Julie Pender

Julie Pender is a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience in the spirits and beverage industry. Currently serving as the UK Creative Content Manager for Havana Club at Pernod Ricard since January 2023, Julie plays a pivotal role in developing high-performing marketing assets for the UK commercial market. Previous engagements include interim Marketing Director for Beefeater Gin at Pernod Ricard, Marketing Director at Lion overseeing a UK craft beer portfolio, and a marketing consultant for American Whiskey at Edrington-Beam Suntory UK. Julie's earlier roles cover leadership positions at Beam Suntory, where strategic marketing for Jim Beam and a variety of whiskies was executed, and global marketing for Grant's Scotch Whisky at William Grant & Sons. Julie holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications, Media and Culture from Brock University.