Corby Spirit and Wine announces new CEO
Corby Spirit and Wine Limited's Board of Directors announced on January 1, 2026, Florence Tresarrieu has been appointed as president and chief executive officer of Corby, succeeding Nicolas Krantz, who will take on new responsibilities within the Pernod Ricard Group.
A Belgian national, Florence brings over two decades of global leadership experience. Her international career has spanned key markets including the UK, Asia, and France. Her combination of strategic insight, operational leadership, and stakeholder fluency positions her well to lead Corby. Mr. Krantz will assist Tresarrieu with her transition into her new role in the months ahead, the company said in a release upon her appointment.
"We're excited to welcome Florence to Corby as our new chief executive officer. With significant global financial and leadership experience, she will guide Corby into its next chapter, build on our strong foundation and drive continued momentum, growth, and innovation," said Lucio Di Clemente, chairman of Corby's Board of Directors.
During his five-year tenure, Krantz successfully guided Corby through the challenges of the pandemic, strengthened the company's portfolio strategy, and accelerated growth in the fast-expanding ready-to-drink segment through strategic acquisitions. Under his leadership, Corby enhanced its brand portfolio, gained market share, and fostered a more agile, collaborative, and consumer-centric organization, the company added
Corby's Board of Directors also announced that, effective January 1, 2026, Tresarrieu has been appointed as a Corby director and that Claude Boulay will resign from his role as a Corby director effective December 31, 2025 but continue as a Pernod Ricard consultant, with Krantz remaining on the Board as a non-executive director following Boulay's departure.
"On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to express our deepest gratitude to Nicolas for his leadership, unwavering commitment, and transformative vision during his time at Corby. We thank Nicolas for the legacy he leaves behind, wish him continued success in his future endeavors and look forward to continuing to benefit from his insight and experience by staying on the Corby Board," said Di Clemente. "I'd also like to thank Claude for his 17 years of service on our Board. His thoughtful perspectives and collaborative spirit helped guide Corby through key moments of growth and transformation, and we are truly grateful for the time, energy, and expertise he has shared with us."
