Laura Boot-Handford

Laura Boot-Handford is an experienced marketing professional currently serving as the Accelerator Brands Marketing Manager at Diageo since February 2024. Prior to this role, Laura held key positions at Mr Black Spirits, including Head of Innovation and Global Marketing Manager from May 2020 to August 2023. Laura's extensive background includes leadership roles at Love Can Pty Ltd as General Manager, Pernod Ricard as Global Senior Brand Manager for the Gin Portfolio, and Nestlé in various marketing capacities, including Senior Brand Manager for Nescafé Azera. Laura began their career at Nestlé Professional UK, advancing through several marketing positions. Educationally, Laura holds two Bachelor degrees in Arts and Commerce, both obtained from the University of Melbourne between 2003 and 2007, with a focus on Politics, Sociology, Management, and Marketing.