US: Constellation Brands adds two more board members

By | 28 February 2013

Constellation has elected two new directors to its board

Constellation has elected two new directors to its board

Constellation Brands has added two new members to its board of directors. 

The New York state-headquartered wine, beer and spirits group said (yesterday) it has elected Robert Hanson, clothes retailer American Eagle Outfitters’ CEO, and CFO of retailer HSN Judy Schmeling as directors. The group’s board now totals 11.   

"We are very pleased to welcome Robert and Judy to the board of directors and believe their experience in consumer-driven industries will provide excellent guidance as Constellation continues to focus on building brands that people love," said Richard Sands, chairman of Constellation’s board.

The group is currently in discussions with the US Department of Justice as part of a bid to take full control of Crown Imports, a JV with Grupo Modelo. Constellation is hoping to acquire 100% of Crown off the back of Anheuser-Busch InBev's takeover of Grupo Modelo. 

Sectors: Beer & cider, Spirits, Wine

Companies: Constellation, Modelo, InBev

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