Gill Garner

Gill Garner is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in transformation and programme management across various industries. Currently serving as Head of Transformation at Pernod Ricard since November 2022, Gill is responsible for establishing and leading the strategic Transformation Management Office (TMO), overseeing multiple transformation projects. Previously, as Senior Programme Manager at Costa Coffee from December 2020 to November 2022, Gill led a three-year Strategic Operating Model Transformation Programme that generated $2 billion in value and established a strategic Portfolio Management Office. Prior roles include Head of Portfolio at Whitbread from April 2016 to September 2020, and Head of Programmes at Marks and Spencer from September 2011 to April 2016, where Gill managed strategic initiatives and led project teams. Gill holds a Ba Hons in English Literature from the University of Birmingham.