2023.
Throughout her career, she has held strategic roles across the FMCG sector including a range of managerial position at Mars in Ireland, prior to joining Pernod Ricard in 2011.
At Pernod Ricard Ryan led the Irish business (Irish Distillers) with responsibility for domestic sales, marketing and distribution across the entire portfolio of Spirits, Wine and Champagne portfolio – before moving on to lead the Gin Hub as a member of the UK Executive Committee.
John Kennedy, president, Diageo Europe, commented: “I want to thank Barry [O’Sullivan] for his work and leadership over the past four years, he has made an outstanding contribution to the Irish business, and I look forward to seeing his impact in this new role.
“I’m delighted that Louise [Ryan] is joining Diageo Ireland. The Irish business is in a very strong position with a great culture and exceptional performance.
“I know her focus on high performing teams and people-centred leadership will help accelerate the Irish business even further over the coming years.”
Also commenting on her new appointment, Ryan, added: “I am thrilled to be taking up the role of managing director of Diageo Ireland, joining a stellar team who have created a dynamic and vibrant business.
“Diageo and their world-famous brands are at the heart of culture, business and innovation in Ireland, and I’m excited to bring my experience to the role and help shape the future of this thriving business.”
Transitions
As these changes take place, current MD of Diageo GB, Nuno Tales will be taking on the role as MD of Diageo Mexico.
Diageo noted that transition plans are in place across all markets over the coming weeks.
