While Cuny will continue to be employed at Pernod Ricard, the company said it has begun the process to identify someone to head India.
In the interim, Philippe Guettat, chairman and CEO, Pernod Ricard Asia will hold charge of the region NEW DELHI: Thibault Cuny, managing director and chief executive, Pernod Ricard South Asia, including India, will step down from his role on health grounds, the company said in a statement.
Cuny has been dealing with health concerns over the past couple of years and his decision to take a break from his professional duties is based on medical advice.The French alcohol company sells Blenders Pride, Royal Stag, Chivas Regal, The Glenlivet and Absolut vodka in India.Thibault took over the role in 2019 after serving in the company’s Brazil office in the capacity of president and CEO.
He has been with the group in various leadership roles for almost two decades While he will continue to be employed at Pernod Ricard, the company said, it has begun the process to identify someone to head India.