Halewood Artisanal Spirits has appointed Neil Jardine as Managing Director for its business in the UK and Ireland.
He joined the company from Roust UK where he led an innovation and sustainability programme in the UK, and focused on expanding its spirits portfolio to drive growth.
Other previous roles in his 25-year career include a spell at spirits brand Disaronno helping set up its UK business, and Greene King where he worked for 16 years.
Stewart Hainsworth, Halewood’s Chief Executive, said: “With such a wealth of experience within the food and drink sector, Neil is a great fit for Halewood. We’re pleased to welcome him to his new role of Managing Director and look forward to working closely together in the future.”
Jardine added: “Halewood is an innovative, fast-paced spirits company with an impressive portfolio of premium spirits from Whitley Neill Gin and Dead Man’s Fingers Rum, to its growing whisky range including Aber Falls and Crabbie’s. It’s a really exciting time to be joining the business, and I look forward to working closely with the team to drive the business forward.”
