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Kartik Mohindra appointed William Grant & Sons India’s new Managing Director

Sachin Mehta will head the Canada Business 

In interesting news, Kartik Mohindra has been appointed as the new India Managing Director of William Grant & Sons. The change will take effect from 30th September, 2025 and the current MD, Sachin Mehta, will take up an international role, leading the Canada business.

Kartik – who moves from Pernod Ricard India was responsible as the CMO and Head of Global Business Development there, assumes the new role with over 26 years of experience as a senior leader in marketing and sales primarily in the alcohol, beverage and FMCG sectors. 

This opens up an exciting chapter for WG&S since Kartik comes with experience that’ve led innovation across various categories, from whiskies and wines to brand extensions in his previous role. According to reports – under his leadership, brands such as Chivas Regal, The Glenlivet, Absolut, Blenders Pride, Royal Stag, Imperial Blue, Jameson, Jacob’s Creek Wines and 100 Pipers achieved leading market positions. 

“These appointments reflect WG&S’ continued investment in key growth markets and a commitment to strengthening our global leadership team. We are excited to welcome Kartik to our team in India – a strategically important market for us,” said Doug Bagley, Chief Commercial Officer, WG&S. Kartik’s predecessor, Sachin Mehta will head the Canada Business following his work over the past nine years in India, which has made a significant impact, driving rapid business growth, strengthening the Company’s presence and achieving leadership for its portfolio of premium spirits brands in India.