RJ Corp hires ex-Diageo executive Prathmesh Mishra for drinks expansion
RJ Corp has appointed former Diageo executive Prathmesh Mishra as it evaluates a move into premium alcoholic beverages. The Varun Beverages parent is also exploring a possible purchase of Bira 91 founder Ankur Jain’s 17.8% stake.
RJ Corp has hired former Diageo executive Prathmesh Mishra as it explores entering premium alcoholic drinks. Its Varun Beverages unit can diversify under a new PepsiCo agreement, while the group is also evaluating a potential stake purchase in craft brewer Bira 91.
Why this matters
No related recent RJ Corp signals were provided. The appointment adds alcohol-sector leadership as the Varun Beverages parent evaluates a premium drinks expansion.
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